Valinso's Qwikko Modernizes Existing Vending Machines Without Replacement

Valinso B.V. has introduced Qwikko, a platform that adds an interactive screen and cloud-based management tools to existing vending and coffee machines, giving operators advanced features without replacing their equipment. For consumers, Qwikko introduces multi-item shopping baskets and digital promotional offers through the screen, extending the traditional vending experience beyond selecting and paying for a single product. The platform also supports additional purchasing and merchandising features that were previously available only on newer automated retail formats. For operators, the cloud platform provides remote control over product information, pricing and displayed content, letting them update a machine's merchandising without a site visit. Because it works on installed equipment, Qwikko offers an alternative to replacing an existing fleet. The approach earned Valinso recognition as one of 10 winners of the 2026 Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation (ARKI) Awards. This year's winners will be honored at the Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show, Dec. 14-16 in Miami Beach, where one will be named 2026 Innovator of the Year. For vending operators, retrofit technology is a middle path between aging coil machines and full smart cooler replacement, particularly for fleets with usable hardware and thin capital budgets. Source: Kiosk Marketplace — https://www.kioskmarketplace.com/blogs/valinso-modernizes-existing-vending-machines-with-qwikko/