Coges, a trusted partner in payment solutions for the vending and retail industries, in partnership with WiPay, proudly announces the launch of its new Qpay terminal. Designed to address the specific challenges faced by vending operators, this advanced payment solution promises to simplify operations, enhance security, and improve customer satisfaction. With over 40 years of experience in providing payment systems, Coges continues to innovate with Qpay, a versatile terminal that is ready to meet the demands of today’s rapidly changing vending landscape.

Minimizing Downtime and System Failures

For vending operators, every minute a machine is out of order due to payment system malfunctions translates to lost sales and dissatisfied customers. Traditional vending machines, particularly those with external keypads and card readers, are often prone to mechanical failures. These disruptions lead to costly repairs and service calls.

Qpay tackles this issue head-on with its PIN-on-screen feature, removing the need for external keypads, which are more susceptible to wear and tear. Additionally, the terminal’s contactless technology reduces the risk of failure associated with traditional card insertion systems. These features ensure a smooth, uninterrupted payment experience for customers, reducing downtime and maintenance costs for operators.

“We understand how critical reliable payment systems are for vending operators, so we partnered with Wipay to bring the Qpay terminal into our lineup. By integrating this PIN-on-screen technology with our own systems, we’re making it easy for operators to access a dependable, modern payment solution directly through us, helping them reduce downtime and keep their machines running smoothly.” explains Stefano Bertoldo, product marketing manager at Coges.

Advanced Data Collection and Management

Beyond payment processing, Qpay offers advanced data management features that are invaluable to vending operators. Many operators struggle with collecting and analyzing transaction data, which is crucial for optimizing machine performance, stocking, and overall business strategy.

Qpay integrates seamlessly with Coges’ MyKey system, enabling real-time monitoring of sales data, transaction histories, and customer preferences. This consolidated view of vending operations allows operators to make informed decisions, improve inventory management, and better tailor product offerings to consumer demand. Additionally, the secure integration with WiPay ensures all transactions are monitored and tracked, enhancing the transparency of financial reporting.

“Operators need more than just a payment system—they need insights into their business performance. Qpay delivers real-time data that helps operators stay on top of their sales, inventory, and customer trends, ultimately improving profitability.” explains Stefano.

Enhanced Security for High-Risk Environments

Security is always a top concern for vending machine operators, particularly those in high-traffic or high-risk environments. Vending machines that hold significant amounts of cash are prime targets for theft and vandalism. Traditional payment terminals with external card readers are also vulnerable to tampering and fraud.

Qpay offers superior security features, including secure, encrypted communication with bank servers for every transaction. The PIN-on-screen feature helps to protect against skimming devices, and for more demanding locations, Coges is also developing a vandal-proof version (Q6000) of the terminal. These features make Qpay the best option for operators looking to protect their assets and provide a secure, trustworthy experience for customers.

Conclusion

The Qpay terminal is more than just a payment processing device—it is a comprehensive solution that solves some of the most significant challenges facing vending operators today. By addressing cash management risks, minimizing system malfunctions, improving data collection, and enhancing security, Qpay represents a new standard in vending machine payment technology. As the vending industry continues to evolve, Qpay ensures that operators can stay competitive, efficient, and secure.

For more information about Qpay, please contact our sales team.

Coges presents the new version of the MyKey cashless key, made with 100% recycled plastic for a lower environmental impact

The world of vending has been dealing with the issues of environmental sustainability and waste reduction for many years, seeking solutions that can improve the impact of our industry on the environment and meet the increasingly aware needs of end users. To meet these needs, Coges is proud to offer the new MyKey made from completely recycled plastics.

“Coges MyKey is one of the most loved payment media in automatic distribution due to its immediacy and practicality of use, so much so that it has become an indispensable support for coffee breaks in Italy and in other Countries.” Underlines Daniele Ioriatti, sales manager of Coges. “The new version of MyKey, previewed at Venditalia 2024 and available in an exclusive black color, contributes to reducing the demand for virgin plastic and creating a circular economy, in which materials are reused and recycled.”

The new plastic has the same characteristics as the other versions of MyKey both from a functional point of view and in terms of resistance to daily wear and durability. With the new 100% RECYCLED MYKEY, Operators will be able to demonstrate their concrete commitment to a more sustainable future, distinguishing themselves from the competition and attracting customers who are increasingly sensitive to the environment.

We are confident that the 100% RECYCLED MYKEY represents a significant contribution towards more environmentally friendly vending. Contact our sales network or visit our website to find out how to purchase 100% RECYCLED MYKEY and start making a difference in your business!

The coffee break is a pleasure, but sometimes we risk having to skip it because we left our wallet in the office or we have no coins in our pocket. Make sure that your most loyal customers don’t have to miss their relaxing break thanks to the new function of online credit on MyKey! Nebular allows you to move the credit present in the key to the Cloud, thus permitting the users to top  up their key with credit card also by smartphone, by their PC at the office or at home! MyKey remains the most suitable tool to purchase from a vending machine; thanks to Nebular it becomes even more flexible with new recharge options and without the need for a physical card reader.

Would you like to know more? Watch the video on our YouTube channel!

Coges will present at Venditalia the release on the market of the new SOFIS change-giver coin mechanism for vending machines, a precise and functional MDB payment system, able to guarantee the high performance necessary to meet all the needs of the vending operator. The Sofis coin mechanism will join the Hexis and Unica coin mechanisms in the range of Coges cash payment systems.

“Sofis distinguishes itself from other Coges coin mechanisms because it combines maximum precision in coin recognition with extreme simplicity of operation.” Underlines Daniele Ioriatti, the new Sales Manager of the Vicenza-based company. “If Hexis and Unica are very smart change-givers, with the possibility of paying with smartphones and above all connecting to the Cloud with the Nebular platform, Sofis is characterized as an essential MDB coin mechanism: flexible in configuration, easy to manage and extremely precise, sharing the new module for coin recognition developed for Hexis, ideal for those looking for a secure and uncomplicated cash payment system.”

Sofis has considerable elements of discontinuity even with Aeterna, the other “unconnected” coin mechanism from Coges: first of all, Sofis will only be available in the MDB version; in addition, the absence of a display and keypad in the new coin mechanism is compensated for by the immediate programming with E.C.S. Programmer. The most important difference, however, lies precisely in the recognition unit: thanks to a revolutionary multifrequency reading technology, the new module is able to collect a greater amount of information on the characteristics of the metal alloy. This technology, combined with the analysis of over 200 mechanical, optical, acoustic and electromagnetic parameters, allows the Sofis change giver a better quality of coin identification which translates into a more advanced acquisition capacity, a greater number of recognized currencies and above all, in better discrimination of fakes and fraud.

Particular attention was paid to cleaning and maintenance operations, made easier by the modular structure of the coin mechanism. Finally, the Sofis tube group, like that of Hexis, also stands out for its length and for the possibility of being easily configured to meet the needs of the Operator in the various locations, accepting the most requested value combinations.

“Surely Coges is focusing more and more on connected payment systems and is making the hardware-software ecosystem the central point of its value proposition.” Matteo Pegoraro, head of the R&D area observes “This does not mean that we intend to neglect the design of more traditional payment systems. We work closely with all the players in the vending market and we know that each location has particular needs, connected systems are a fundamental step forward but they are not the answer to everything. Coges’ goal has always been to draw on its vast experience to develop a complete, versatile and integrated range and offer our customers the most innovative solutions. ”

The Sofis change giver will be available for purchase at Coges and authorized dealers starting from next month. Come and discover it from 11 to 14 May at stand C43-D48 in Hall 3 at Venditalia!

The tube box of Hexis Change-giver Coin mechanism is locked by an electromagnet which blocks its opening. By means of the programming menu the box can be set to unlock freely or to be locked. In this case the opening will be allowed only after the insertion of an authorized key or the entering of an opening code on the keypad of the Coin mechanism. Up to five opening codes can be set.

The box opening by key or password is registered in a special event log which cannot be changed, therefore it is possible to check during the data collection phase when the tube box was opened, with which key or code and how long.

The registration of the unlock operations of the tube box occurs automatically also with the Coin mechanism switched off. This function guarantees to the operator a high level of security as whoever goes and act on the vending machine or on the Coin mechanism, if unauthorized, cannot physically access the accumulated cash.

Take a look to Hexis page for further information.