Load Cell in RVM (Reverse Vending Machine) Weighing Solution | GALOCE

This article explains the use of load cells in RVMs and suggestions for selecting load cells to help those concerned with this issue.

What is RVM?

RVM (Reverse Vending Machine) is an intelligent recycling equipment mainly used to collect recyclable waste items (e.g. plastic bottles, cans). After the user puts the discarded items into the machine, the RVM automatically identifies, sorts, weighs and stores them, and provides the user with points, cash back or other rewards, thus promoting environmentally friendly recycling behavior.
RVMs are widely used in shopping malls, communities, schools, subway stations and other public places, and are an important infrastructure for the construction of “waste-free cities” and the circular economy.

What is the mechanism of operation of RVM?

In RVM, plastic bottles, cans and other recyclables need to be calculated by weight or quantity and returned to users in the form of points, cash or other forms, in which the load cell is one of the essential core components. The load cell is usually installed on the weighing platform below the drop-off port. When a plastic bottle or can falls onto the weighing platform, the sensor will detect the weight signal, which will be calculated and processed through the backend, and the user will receive the corresponding return.

Which kind of load cell should you choose?

RVM reverse load cell for use in vending machines, with a range of 15kg and a divisional value of 1g;
Requirements: good long term stability of the load cell and high accuracy.
Output: mV signal or digital signal optional.

Why choose us?

We have durable and highly accurate single-point aluminum sensors that can be mounted individually.
Recommended models: 
GPB100R/GPB100X/GPB100X3(mV signal output)https://www.galoce.com/Products/GPB100R      
GPB100D(RS485 or RS232 optional)https://www.galoce.com/Products/GPB100D

RVM aims to encourage people to protect the environment and recycle reusable materials. GALOCE is committed to bridging the gap from idea to reality, providing accurate and effective weighing solutions for various industries.So if you have any idea related to weighing, please feel free to contact us, we will do our best to satisfy you.