Vending machines for narrow-gauge railroads:
Profit at every station and a sentimental souvenir
Maintaining a historic railroad is a fight for every penny. Our armored vending machines turn passenger nostalgia into real financial support, working in smoke, steam and all-weather conditions.
- Resistance to soot
- Transaction in 15s
- Nostalgia
Challenge: Selling to the rhythm of the whistle
The peculiarity of rail tourism is "waves." The train arrives, 300 people get off, they have a 15-minute break and leave. A traditional convenience store can't handle this crowd, and it's not cost-effective to maintain staff at an intermediate station.
The Pressure of Time
One vendor will not serve hundreds of people in a dozen minutes. Our vending machines operate at lightning speed, with no queues.
Difficult Conditions
Stations are often outdoor sheds. Our equipment is ready for rain, wind and coal dust.
Soot and steam resistant technology
Steam railroads are a dirty environment. Soot, coal dust and grease are the enemies of electronics. Our Outdoor Series vending machines are ready for it.
Industrial Airtightness
The seals protect the interior of the machine from the ingress of carbon dust, which could damage delicate integrated circuits.
Easy Cleaning
Smooth powder-coated housings are easily washed with a pressure washer or cloth, removing deposits from locomotive smoke.
Vandal resistance
End stations are sometimes unguarded. Robust steel construction and secure locks protect utilities and goods from theft.
Medal with the "Ciuchia" - Souvenir for Mikol and Child
For a railroad enthusiast, details are sacred. For a child, it's the "clothesline" that matters. We design medals that bridge these worlds and are historically faithful.
Concrete Steam Locomotives
Px48, Ty2, TKh "Ferrum" - With mapping of the axis system.Historic Wagons
The iconic "riffles" or summer wagons ("cows").Styling for the Ticket
A medal resembling an old Edmondson cardboard ticket.Recommended models for the rail trail
The choice depends on the infrastructure at the station. We have equipment for the main platform and for the forest "pop-up".
BIG COINMAT
This is where the journey begins and ends. Capacity of 2,000 medals ideal for handling school trips in the waiting room.
Technical specifications
MINI LUX (Outdoor)
Ideal for outdoor platforms. Full protection from rain. Visible in the evening thanks to LED. Provision for many courses.
Technical specifications
SMALL COINMAT
Small wall-mounted model. Can be mounted in small station buildings, such as former signal boxes.
Technical specificationsModels of cooperation: We support foundations
Most railroads are run by enthusiasts. We understand limited budgets.
Revenue Share
Safe start. We put up the vending machine, you give electricity and a piece of platform. Profit from the first course, with no investment of your own.
Purchase to Own
For commercial operators. Full margin from sales. Possibility to order limited series for the anniversary of the line.
FAQ - Questions from Railway Managers
If the station is closed and unguarded in winter - we recommend taking the vending machine. If the facility is monitored - the vending machine with the winter package can be left outside.
No. Our automatics are solid structures. Ground vibrations caused by a slow-moving steam locomotive do not affect the electronics or mechanisms.
The devices operate on SIM (GSM) cards. All you need is a cell phone range, even a weak one. No need to pull cables.
This is our priority. The transaction takes about 15 seconds. During a short stop, one vending machine will serve dozens of people.
Let the steam go to the whistle and the profits to the cash register
Contact us to prepare a collection of medals with your rolling stock and set up vending machines on the trail before the first whistle of the season.
GW Souvenirs - The turn to profit