Vending

Westomatic introduces contactless sports nutrition drink dispenser

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January 6, 2021

Westomatic, a U.K.-based equipment manufacturer, has launched a completely contactless dispenser for sports nutrition drinks called Evolve, according to a press release. Equipped with contactless Hover Select technology, there are zero physical touch points.

The machine can dispense up to four flavors of sports nutrition drinks, and is also compatible with almost all forms of powdered or granulated supplements, including protein, branched chain amino acid, pre-workout, thermogenic, electrolytes, meal replacement and weight loss powders.

The dispenser can also dispense a mixture of different supplements instead of four different flavors of a single product. For example, a user can dispense pre-workout, protein, BCAA and electrolyte drinks from the same machine.

Because each flavor or type of supplement has its own canister, all are delivered through separate pipes and nozzles. The machine can even offer customers a vegan option while ensuring the drink will be completely free from contamination with dairy-containing products.

Designed to be used with a refillable bottle or "shaker" only, the machine reduces the impact on the environment by eradicating the need for single-use plastic bottles or cups.

A flash cooler ensures the machine has a small carbon footprint.

A 12-inch media screen can display gym class timetables, membership information or offers. It can also be used to create an extra revenue stream by selling advertising space to brands and businesses.