Vending machine for filling reusable bottles
Readiy developed the electronics and firmware for Poland's first Castorefill machine, implemented by Castorama Polska. The device allows refilling eco-friendly cleaning products in recyclable bottles, which can be reused multiple times, helping to reduce plastic waste. We designed an advanced system managing refilling, payments, and user interaction. The project focused on user convenience, high safety standards, and device reliability.
Creating the Castorefill refill station required developing an advanced system that met high standards of safety, reliability, and user convenience, as well as integrating various components such as the filling system, payment processing, and user interface into a cohesive and efficient solution. Additionally, we had to build a working prototype within 8 days for a presentation to decision-makers, which required rapid and precise execution.
Our team of engineers developed a comprehensive solution that encompasses both the hardware and software of the refill station. We implemented flow sensor systems to manage the filling process, ensuring precise dosing and monitoring of liquid levels. An intuitive single button interface with screen was installed, and we are advancing the integration with a cashless payment system. The modular design allows for future functionality expansions, making it easy to adapt the system even after deployment.
The Castorefill refill station was successfully launched at the first Castorama store in Warsaw, Targówek, where it received positive feedback from customers. The device operates reliably, enabling seamless bottle refilling. The successful prototype presentation and its adoption by the store network confirm our ability to deliver complex projects under tight deadlines and high expectations.