Read more about how RFID tags for vending machines work and what benefits the use of RFID technology brings to the vending market.
RFID TAGS FOR VENDING MACHINES
RFID tags for vending machines are used as electronic purses within the ATM (Automated Teller Machine) market, where there is an automatic dispensing system for products and services. The two types of RFID tags designed for automated distribution are RFID wristbands for vending machines and RFID key fobs for vending machines. These devices store a spendable credit balance for contactless RFID vending payments, enabling the purchase of the selected product or service.
RFID wristbands and key fobs can be used across all vending sectors, which include:
- RFID vending machine access control. Vending machines are used for dispensing snacks, soft drinks, hot beverages, and ready meals. They are available in companies, schools and universities, gyms and sports centres, holiday villages, and tourist facilities.
- Self-service laundries, equipped with washing machines and dryers for customers to wash and dry their laundry independently. Some laundries also feature dispensers for detergent and fabric softener.
- Self-service car washes. Allowing users to wash their vehicles autonomously with professional-grade machinery, these facilities are generally open seven days a week, 24 hours a day.
- Water kiosks or public water dispensers. These municipal, self-service installations provide fresh, potable still or sparkling water at a minimal cost.
- Automatic golf ball dispensers. Installed at golf courses to facilitate a quick and convenient way for players to access golf balls.
RFID key fobs and RFID wristbands for contactless vending machine payments operate through an embedded RFID chip that is loaded with prepaid credit. RFID-enabled vending machine systems require equipping the machine with an RFID reader: after selecting the product, the user simply brings the RFID wristband or key fob close to the machine. The RFID reader then scans the tag’s chip, detects the remaining balance, and authorises the product’s release.
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Benefits of RFID for vending machines
Electronic purse integration with RFID vending machines brings many benefits:
- Convenience: Thanks to RFID-enabled vending machines for businesses, there is no need to carry coins or cash, as products can be obtained from vending machines using a convenient RFID wristband or key fob.
- Security: RFID improves vending machine security. Data stored on the RFID chip is encrypted and protected. Furthermore, RFID tags prevent unauthorised access to the machine, safeguarding it from theft and vandalism.
- Traceability: RFID transactions are tracked, enabling better purchase management and the detection of any fraudulent transactions.
Within companies, hotels, sports centres, schools and universities, RFID wristband and RFID key fob solutions for vending machines can be used for multiple applications: the chip memory can store services from various vendors, such as an access control badge as well as credit for vending machines or canteen payments. RFID payment solutions for vending machines improve operational efficiency and enhance the quality of customer service provided.
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RFID wristbands and key fobs for vending machine access control
At Partitalia, our catalogue includes RFID wristbands and RFID key fobs with various operating frequencies — LF, HF, and UHF — and in a range of materials. Our best RFID tags for vending machines are customisable with prints and logos and can be encoded upon request to meet customer requirements.
Custom RFID wristbands for vending machines
Our durable RFID wristbands for frequent vending machine users feature a casual, trendy design and are comfortable to wear, made from completely hypoallergenic materials such as silicone, PVC, and nylon. They can be customised through silkscreen printing, pad printing, offset printing, or epoxy, with serialisation options available via laser or inkjet printing.
RFID key fobs vending payments
Available in strong and durable materials such as PVC, ABS and PA6, RFID key fobs are perfect for attaching to handbags or keys. These RFID key fobs can be customised with pad printing, silkscreen printing, or offset printing. Serialisation can be performed by laser or inkjet printing.
FAQs RFID tags for vending machines
How do RFID tags work for vending machines?
In RFID systems for vending, the machine is equipped with an RFID reader. The operation is simple: the user brings the RFID tag — wristband or key fob — close to the vending machine, and the RFID chip within it is read by the reader, enabling payment and product dispensing.
What is an electronic purse and how does it work with vending machines?
RFID wristbands and key fobs for vending machines work like electronic purses, on which a spendable credit is stored for payments, for the purchase of the chosen product or service.
Can RFID wristbands be used with vending machines for contactless payments?
Yes, RFID wristbands, together with RFID key fobs, are a type of tag used for vending machines: these devices contain an RFID chip in which a spendable credit is stored for the dispensing of products and services.
What are the benefits of RFID wristbands for vending machine payments?
RFID wristbands for vending machines bring many advantages in terms of security and convenience: they allow users not to carry heavy coins or cash, while ensuring secure transactions thanks to the RFID chip encryption.
How secure are RFID key fobs for vending machine transactions?
The use of RFID key fobs for vending machines ensures a high level of security: the data stored in the RFID chip is protected by advanced levels of encryption. In addition, inside companies, gyms or hospitality facilities, unauthorised access to the machine is prevented and the risk of tampering is reduced.
How can RFID wristbands be customised for vending machine payments?
At Partitalia facility, we customise RFID wristbands for vending machines with print and logos. RFID wristbands are customisable via silkscreen printing, pad printing, offset printing, or epoxy. Serialisation can be done via laser or inkjet printing.
What materials are RFID wristbands made of for vending machine use?
Partitalia’s RFID wristbands for vending machines are made from durable, hypoallergenic, and comfortable-to-wear materials such as PVC, silicone, and nylon.
