Types of vending machines

Although vending machines may differ in design and method of operation, the types of vending machines are most often referred to in the context of the products distributed through them .

At ASD Systems, we focus primarily on solutions for medium and large production, industrial and logistics plants as well as offices. The models of vending machines are adapted to work with products of specific dimensions and intended use.

Intelligent tool room for employees

Some models of ASD Systems vending machines in the “pro” version can act as automated, intelligent tool rooms . They allow to distribute products with larger or non-standard dimensions – tools, accessories, equipment, auxiliary materials .

In addition to key functions that allow for economic management of product distribution (including limiting access to products, limit downloads, assigning cost centers), the “intelligent tool shop ” function also allows employees to borrow tools . Thanks to the labeling system, employees have access to information about the usefulness of the product, the way it is used and its “expiry date”. They do not take ownership of the products, only to do a specific job .

The tools that have already been used are always issued with priority , and the used ones are automatically returned to the person managing the system.

Automated warehouse of health and safety articles

People responsible for supplying employees with health and safety products with ASD Systems vending machines can do something completely different. This is a group of articles to which employees must have permanent access, regardless of the shift , i.e. the time of day or night.

Specialized models of ASD Systems vending machines can contain over a thousand products of various sizes, and the dimensions of the cells can be configured in various ways, adapting them to current needs.

Traditional distribution of OHS products in a company is expensive, time-consuming, and at the same time can generate many catastrophic mistakes that lead to downtime or delays in processes . The combination of the vending machine with IDS software and a dedicated application allows you to maintain full control over the availability and flow of products.

Vending machine for office accessories

The specificity of office work requires tailor-made solutions that will increase its efficiency and ensure the lowest possible level of stress for employees. In the office reality, it is not difficult to imagine a situation in which an employee needs an appropriate envelope format, an additional computer disk or stamp ink, the search for which takes too long or is unsuccessful.

Vending machines for office products can solve many problems. It is a convenient solution both for employees and for people responsible for supplying the office with this type of products. The self-service machine can hold hundreds of different office supplies in a very small area . At the same time, the flow of these products will be monitored on an ongoing basis, which will optimize the procurement policy.

Maseczkomat, i.e. a machine dispensing personal protective equipment

We saw the importance of the availability of personal protective equipment in a pandemic reality. This has taught us a lot – incl. take care of the health of employees in the event of an epidemic threat , which is also the flu season, during which many employers are exposed to a wave of sick leaves. Vending machines with masks or gloves are also useful in any facility or facility where you need to maintain hygiene at work .

The ASD Systems mask machine can issue various types of personal protective equipment – not only masks or gloves, but also antibacterial gels or sterilization liquids. In addition, a special dispenser for hand disinfection can be installed on the machine .

Benefits of buying vending machines

• Huge space saving, the possibility of using the warehouse space in a different way.
• Huge time savings thanks to the independent operation of the machines and efficient management of the system, which can be operated by only one employee.
• Saving resources for supplying employees – each of them can be assigned access to specific, only needed products and set a time limit for downloads.
• Eliminating errors thanks to full inventory records in real time. No need for a time-consuming inventory of the warehouse.
• Elimination of downtime and delays thanks to the 24/7 availability of products, regardless of the working time of people responsible for their distribution.
• Streamlining work in various sectors of the company thanks to IDS software and applications that allow you to create reports and automatically send statements to various departments.
• Facilitating corporate settlements thanks to the possibility of almost any filtering of records, but also creating groups of employees and cost centers to which they will be assigned.
• Simplifying warehouse supply – the manager can set alarms for minimum product values ​​and replenish the machines on a regular basis.

FAQ:

What are the advantages of vending machines?

The advantages of vending machines are, above all, savings – of money, space, time and work, as well as the possibility of optimizing the warehouse management and order policy.

How much do vending machines cost?

Different types of vending machines have different prices – a lot depends on the size and additional functionalities. As a standard, one product cell of the machine is a cost of several dozen zlotys.

How does a vending machine work?

The vending machine is fully self-service. In ASD Systems machines, it is enough to present the card, select a product, indicate a cost center and download the article. The machines are connected with the software – they carry out full product records and allow you to create useful reports or summaries. Refilling of machines is instant thanks to the drum scanning systems.