Asko Appliances Information

Millions of people all over the world have Scandinavian household appliances from ASKO in their homes; high quality, durable products with innovative solutions. We offer a full range of Dishwasher and Laundry appliances that will meet and often exceed our customer's expectations for many years to come. ASKO has always been committed to environmental protection. We continuously strive to find the most environmentally friendly solutions and economical use of resources. Our machines are water and energy efficient and are built to last longer. ASKOs appliances are distributed in our main markets Nordics, USA, Canada and Australia as well as 50 other markets world wide. The Asko story is a good one. It started back in 1950 in Vara, Sweden, with an innovative young man' s dream to build a washing machine for his mother to make her life easier. Today, more than 65 years later, ASKO is a Swedish brand that is inspired by Scandinavian values such as functional, minimalistic design, high quality and environmental responsibility. 1918 Finnish carpenter Aukusti Asko-Avonius founded the ASKO furniture group. 1950 The first washing machine is produced by Karl-Erik Andersson in Vara, Sweden, Junga Verkstder is established. 1967 First dishwasher is produced, and export starts from Vara, Sweden. 1975 First tumble dryer is produced in Vara, Sweden. 1985 Quattro construction for washers is developed. 2006 ASKO is first brand with design coordinated laundry care concept on the market. 2007 ASKO launches Hidden Helpers as a part of the Laundry Care concept. 2014 Asko Appliances AB move head office to Lidköping, Sweden. 2017 ASKO Pro Home Laundry concept is awarded with Red Dot Best of the Best. At ASKO we design and manufacture premium quality appliances with our Scandinavian touch in form and function. Ever since we began to produce washers in the early 1950s our goal has been to produce premium quality products that will meet and exceed our customers expectations for many years to come. Our quality proceess include that we test ...