Press Release
SandStar Unveils the VRK, the New Home for the World’s Most Ambitious Vending Operators
The AI-Powered vending machine brings Four-camera protection, Dual-sensor lock security, and a self-learning engine to the retail floor—all backed by an industry-leading 5-year warranty.
February 24, 2026
Charlotte, NC— SandStar today announced the SandStar VRK, the definitive AI vending kiosk designed to captivate customers and empower operators with industry-leading AI computer vision. Coming this quarter, the SandStar VRK transforms the unattended retail experience into an elegant, high-performance storefront. Featuring an exclusive suite of features—including a gloss-black design, four-camera protection, and a proprietary 4G solution—the VRK is the most advanced hardware-software integration yet for the retail market.
Designed to Captivate and Secure
The SandStar VRK brings together aesthetic elegance and unmatched security. With its gloss-black elegance and a luminous handle, the VRK is built to command attention—turning a glance into a purchase. Inside, the FIFO shelving (optional) ensures forward flow and lasting freshness, guiding every refill forward so displays remain organized and ready to serve.
To address shrinkage & theft, the VRK introduces Four-camera protection powered by real-time AI. The system instantly identifies and responds to any camera blockage through an illuminating handle and sound. Combined with Dual-Sensor Lock Security, the unit ensures peak freshness and secure perfection with every close, ensuring operators minimize loss from theft.
More Accurate, More Efficient
At the heart of the VRK is a self-learning AI engine designed to solve accuracy & recognition issues.
- More Transactions, More Accurate: From the very first transaction, the engine begins to evolve—becoming more precise and more intelligent with every use.
- Always Online. Seize Every Deal: To eliminate connectivity downtime, the VRK features a proprietary 4G solution with unlimited data and 24/7 oversight, ensuring unmatched stability and constant connectivity.
Simplicity at Scale
The VRK is designed to remove operational complexity. Every unit arrives Plug & Play—pre-calibrated to minimize setup time so operators can focus on performance, not configuration. With SandStar new OPS, operators have one-click, complete control. The platform turns scale into simplicity, allowing users to monitor, manage, and connect every machine across their entire fleet with a single click.
Unrivaled Support
SandStar is setting a new standard for reliability in 2026. Every VRK is backed by a 5-year warranty, the most comprehensive in the industry. Furthermore, operators have access to 24/7 US-based support, ensuring that expert assistance is only a phone call away, anytime, day or night.
Availability
The SandStar VRK will be available to customers in USA and Canada on March 1, 2026.
About SandStar
SandStar delivers AI technologies that make retail smarter and simpler. From AI Vending Machines to full AI Store solutions, SandStar helps global retailers reduce shrinkage, optimize operations, and create seamless customer experiences under its promise of Real AI. Real Easy. Today, SandStar’s footprint spans more than 30 countries, providing full‑stack AI services to over 30 Fortune 500 companies and thousands of growing businesses worldwide.
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