What are the vending machines for in the company?

The use of vending machines is extremely wide. At ASD Systems, we manufacture dispensing machines prepared for various tasks. Individual models can issue from several dozen articles to even over a thousand products . A specific vending machine should be selected in accordance with the specifics of the business and the type of products to be distributed.

Depending on your needs, you can choose a machine for dispensing large-size products (in a smaller number) or a machine for distributing a large number of small articles . In addition, ASD Systems machines are designed in such a way that the dimensions of the cells can be configured in various combinations to perfectly adjust their size to the currently issued products and to effectively use the capacity of the machine.

The specific application of the vending machines in the company

In fact, vending machines can be used to distribute all kinds of products - all those that are needed or useful to the employees of a given company. Obviously, these needs vary depending on the specifics of a given activity.

Vending machines - application in production companies

In large production plants, the lack of the necessary products can cause downtime, and therefore generate delays and additional costs. With a large number of employees, effective monitoring of stock levels and control of the proper use of products is very difficult. Therefore, it is worth betting on an extensive system of vending machines, so that individual units can issue products of various types, for example:

• tools - this is where the "intelligent tool room" function comes in handy, which some machine models are equipped with. Thanks to this, employees rent and return tools to the machine, so all equipment is used to the maximum. Used tools are issued as a priority (before new ones), and by means of labels, they can be assigned a specific "use by" date;
• OHS products - in the case of items such as workwear, helmets, glasses, it is worth assigning specific groups of employees to individual items to limit the freedom to pick up the products and their improper use;
• auxiliary materials and consumables - with this type of products, a great option is to limit the number of downloads in a given period of time, so you can be sure that the products are used only for corporate purposes. 

Vending machines - application in logistics companies

In the case of logistics companies, the use of vending machines in terms of the type of delivered products largely coincides with the use of this type of machines in production plants. Here, too, various consumables, accessories and health and safety products are indispensable in everyday work.

When creating a vending machine system, e.g. in a large warehouse center, it is worth placing machines in each hall or in individual sectors. In this way, employees will save time, as they will not have to travel long distances to pick up the necessary supplies. At the same time, it is worth including into the system of vending machines even such commonly available items as tapes, knives or stickers in order to have full control over their distribution .

Vending machines - application in office buildings

In office buildings, vending machines can completely eliminate the problem of storing and distributing office supplies , and at the same time provide employees with comfort and peace of mind. In addition, office supplies are small, so you can equip the vending machines with even several dozen types of products that will be needed or useful in everyday office work.

Vending machines in the office can issue, for example:

• printer paper and toners,
• notebooks, notebooks, calendars,
• pens and other items stationery,
• external drives, flash drives, power banks,
• T-shirts, envelopes, binders, folders,
• paper clips, staplers etc.

In this way, employees have constant access to products - also when they are needed immediately , so they can concentrate on their work. One person in the office will take care of the filling of the machines, and the entire distribution can be self-service. In addition, employees can be assigned to specific projects or departments in order not only to monitor the flow of products, but also to facilitate settlements.  

Vending machines - application regardless of the company

The vending machine can also be used as a mask machine , regardless of the company's business profile . This solution will ensure the safety of employees in the event of an increased epidemic risk, and at the same time protect the employer against mass sick leave.

During a pandemic or even in the season of increased flu morbidity, the maschomat in the company will make employees calm, because they will be able to properly take care of the hygiene of contacts with others. In addition to the masks (single and reusable), this type of machine can accommodate protective gloves, antibacterial gels or preparations for disinfecting surfaces (e.g. computer equipment).

In addition, it is worth installing a dispenser with hand disinfectant on such a mask , which employees will be able to use at any time, which will prevent the growing number of cases in the company.

Features of the vending machines that generate savings

The use of vending machines in the company is a saving in itself - employees operate the machines on their own, and people who have been dealing with distribution so far can use this time in a completely different, more necessary way. Thanks to ASD Systems vending machines, you can save as much as 50% of resources for auxiliary and consumables . All thanks to a few practical functions:

• limiting access to products - employees use only those articles that they need due to their position,
• setting a download limit - employees use the products for the longest possible time, responsibly and in accordance with their intended use,
• rental function - after performing a specific job, employees return the product to the machine so that it can be reused when the need arises,
• alarms for minimum quantities and constant access to inventory - the person responsible for procurement can carry out the procurement policy consciously and effectively,
• assignment to a cost center - when downloading the product, an employee can indicate the place where the cost is generated, which speeds up settlements between departments or projects,
• practical balance sheets and statements - useful, for example, for finance, controlling and accounting departments, which ensure error-free settlements and effective warehouse management.

FAQ:

Vending machines - what are they used for?

For example, for the distribution of tools, equipment, health and safety accessories, auxiliary and consumables materials, office supplies in the company.

Is it worth providing a company with automatic dispensing machines?

Definitely yes - vending machines save a lot of time, improve work in various departments of the company (e.g. in production and accounting), and generate up to 50% savings.

How to use vending machines in the office?

For example, for the distribution of office accessories or personal protective equipment at times of increased epidemic risk (masks, disinfectants, gloves).