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    TOMRA APIs: Reverse Vending Machine (RVM) & DRS APIs

    TOMRA offers a wide portfolio of reverse vending machines (RVMs) and services, all supported and enriched by digital solutions tailored to your needs. Our digital services extend the value of your RVM by optimizing operations and increasing customer satisfaction.
    • TOMRA Digital Payout
    • TOMRA Status
    • TOMRA Consumer Sessions
    • TOMRA Volume by Supergroup
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    Manage RVM fleet efficiently
    Ensure maximum RVM availability and customer satisfaction
    Secure refund of deposits
    Engage customers beyond cash return
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    TOMRA APIs: Reverse Vending Machine (RVM) & DRS APIs

    Connect and innovate through TOMRA APIs

    • Operate in real time with the TOMRA RVM Status API
    • Prevent voucher fraud with TOMRA Voucher Control API (POS integration)
    • TOMRA Digital Voucher and Digital Payout: paperless refunds, loyalty integration
    • TOMRA Consumer Session API and drop-and-go function for multi-feed solutions
    • TOMRA Developer Portal, OpenAPI and webhooks
    • Security and compliance (ISO/IEC 27001, NIS2, GDPR)

    Key benefits of TOMRA APIs for reverse vending machines

    Real-time monitoring: Get instant machine status, alerts, and operational data to keep your RVMs running and customers satisfied.

    Secure payouts: Validate vouchers and prevent fraud with TOMRA Voucher Control API. Enable digital vouchers or direct payouts-no app required.

    Customer engagement: Integrate recycling sessions with your loyalty app, offer digital rewards, and enable donations.

    Developer-friendly: Access OpenAPI specs, OAuth2 security, self-service setup, and webhook support in the TOMRA Developer Portal. 

    There’s an API we use in our system. We have a 95% uptime, and we are really happy with the service provided by TOMRA.

    Stef Traa
    Stef TraaCo-Founder, Droppie
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    TOMRA RVM Status API

    Real-time machine status, bin levels, and alerts integrated in your dashboard or store system. Customize your store staff's experience to optimize their daily operations with TOMRA's RVM Status API. The data provided from the API is intended for store personnel operation and response making sure the RVM is always ready for your next customer.

    TOMRA Voucher Control API

    Cloud-based voucher validation for secure, single-use payouts-integrates with POS. With TOMRA Voucher Control you can ensure that deposit refunds are only redeemed once. Easily integrate with your existing point-of-sales systems for seamless operation.

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    TOMRA Digital Payout API

    Customers don't have to worry about lost paper vouchers again. Less maintenance and reduced costs related to printer and paper roll use. Integrate your own digital voucher or digital payout solution through TOMRA APIs. Power the drop-and-go function and let customers recycle and shop while their refund is processed.

    TOMRA APIs additional incentives

    Drive customers loyalty and repeat store visits through gamifications and donation possibilities. Gamify recycling by making recycling fun and interactive. Add value to the recycling session by offering rewards beyond monetary refunds. Drive customer loyalty with engaging statistics and achievements.

    Use TOMRA APIs for insights: Tailor promotion and loyalty programs based on your customer recycling habits.

     

    TOMRA Consumer Session API

    Various opportunities for your own implementation utilizing TOMRA Consumer Session API. The Consumer Session API is applicable to multiple purposes, including creating your own overview to, for example: Understand when there are busy hours, understand what payout type your customers prefer, understand the recycling trends and integrate consumer sessions with your loyalty program.

    Security and compliance

    • Encrypted communication (TLS/SSH)
    • Device authentication, secure boot, and network segregation
    • ISO/IEC 27001 certified
    • Supports NIS2, EU Cyber Resilience Act, and GDPR

    How it works

    1. Connect your RVMs to TOMRA Connect.
    2. Register in the Developer Portal for API access.
    3. Integrate using OpenAPI specs and webhooks.
    4. Pilot and scale with flexible account scopes.

    Who's it for

    - Retailers and chains seeking real-time fleet management, secure payouts, and loyalty integration.
    - Technology partners building store data information reports or payment solutions.