With its new "Packaging as a Service" (PaaS) model, Greif-Velox Maschinenfabrik GmbH is introducing an integrated service package for industrial powder bagging—without upfront investment. The offering includes machine provision, financing, service, spare parts, and consumables, as well as on-demand delivery of matching paper bags—all at a fixed monthly rate.
End-to-End Solution for Ultra-Light Powders
Whereas existing PaaS models in the packaging sector have mostly focused on cartons or reusable containers, Greif-Velox is applying this principle to complex industrial bagging systems—and taking it one step further: The package covers not only consumables but the entire process from financing and commissioning to spare parts supply.
The first application of this model is combined with Greif-Velox’ VeloVac vacuum technology, designed for dust-free filling of ultra-light powders. An expansion to include other machine types such as the fully automatic filling system A-DOS-P1 and the BVP gross pneumatic packer is already planned.
Flexibility, Predictability, and Process Reliability
“Today, many companies are looking for ways to create cost flexibility, avoid capital expenditure, and ensure maximum system availability,” says Sebastian Pohl, Managing Director of Greif-Velox. “That’s exactly where our PaaS model comes in: It transforms high upfront costs into predictable monthly expenses—while relieving our customers of the burden of maintenance, spare parts, and consumables. This frees up capacity for what matters most: their core business.”
With "Packaging as a Service", Greif-Velox offers an integrated model to minimize investment risks and ensure stable operational processes. Customers benefit from a clearly defined cost structure, with all relevant services bundled into a fixed monthly fee. This eliminates capital expenditures (CAPEX), increases machine availability, and unlocks additional savings potential. Internal resources are eased, allowing companies to focus entirely on their core operations—while Greif-Velox ensures reliable technology and supply continuity throughout day-to-day operations. At the end of the contract term, customers also have the option to purchase the machine.
More Than Just Financing: Technological Benefits and Measurable Efficiency Gains
In addition to financial advantages, customers benefit from the company’s proprietary VeloVac vacuum technology, which has made Greif-Velox a global market leader: The vacuum-based bagging process achieves a high degree of compaction—resulting in up to 75% lower storage costs and up to 2.5 times faster filling cycles compared to conventional machines. Digital integration also enables improved production planning and enhanced Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
The digital remote support service (VeloXpert) ensures fast assistance via a secure data connection. A consignment spare parts warehouse with automated replenishment further guarantees high system availability and reliable supply.
Thanks to its close collaboration with dy-pack Verpackungen Gustav Dyckerhoff GmbH, Greif-Velox delivers SAFEDyVac bags that are precisely matched to the machine—for maximum sealing performance, product protection, and up to 40% less material usage.
Clear Structure and Experienced Partners for Maximum Supply Security
With its PaaS model for the bagging of ultra-light powders, Greif-Velox offers a solid and future-ready response to the challenges faced by the industry. Investment cost reduction, full cost control, supply chain security, and technological leadership are all combined into one integrated model. Thanks to its modular setup and strong partnerships with Siemens Financial Services and dy-pack Verpackungen, customers can fully focus on their core business.
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