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Markspen introduces grain cooling system to Sri Lanka

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November 06, 2025

Innovative German agritech device to reduce post- harvest losses and provide greater economic benefits to local rice and grain farmers

- by Daminda Harsha Perera

Markspen introduces grain cooling system to Sri Lanka

MARKSPEN Group, the leading distributor of globally renowned modern agricultural machinery in Sri Lanka, introduced to the local market the GRANIFRIGOR Grain Cooling Device, an advanced agritech innovation from Germany.

This pioneering cooling device, manufactured by Germany’s FrigorTec GmbH, draws from a 60-year legacy backed by specialised knowledge, domain expertise and technology acumen in agricultural cooling systems. Today GRANIFRIGOR™ is used in over 80 countries with specific models built to meet different climatic conditions as well as operating voltage standards.

The event was graced by FrigorTec GmbH Agricultural Engineer and Asia Area Manager Dr. Claus M. Braunbeck, and Markspen Group Chairman Amil Galanga among other senior management and esteemed guests. Markspen Group is an authorised Importer and distribution partner for FrigorTec products in Sri Lanka.

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