Technological innovation for beverage solutions
FAE Technology
Elettronica GF
The context
The beverage solutions sector is undergoing rapid transformation, where technological innovation has become the primary driver of market differentiation. The beverage dispenser market is experiencing strong growth, driven by demand for personalization, sustainability, and digitalization. Emerging trends include advanced touchscreen interfaces, remote control, predictive monitoring, and the ability to offer a wide range of configurations to meet diverse needs. Leading companies are investing in smart solutions that combine automation, intuitive interfaces, and connectivity to deliver personalized user experiences and more efficient operations.
The client and their need
Vinservice is part of the Micro Matic Group, a global leader in beverage dispensing solutions. The company specializes in the development and production of advanced beverage dispensing systems, with a particular focus on innovative technologies that enhance user experience and operational efficiency.
The company needed to develop an innovative device capable of:
- Expanding the range of products offered
- Strengthening its leadership in the smart beverage segment
- Integrating advanced control and customization functionalities
- Creating a modular and scalable platform
The solution
FAE Technology developed a complete modular platform equipped with a Human-Machine Interface (HMI) featuring multitouch capabilities. The project included:
Development and engineering of the complete solution
Prototyping with iterative testing in collaboration with the Vinservice team
Production of the optimized final system
The result is a compact and innovative dispenser featuring a single-nozzle valve and touchscreen, offering:
Customization of video displays
Adjustment of the soda-to-flavor ratio
Modification of the buttons for flavored water and soda
Results and performance
- Simultaneous management of up to 14 beverage lines (8 syrups + 4 flavors + soda + water)
- Dual display with concurrent video streaming for beverage selection and promotional content
- Intelligent power control up to 13A total with advanced diagnostics for fault prevention
- Real-time monitoring of temperature and pressure through 3 dedicated analog sensors
- Full connectivity with Gigabit Ethernet for remote configuration and over-the-air updates
- Advanced user interface with multitouch display for complete customization
The collaboration with FAE Technology enabled the development of a technologically advanced solution that effectively meets the needs of the beverage sector, delivering a reliable and versatile product.