More space for future growth

Relocation to Northeim, opening of new company building – more space, efficiency, and jobs

OPITZ Packaging Systems GmbH relocated from Düderode to Northeim in September. The packaging machine manufacturer invested €6.5 million in a new company building. Following the acquisition of 74.9 percent of the company shares by Storopack Hans Reichenecker GmbH in October 2021, both companies planned this investment as their first measure to be prepared for future growth. The internationally sought-after company has thus quadrupled its space capacity to 3,250 square meters. Thanks to a very good order situation, the number of employees has risen to 56. The energy-efficient new building was realized with regional companies and financial partners. The old location in Düderode will remain in place for the machining technology segment.

“We are still seeing strong growth in national and international demand and decided to build a new facility in a logistically improved location in Northeim. We have now quadrupled our space capacity,“ says Tim Opitz, Managing Director of OPITZ Packaging Systems GmbH. The new location offers the successful manufacturer of semi- and fully-automatic packaging systems a whole new range of possibilities: ”We can work on up to 15 projects in parallel, produce customer-specific packaging modules in series, and set up and test complete end-of-line packaging lines.”

Realized with regional partners – sustainable energy supply
The new company building meets the highest standards and features, for example, a state-of-the-art camera-based warehouse lift system. “We placed great importance on implementing our new building with regional partners – from construction companies and fitters to IT installation and our financial partner, Kreis-Sparkasse Northeim,” says Günther Opitz, founder and managing director of the company: “A sustainable energy supply and modern energy efficiency were important to us.” The building meets KfW 40 requirements and requires only 40 percent primary energy. A PV system generates electricity, a heat pump supplies the heating, and LED lighting is used in the offices and production facilities. There are also charging stations for cars and e-bikes.

Creation of new jobs – space for spatial expansion
In the course of its expansion, OPITZ has created new jobs and expanded its team to 56 employees – 42 people in production (covering the areas of mechanical and electrical manufacturing, control technology, design, and warehousing), 12 employees in administration, and two trainees. The previous location in Düderode will remain in place for machining technology as an “extended workbench” for high-quality components, thus guaranteeing delivery reliability and flexibility. OPITZ packaging machines are regarded as premium technology in the industry and are in high demand internationally in times of booming online shopping and rapidly increasing parcel shipments. “Thanks to options for structural expansion, we are very well positioned for the future for our customers, which include numerous ‘big players’ in the mail order business,” says Tim Opitz. OPITZ Packaging Systems is looking to the future with motivation and is proud to be a family-run company that can rely on the support and talent of a young, committed team. The close bond and shared passion for innovation and quality are guarantees for further growth and success.
In October 2021, Storopack, the protective packaging specialist based in Metzingen, southern Germany, acquired 74.9 percent of the shares in OPITZ Packaging Systems GmbH. OPITZ’s expertise in the automation of packaging processes and Storopack’s experience and expertise in innovative protective packaging solutions complement each other perfectly. Together, the product portfolios of both companies offer a comprehensive range of solutions for the automation of packaging processes. In addition, both family-owned companies share a common understanding of high standards of quality and customer focus.

At the beginning of next year, OPITZ plans to hold an official inauguration ceremony, including an open house for external visitors and interested parties.

Tim und Günther Opitz, Geschäftsführer der OPITZ Packaging Systems GmbH, Günther Opitz ist der Firmengründer.

Tim und Günther Opitz, Geschäftsführer der OPITZ Packaging Systems GmbH, Günther Opitz ist der Firmengründer.

Our photo impressions from the press event

Thursday, November 16, 2023, on-site press conference with local press representatives and other partners such as KSN Kreissparkasse Northeim, the mayor, city administration, business representatives from the city of Northeim, construction consultants, and other supporters. Here are our latest photo impressions.