Smart Vending Infrastructure Systems

Public environments at scale — markets, public transport hubs, government institutions, schools — face structural challenges in distributing essential products consistently.

Manual systems lack visibility into stock levels, fail without notice, and require physical audits. Authorities promoting sustainability initiatives needed a system that could distribute eco-friendly alternatives reliably while providing real-time data on usage, faults, and operational performance.

A unified IoT vending ecosystem built on a single hardware and software architecture, with multiple product variants: Cloth Bag Vending Machines, Compostable Carry Bag Vending Machines, and Sanitary Pad Vending Machines with built-in incineration.

Every unit is built around a custom-designed PCB integrating an ESP32 controller, 2G/4G connectivity, motor drivers for the dispensing mechanism, sensor inputs for stock and fault detection, and UPI/QR payment integration. All units sync to a centralized cloud dashboard via MQTT for real-time monitoring.

• Custom PCB with ESP32 processor and GSM/4G module (in-house design)
• Sensor-based dispensing and stock-level detection
• Motor control for product release mechanism
• UPI/QR payment interface
• MQTT-based cloud sync for real-time telemetry
• Centralized web dashboard for fleet monitoring
• OTA firmware update capability

• Real-time monitoring of every deployed unit
• Usage analytics and reporting per location
• Fault detection and remote diagnostics
• UPI / digital payment integration
• Modular architecture for multiple product types
• Solar-power-ready variant for off-grid locations

• 500+ units deployed across multiple states
• 10 lakh+ sustainable bags distributed, replacing single-use plastic
• 50,000+ girls in schools and public institutions accessed hygiene products
• Estimated 30+ tons CO₂ emissions avoided through plastic substitution
• Centralized fleet visibility — no manual physical audits required