INDIA'S FIRST IoT-BASED CLOTH BAG VENDING MACHINE
Cloth Bag Vending Machine
Sustainable bag access at the press of a button — built in partnership with the West Bengal Pollution Control Board.
Overview
Aeonix has built India's first complete IoT-based cloth bag vending machine — developed in collaboration with the Government of West Bengal and the West Bengal Pollution Control Board. The machine dispenses reusable cloth carry bags on demand at malls, markets, transport hubs, and public spaces, giving users a sustainable alternative to single-use plastics exactly where they need one.
Each machine is engineered for reliability in Indian field conditions: dual payment (coin and UPI), sensor-based bag detection, real-time stock dashboards, and automatic alerts when refill is needed. It runs unattended and reports back to a central monitoring platform — the same architecture proven across 500+ Aeonix vending deployments.
Available in three capacities — 50, 100, and 200 bags — the machine adapts to the footfall of the location and the operating budget of the deploying authority. ISO-certified, MS powder-coated steel construction, and one-year warranty included.
Key Highlights
Sensor-Based Bag Detection
Each bag is accurately recognized and dispensed, preventing misfires and ensuring a seamless user experience.
Dual Payment Options
Coin and UPI (Google Pay, PhonePe, BHIM) — supports both digital and cash users.
Real-Time Dashboard
Live monitoring of stock levels, transaction history, and payment status from any browser.
Stock Alert Notifications
Designated personnel are notified when stock drops to 50% and 25%, preventing outages.
Three Capacity Options
50, 100, or 200 bags — pick the size that fits the site footfall.
User-Friendly Interface
Intuitive selection process: pay, select, retrieve — under 10 seconds end-to-end.
Automatic Coin Return
If stock is empty or power fails mid-transaction, coins return automatically.
Battery Backup
Continues to operate through brief power outages without losing transactions or stock state.
How It Works
1Tap or Insert
User taps for UPI payment or inserts a coin into the slot.
2Sensor Detects
Internal sensors confirm payment, recognize the next bag in spiral, and unlock dispensing.
3Bag Dispensed
A folded cloth bag is released through the collection slot.
4Data Logged
Transaction is logged to the central dashboard in real-time; stock count auto-updates.
Applications
Deployed and suitable for high-footfall public, commercial, and institutional spaces:
- Shopping malls
- Wholesale and retail markets
- All categories of shops
- Bus stops & terminals
- Railway stations
- Temples & religious sites
- Flour mills & local food vendors
- Public parks
- Housing societies & residential complexes
- Pedestrian footpaths & street vending zones
- Dairy farms & cooperative outlets
- Municipal civic spaces
Technical Specifications
- Type of Machine
- Fully Automatic
- Cloth Bag Size for Loading
- Regular (with fold)
- Type of Loading
- Spiral
- Visibility Window
- Yes
- Pre-Programmable Facility
- Available
- No Stock Message Display
- Available
- Auto Coin Return on No Stock or Power Loss
- Yes
- Sales Data Retrieval
- Yes — via Central Dashboard
- Device Status Stock Monitoring
- Yes — via Central Dashboard
- Device No Stock Alert
- Yes — via Central Dashboard
- Warranty
- 1 Year Standard (extendable)
Construction & Materials
- Material
- Steel
- Item Dispensed
- Cloth Carry Bags
- Metal Enclosure
- 1–1.2mm MS, Powder Coated
- Finish Quality
- Anti-corrosion powder coat, suitable for indoor and semi-outdoor installation
Dimensions
- Height
- 700–1000 mm
- Width
- 900–1400 mm
- Depth
- 150–250 mm
- Weight (Approx)
- 25–40 kg (varies by capacity variant)
Power & Battery
- Power Consumption
- 60 Watt
- Power Supply
- 230 Volt AC
- Frequency
- 50 Hertz
- Battery Backup
- Available — sustains operation through brief power outages
Payment System
- Cash Acceptance
- Yes
- Payment Methods
- UPI, Google Pay, PhonePe, BHIM, Coin
- Coin Acceptance
- INR coins, all denominations — 1, 2, 5, 10
- Multiple Coin Accept
- Yes
Interface
- Display
- 16x2 Character LCD Display (64.5 mm × 16.5 mm)
- All Report Logs
- Available through Central Web Dashboard
Why Choose the Aeonix Cloth Bag Vending Machine
Government-Validated Design
Co-developed with the West Bengal Pollution Control Board. Proven across multi-year, multi-state government deployments.
IoT-Native, Not Retrofitted
Built ground-up with telemetry — every transaction, every stock level, every fault is visible in real-time.
Indian Field Conditions, Indian Engineering
Designed and manufactured in India for the Indian environment — heat, humidity, voltage fluctuations, footfall density.
Proven Scale
Same architecture deployed in 500+ Aeonix vending machines today. Tested, audited, supported.
Customization & Variants
50-Bag Capacity
Compact unit ideal for small shops, temples, and low-footfall sites.
100-Bag Capacity
Most popular configuration — fits mid-traffic sites like markets and bus stops.
200-Bag Capacity
High-volume variant for malls, railway stations, and major civic deployments.
Available — front panel can be wrapped with sponsor branding, government insignia, or institution logos.
Certifications & Compliance
- ISO 9001:2015
- ISO/IEC 27001:2022
- ISO 45001:2018
- ISO 14001:2015
- ISO/IEC 20000-1:2018
- CE
- RoHS
- DPIIT
- MSME
- Made in India
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this machine for?
Government bodies (Pollution Control Boards, Municipalities), large enterprises driving plastic reduction, mall operators, religious trusts, and CSR programs.
What does it cost to run?
Approximately 60 W during dispensing; idle consumption is minimal. Recurring costs are bag refill and minimal maintenance.
How are bags refilled?
Manual spiral loading through a key-locked rear panel. Trained operators refill in under 5 minutes.
Can I see real-time data?
Yes — through the Aeonix Central Dashboard. Per-machine stock, transaction logs, payment status, and uptime reports are all live.
Is the machine weather-proof?
Designed for indoor and semi-outdoor deployment (covered footpaths, station platforms). Fully outdoor versions available on request.
What's the warranty?
1 year standard, with extended AMC options available.
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