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.