Increasing efficiency in bulk material processes: a system-wide perspective
In many bulk material production environments, optimization potential does not lie in individual machines, but in the interaction of processes.
Typical challenges include:
- Fluctuating throughput in bagging systems
- Downtime and unplanned maintenance
- Interface issues between filling, conveying, and palletizing
- Increasing demands for flexibility and product changeovers
GREIF-VELOX CONNECT demonstrates practical approaches to addressing these challenges through system-oriented filling and packaging solutions.
Technology partners across the entire process chain
A key element of the event is the collaboration with specialized technology companies covering different areas of modern packaging processes.
Participating partners include:
- Bischof+Klein – packaging solutions for industrial applications
- Bizerba – weighing and inspection technology
- Bluhm Systeme – labeling systems
- Busch Vacuum Solutions – vacuum technology for filling processes
- CHG-MERIDIAN – usage and financing models
- dy-pack – packaging systems
- Ekobal – packaging solutions and materials
- evon – software and automation
- Festo – automation and pneumatics
- IFA Technology – process control
- Interroll – conveying technology
- KUKA – robotics solutions
- Leuze – sensor technology
- Markem-Imaje – coding and marking
- Mettler Toledo Product Inspection – quality inspection
- moin robotics – flexible automation
- Mondi – sustainable packaging solutions
- Riedel Filtertechnik – air and filtration technology
- Saachi – industrial system solutions
- SEW-EURODRIVE – drive technology
- Siemens – control and digitalization solutions
- steute – industrial switching devices
This range highlights that modern filling systems are now part of a connected overall system.
Focus on OEE, availability, and digitalization
Another key focus is increasing Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and plant availability.
Topics include:
- Digital services for condition monitoring
- Predictive maintenance in filling systems
- Reduction of unplanned downtime
- Data-driven process optimization
In the bulk materials industry, the integration of machine and process data is becoming increasingly important for stable and cost-efficient operations.
Practical insights into filling and packaging technology
Instead of theoretical concepts, the focus is on real-world applications. Visitors gain insights into:
- Solutions for bulk material bagging
- Automation of filling processes
- Integration of packaging, labeling, and logistics
- Strategies for flexible adaptation to different products
Technical presentations complement the exhibition and showcase real-life implementations.
Conclusion: optimizing bulk material processes holistically
The requirements for modern filling and bagging systems continue to grow – particularly in terms of efficiency, flexibility, and availability.
GREIF-VELOX CONNECT 2026 demonstrates that sustainable improvements are achieved where technologies are interconnected across the entire process chain.
For companies in the bulk materials industry, the event provides a practical overview of current developments and solutions for optimizing filling and packaging processes.
