TOMRA Connect digital products for reverse vending machines

TOMRA Connect is a portfolio of digital products for machines collecting cans and bottles for re-use and recycling. The products offer further insights and engagement opportunities for locales providing the machines and the recyclers who use them, going beyond the bin-approaching-full indicators that have so far popularised the Internet of Things for waste collection.

With engagement program TOMRA ReAct, consumers earn points to redeem rewards or make donations. The machine’s touch screen enables retailers to promote specials and campaigns.

Analytics pulls business intelligence from big data. It shows queueing time, cleaning quality, recycling volumes throughout the day and more.

Notify + Assist gives personnel real-time notifications when machines require attention and step-by-step guidance on fixing. The product also combats fraud attempts through real-time validation of refund receipts.