In our five-part series marking ASCO's 50th anniversary, we look back on stories and anecdotes from recent years. Today, we showcase the development of dry ice machines over the last few decades.
In our five-part series marking ASCO's 50th anniversary, we look back on stories and anecdotes from recent years. Today, we report on how ASCO used dry ice to support the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic and ensure safe vaccine logistics.
In our five-part series marking ASCO's 50th anniversary, we look back on stories and anecdotes from recent years. This time, we tell how ASCO even managed to attract the interest of the Royal Navy with its underwater lances.
In our five-part series marking ASCO's 50th anniversary, we look back on stories and success stories. Today we tell the story of the ASCO fountain, which is now considered a popular landmark in Romanshorn.
In our five-part series marking ASCO's 50th anniversary, we look back on stories and anecdotes from recent years. In this story, we tell how a small company from Thurgau was able to make a name for itself worldwide and establish international locations.
Wittenbach (CH), December 2025 – ASCO CARBONDIOXIDE LTD is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Since its founding in 1975 by Thomas M. Trachsel, the Swiss company has developed from a regional supplier of CO₂ into a leading global specialist in CO₂ and dry ice technology.
Subligel has been one of the leading suppliers of dry ice in France for almost three decades. In this interview, the managing directors provide exciting insights into the development of the market, new applications such as the deburring of plastic parts and the importance of reliable logistics. The focus is on the ASCO BP425i, which Subligel describes as the "Swiss army knife of dry ice production" - a true all-rounder in terms of flexibility and versatility.
The UK’s first power plant built with Landmark Power Holdings' patented FLEXPOWER PLUS® concept is now in commercial operation. The plant is a collaborative development by the three partners Rolls-Royce Power Systems, Landmark Power Holdings Ltd., ASCO Carbondioxide Ltd., and funded by Victory Hill Capital Partners through RPL, a dedicated joint venture vehicle.
SOL Kohlensäure GmbH & Co. KG, a key player in the CO₂ and dry ice sector, has significantly expanded its operations in recent years. By choosing the ASCO Carefree rental model for its P55i, BP420i, and APM120 packaging machines, the company ensures maximum flexibility, operational reliability, and cost predictability. In our latest customer interview, Managing Director Mr. Čurčić shares how this strategic partnership supports SOL’s growth and why dry ice will play an even bigger role in the future.
ASCO Carbon Dioxide Ltd. complements the EVO-Series with the P55 dry ice pelletizer. The mod-el, with a production capacity of up to 550 kg of dry ice per hour, now has new product features such as Smart Signal, noise level reduction and maximum user-friendliness.
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