Both companies will continue to distribute vehicle lifts through their existing and specialised distribution networks throughout the world. Both companies are described as market leaders – Stertil Koni in the heavy duty vehicle lifts sector and Nussbaum in the light duty vehicle lifts sector.
Based at Kehl in Germany, Nussbaum is described as a high-quality manufacturer of automotive lifts. In 1985, the company introduced the Jumbo – its double scissor lift which, today, is specified by customers alongside the Nussbaum range of light duty vehicle lifts.
As the new owners, the Stertil Group will further grow and nurture this heritage at the production facilities in Kehl under the leadership of Frank Scherer who has been appointed as Managing Director of Nussbaum.
Stertil Group markets its range of heavy duty lifts under the trade name Stertil Koni. One product in the range is the regenerative, wireless mobile vehicle lift - the Earthlift - which supports and simplifies workshop activities using the ebrightSmart Control System.
Ulbe Bijlsma and Bennie Stapensea of Stertil Group said: “We are happy and proud to welcome Nussbaum to the Stertil Group which will be a valuable addition and will enable us to widen our presence across the industry and offer a complete vehicle lift selection. Nussbaum is a very reputable and excellent strategic fit with a complete program of innovative lifts for its specialist market within the light duty vehicle sector. Stertil Koni will continue to focus on providing innovative, differentiated heavy duty vehicle lifts maintaining its number one position in the worldwide marketplace.
“Nussbaum has a workforce of 250 employees with an anticipated turnover in 2022 of €50 million.This addition means that the Stertil Group grows substantially towards more than 750 employees worldwide and an annual turnover of more than €200 million.”