Kiosk touchscreen sanitation study unlikely to bring regulatory action

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

The discovery of bacteria-contaminated touchscreens on McDonald's self-order kiosks in the U.K. has alarmed some observers, but U.S. regulatory officials don't…

How self-serve payment kiosks improve power company’s revenues and efficiencies

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Automated payment kiosks have improved the customer experience for an Alabama utility company, in addition to improving cash flow and lowering processing…

Connected parking kiosks take the lead in creating 'smart cities' infrastructure

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Parking kiosks will provide much of the infrastructure for smart cities, which promise a higher quality of life for millions of people.

Outdoor kiosks and displays call for accelerated environmental testing

Kiosk and digital signage designers have to understand limitations of an outdoor display and what needs to be done in ensure it will survive in harsh…

What drives hardware providers' expansion into software?

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Kiosk hardware providers find that they can exercise more control over the execution of their projects by providing their own software, one of several benefits…

Looking for kiosk technicians? Oct. 30 webinar to offer insights — sign up now

October 17, 2018

Finding qualified technicians is one of the hardest tasks for any company in the self-service kiosk industry. Searching for techs on Craigslist or Monster…

Stego introduces monitoring and maintenance sensor

October 2, 2018

Stego has introduced a "plug and play" sensor, the Smart Sensor CSS 014, to support predictive maintenance and condition monitoring in control cabinets and…

Why customers (and operators) prefer micro markets to vending machines

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Customers simply prefer to examine products up close rather than being separated by the glass barrier of a vending machine. They also like the improved variety…

Chicago to quadruple automated payment kiosks for city services

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Chicago will have more than 70 automated payment kiosks that will allow residents to pay for city services more easily. Citybase, the service provider, hopes…

Contec Americas relocates to expanded headquarters

July 26, 2018

Photo courtesy of Contec Contec Americas Inc., a global technology design, manufacturing and integration company, has relocated its U.S.

STEGO Inc. introduces smart sensor for condition monitoring

July 3, 2018

The STEGO Inc. Smart Sensor CSS 014 measures two important parameters — temperature and humidity — and helps to maintain an optimal climate for enclosures and…

Meridian expands fabrication and assembly facilities

June 29, 2018

Meridian, a kiosk manufacturer and software developer, has announced that it is expanding its fabrication and assembly facilities to achieve economies of…

NanoTouch Materials introduces clear self-cleaning film for touchscreens

May 24, 2018

NanoTouch Materials, a provider of self-cleaning surface products, has developed a clear self-cleaning adhesive film that can be easily applied to…

Thermal paper provider Telemark supports reforestation initiative

May 16, 2018

Telemark Diversified Graphics, a provider of thermal paper products, including paper used in kiosks, ATMs, POS systems, mobile printers and parking tickets…

KICTeam Inc. expands cleaning products for kiosks, ATMs

April 24, 2018

KICTeam Inc. has expanded its line of cleaning products designed to reduce the time and cost of servicing kiosks and ATMs, according to a press release. The…

EMV adoption in the self-service industry: What's taking so long?

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

The future state of self-service is turning the kiosk into a stand-alone store, and secure payment is one of the services that needs to be offered for it to be…

Kiosk Rescue Program - We can help get your broken computer kiosk back online!

In response to customer requests to salvage defunct computer kiosks of all variations, this New Hampshire-based manufacturer is adding the Kiosk Rescue program…

Logic Supply unveils small form factor computer

March 22, 2018

Logic Supply, a computer hardware manufacturer, has unveiled its CL200 small form factor computer that can be used for kiosk and digital signage applications…

AR Systems offers app for mobile management of kiosks

February 14, 2018

AR Systems, a developer of automation controls, data collection services, wireless management tools and technological solutions, has unveiled a mobile app that…

Expanding electronics raise the stakes for protecting kiosks from extreme cold

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Advances in heaters, fans, thermostats, regulators and lighting have enabled kiosks to function efficiently in almost any environment, but customers must…