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MACH CountAIner™

MACH CountAIner™

A clean, contactless return experience with reimbursement in seconds

The MACH CountAIner™ is a revolution in the Deposit Return Scheme world. It is now possible to get reimbursed at a speed of 600 Containers/Minute for hundreds of Mixed Bulk Containers, while having an accurate count and without getting your hands dirty!

The MACH CountAIner™ is primarily designed to significantly improve the customer experience within Bottle Depots (i.e. speed & hygiene of customer implication). It is designed to identify, count, and reimburse all types of Deposit Return Containers such as aluminum cans, plastic, cartons & glass.

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Benefits of the
MACH CountAIner™

  • Allows for precise counting & payment of a very Large Quantity of Bulk Containers in a record time (600 Containers/Minute)
  • Recognizes all types of Refundable Containers regardless of their nature or shape. Based on visual recognition of objects (shape, color, logo, etc.) and therefore does not rely on barcode scanning
  • Can recognize damaged or crushed containers
  • Includes an evolutionary and flexible Artificial Intelligence (AI) ensuring optimal recognition of containers over the years
  • Allows instant Payment (via a cash machine) or Electronic payment
  • The user interface displays a Real-time Video Stream of the Containers’ recognitions and counts
  • Ensures that the outgoing flow can be conveyed, densified/granulated, compacted, or simply stored according to the needs

MACH CountAIner™ Dual Flow

New Model: For Customer Returns and Express Bulk Bags Processing

The MACH CountAIner™ Dual Flow builds on the proven performance of the MACH CountAIner™ platform, now enhanced with a dedicated operator interface for express bulk bags processing.


It delivers the same high-speed, AI-powered container recognition and counting accuracy, while adding operational flexibility to handle customer returns and operator workflows within a single system.

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Benefits of the
MACH CountAIner™ Dual Flow

  • One Machine. Two Workflows.
    Handle customer-facing returns and express bulk bags processing within a single system, without compromising performance or accuracy.
  • New Dedicated Operator Interface
    The Dual Flow model introduces a dedicated employee interface and backend processing zone, enabling efficient handling of retailer and operator collection bags.
  • Off-Peak Hour Optimization
    Separate workflows reduce congestion, maintain overall throughput, and keep operations moving smoothly by shifting bulk bag processing to off-peak hours.
  • Operational Flexibility
    Adapt to evolving deposit return needs with a system designed to support multiple return scenarios, locations, and operational models.

Features of the MACH CountAIner™

  1. Performance
    • Ultra-fast recognition by Artificial Intelligence
    • Operational speed of up to 600 Bulk Containers per minute
  2. Capacity
    • The receiving hopper can contain up to 225 Containers, depending on the type of material
  3. Footprint
    • 6’ x 16’ (1.8m x 4.8m) | 96 pi² (8.6 m²)

User Interface of the MACH CountAIner™

An Intuitive Experience for a Simplified User Journey

As the primary goal of this machine is to enhance the customer’s experience in Bottle Depots, the user is our foremost priority.

As a result, our team has meticulously designed the MACH CountAIner™’s interface to ensure complete autonomy for users while reassuring them about the accuracy of recognitions, counts, and ultimately payment.

Before closing each transaction, users are also informed of the positive environmental impact resulting from their civic act of recycling.

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Product Comparison

Available in Two Configurations: Customer Front Access Only,
or with Additional Express Bulk Bag Processing.

Not sure which MACH CountAIner solution is right for you?
Our team of experts is here to help you identify the best configuration to optimize your operations and maximize efficiency.

To support your decision, here’s a quick comparison of the key features and benefits of the MACH CountAIner™ and the MACH CountAIner™ Dual Flow, highlighting what’s common between both models and what the Dual Flow adds.

Artificial Intelligence

The MACH CountAIner™ is Powered
by an Evolutionary Artificial Intelligence

    • Identifies the distinctive characteristics of containers in the same way as the human eye (without the need to see the barcode)
    • Recognizes materials in the distinctive, but variable bottle depot conditions.
    • Is based on a flexible neural network that allows for the recognition of new packaging considering none or minimal additional training.
    • Generates and exports essential data for the Deposit Return Scheme operators.

Awarded the Outside Québec Outreach prize for its deployment in Australia

Recognized for International Excellence

Machinex Consigne was honored with the Outside Québec Outreach Award at the 2025 Envirolys Gala, recognizing its contribution to promoting Québec’s environmental expertise abroad.

The award highlights the successful deployment of the MACH CountAIner™ in Australia with client Re.Group.

This achievement confirms the system’s reliability and performance while paving the way for new opportunities in the Australian market. It also reflects the ingenuity and dedication of Machinex teams in developing cutting-edge technologies that modernize deposit return systems worldwide.

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Options

Customization of the Receiving Hopper’s Appearance

Customization of the Voucher’s Appearance

Customer Code Scanner for Digital Integration

Heavy (glass) & Light (cans, plastic, cartons) Separation Module

Video

  • MACH CountAIner™ - Maximizing Throughput in Deposit Return Centres

  • Modern Depot Centre | MACH CountAIner™ Technology and Express Bulk Bags Processing

Technical specifications

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