Vandalism protection

Vandalism protection covers all structural and technical measures on a vending machine aimed at preventing wilful damage, break-in attempts or tampering, or minimising their effects.

Function and area of use

Protection against violence is crucial, especially at unguarded locations such as railway stations, car parks or social hotspots. This includes housings made of reinforced steel, anti-dig protection, impact protection for the electronics and avoiding surfaces that can be attacked with leverage tools.

A multi-level security concept has proven itself: Polycarbonate or armoured glass panes protect the front, while security locking cylinders and multi-point locking secure access to cash and electronics. For extreme locations, additional protective housings (cages) or anti-graffiti coatings can be used. Acoustic alarm systems that respond to vibration are also part of the modern portfolio.

Advantages

• Major reduction in repair costs caused by wilful damage
• Higher operational reliability and avoidance of downtime
• Deterring offenders with visible security features
• Protection of cash holdings and expensive hardware components
• Meeting insurance requirements for outdoor areas
• Preserving the value of the vending machine over its entire service life
• Protection against tampering with the Coin validator or card terminal

Technical details

Use of IK impact resistance ratings (e.g. IK10 for maximum impact resistance). Housing reinforcement to RC2 or RC3 standard. Integration of vibration sensors with telemetry alarms.

Frequently asked questions

Is there 100% protection against vandalism?

There is no absolute security, but professional protective measures make the effort for offenders so high that most attempts are abandoned.

Doesn’t a protective housing make the vending machine ugly?

Modern protective housings are designed to complement the look of the vending machine while offering high stability.

Related terms

• Vending machine installation permit
• Vending machine insurance
• Telemetry system
• Vending machine
• Coin validator
• Outdoor vending machine

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