LED lighting retrofit at Pago AG, Grabs with GLT LED TUBES

LED light as a service: The conversion at Pago AG, Grabs (Switzerland) – part of the Fuji Seal Group – was carried out without any investment costs or production downtime. By switching to GLT LED TUBES “Made in Germany”, Pago achieved the cantonal energy efficiency targets for large consumers for the next ten years – already in the first year after implementation.
With the GLT LED TUBE, Pago already saved this year
1,252,680 kWh
At electricity price of EUR per kWh that equals EUR .
  • GLT TUBE Count
    2,600
  • Annual power savings
    1,252,680 kWh
  • Annual operation hours
    8,736 h
  • Savings over rent duration
    appr. 672.000 EUR

The Challenge

Pago AG faced high energy costs and rising maintenance requirements due to outdated T5 and T8 fluorescent lighting. In addition, the company had to meet the cantonal energy efficiency requirements for large-scale consumers — without disrupting ongoing production.

The Solution – LED Retrofit with the GLT LED TUBE

Key advantages of our LED lighting for industrial facilities:

  • Conversion to 2,600 GLT LED TUBES within the GLT Rent Light-as-a-Service model – modernisation was completed without any own investment.
  • Smooth installation during operation, executed without production downtime or disruption of workflows.
  • Annual energy savings of 1,252,680 kWh and monthly cost benefits of around CHF 14,000.
  • Payback in just 11 months, combined with significantly lower maintenance and operating costs.
  • Sustainable, maintenance-free LED lighting meeting cantonal energy efficiency requirements for the next ten years.

Key Benefits & Advantages

Durable & energy efficient

130,000 hours
service life
(L70)

Zero Capex and stable rental rates

Zero Capex
and stable
rental rates

Save up to 80% energy and maintenance

Save up to 80%
energy and
maintenance

Compliance with all energy efficiency requirements

Compliance with all
energy efficiency
requirements

Conclusion

With the 1:1 LED tube retrofit and the choice of GLT LED TUBES, Pago AG has set a clear example for sustainability, energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness. The project demonstrates how companies can reduce operating costs, meet regulatory requirements, and benefit from a modern, maintenance-free LED lighting solution – all without tying up capital and with immediate savings through the GLT Light-as-a-Service model.

Customer Testimonial

"With the GLT Rent contract, we save CHF 14,000 per month."

Michael Matiz
European Manager for Quality, Environment, Safety & Health, Head of Services, Pago AG, Grabs

Learn more about the LED tube used –
GLT LED TUBE++

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