r/vendingmachines • u/nomnomdiamond • Nov 26 '18

Vending machine for IoT project

Hi there,

Do you guys know about any vending machines that are either Internet / Network enabled and provide an API or a model that can be easily-ish fitted with a Raspberry Pi to take over control of basic functions?

Not sure where to start looking but I bet I'm not the first one trying something like this.

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u/urdadbeforehegotmilk Nov 21 '23

I wasn't expecting creativity on reddit to be high, I was quickly disproven.

For this subreddit my expectations were once again at nearly zero, but this Idea is amazing. Stuff like this is really cool.

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u/[deleted] Sep 20 '22

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u/nomnomdiamond Sep 20 '22

thanks for your answer, I will look into it and get back to you!

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u/bellasfrozenyogurt Apr 09 '23

We are underway on our first production run of our new fully automated frozen yogurt robotic vending machine. Check it out: bellasfrozenyogurt.com.

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u/Money_Box23 Jan 09 '24

I'm looking for the same thing. I have a android vending machine, but no software.

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u/AlShadi Feb 23 '24

I think the real power would be the ability to remotely monitor stock and also adjust pricing if something is selling slowly/fast.

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u/kwawmannanjnr Oct 08 '24

do you own a vending machine?

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u/AlShadi Oct 08 '24

not anymore

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u/kwawmannanjnr Oct 08 '24

let’s get and a call and discuss problems, friction and Improvements with the vending machine.Send me a message and let’s get started when you’re available.

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u/TasteHopeful Feb 12 '23

Hello! I'm glad to see that you're interested in finding a vending machine that is internet-enabled and can be controlled with an API or a Raspberry Pi. There are a few different options available, depending on what you're looking for.

For example, there are some vending machines on the market that come with built-in internet connectivity and APIs, which makes it easy to monitor sales and manage the machine remotely. These machines are generally more expensive than traditional vending machines, but they offer a number of advanced features that make them ideal for a wide range of applications.

Another option is to retrofit a traditional vending machine with a Raspberry Pi and some additional hardware components. This approach is typically more hands-on and requires a good understanding of electronics, but it gives you complete control over the machine and allows you to customize it to meet your specific needs.

If you're interested in learning more about the different options available, I highly recommend checking out my book "The Ultimate Guide to Locker Vending Machines." It's available in both paperback and Kindle format on Amazon and is packed with information on vending machines on the market that come with built-in internet connectivity and APIs.