MACHINE & MACHINE REFURBISHMENT
Retrofitting could be key to sustainability T
he desire to adopt emerging trends has seen operators increasingly opting for new rather than refurbished vending machines, however retrofitting could be the answer to
becoming more sustainable. That’s according to the chief executive of the Vending & Automated Retail Association, David Lewellyn. In recent years, the vending industry has undergone a period of
dramatic transformation. Following the covid-19 pandemic, there has been a growing interest in food health and sustainability, and the continued rise of new payment technologies. Before the pandemic, in early 2019, there were new trends
emerging such as enhanced mobile and android payment technologies and growth in new vending locations, however three years on, these trends have gathered pace. The recent AVA census outlined that over 60% of machines placed in 2022 were new, rather than refurbished machines, which was the same as 2021.
EU-made smart vending machine launched
I nvenda Group AG has launched its newest, EU-made smart vending machine. Powered by Internet of Retail technology, the new indoor device is said to provide exceptional operational and eco- efficiency, unlocking the full potential of IoT-connected automated retail for higher revenue, optimised operations, and enhanced consumer experiences. The in-house designed model boasts a 49-inch touchscreen and a
sleek and compact chassis fitting through a standard door. Its energy efficiency capabilities include an energy-saving mode and a cooling unit that operates on a minimal amount of the Earth-friendly R290 gas to lower environmental impact and running costs for operators. “We listened to our clients and created a best-in-class device that meets operators’ needs when it comes to durability, operational efficiency, and rigorous environmental standards. Together with our constantly evolving software platform, it is the most efficient vending solution ever,” said Urs Reinhard, chief growth officer at Invenda.
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Mr Llewellyn said: “This may be as a result of vending operators choosing to upgrade the machines, perhaps to allow for more cashless and contactless payment systems, as well as companies looking to diversify vended products and therefore needing to change the machines to allow for this to happen. “We know that consumers are becoming increasingly more sustainability conscious and therefore it is likely that the vending industry will have to do more to become more sustainable, not just in disposal of products/ packaging but in the way they look after the machines too. “One way that the vending industry can do this is by focusing
more on retrofitting as opposed to buying new and opting to fit older machines with the newest tech – including touchscreens, state- of-the-art payment devices, and Internet of Things (IoT) capabilities – vendors can cut down on waste, while delivering value to customers and reducing maintenance costs.
The new model allows for a wide variety of products to be
offered and is fully customisable, from exterior branding to specific functionalities. Other features include: • 3-year warranty • Wide temperature range inside cabinet • Flexible product retailing • Accessibility options for persons with special needs • Easy maintenance accessibility
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