Leading Hygiene and Health Company, recognized for their innovative solutions in the hygiene industry.
Retrofitting an existing line of napkin dispensers with LCD screens capable of playing targeted video advertisements. The project required integrating advanced electronics and software without compromising the dispenser’s mechanical design, napkin capacity, or dispensing performance. The device needed to operate on battery power, detect motion, and stream a daily “playlist” of advertisements via the cloud for a proof-of-concept marketing initiative.
The client’s goal was to:
Retrofit their existing napkin dispensers with LCD screens without altering the dispenser’s mechanical design or performance.
Ensure seamless video playback triggered by motion detection.
Maintain high visibility and resolution for the screen while optimizing battery life for up to a week of service.
Stream custom advertisement playlists via Wi-Fi, specific to the restaurants where the dispensers were installed.
Deliver a functional proof-of-concept to showcase at an industry trade show.
Recognizing Impact ES–Rhode Island’s expertise in end-to-end electronics and software solutions, the client entrusted us to deliver a product that would meet their functional, aesthetic, and performance goals.
Impact ES–Rhode Island provided a complete solution encompassing hardware and software development, ensuring seamless integration and user experience:
LCD Screen Selection: Conducted extensive research to identify a screen that met the required visibility and resolution specifications while fitting within the existing dispenser dimensions. The selected screen provided exceptional picture quality and a fluid, seamless appearance without compromising the dispenser’s functionality.
Power Management: Designed electronics powered by a rechargeable battery capable of sustaining up to a week of operation. This ensured the device’s practicality and convenience for commercial settings.
Motion-Triggered Playback: Developed firmware to detect customer presence via motion sensors, triggering the playback of video advertisements.
Cloud Connectivity: Enabled the dispenser to download custom advertisement playlists from the cloud daily. Collaborated with the client’s marketing team to integrate their existing website for seamless playlist uploads.
Wi-Fi Integration: Designed a reliable communication protocol to allow dispensers to receive data wirelessly from the store’s network.
Worked closely with the client’s mechanical design team to ensure the electronics retrofit did not impact napkin capacity or dispensing performance.
Delivered a cohesive solution that combined hardware, firmware, and software for a flawless user experience.
The LCD napkin dispenser proof-of-concept was a resounding success and a highlight of the client’s trade show presentation. Impact ES–Rhode Island’s solution delivered:
Seamless Integration: Retrofitted LCD screens that maintained the dispenser’s original functionality and appearance.
Enhanced User Engagement: Motion-triggered video playback that captivated restaurant patrons and opened new advertising opportunities.
Reliable Performance: A durable, battery-operated system with cloud-based content management, ensuring consistent operation.
Industry Buzz: Positive reception at the trade show, generating interest in the potential for large-scale deployment.
Collaboration between Impact ES–Rhode Island and the client ensured a seamless blend of existing functionality with new capabilities.
Impact ES–Rhode Island’s expertise in electronics, firmware, and software enabled the successful development of a cutting-edge advertising platform.
The project highlighted the client’s commitment to innovation and created excitement for the future of targeted marketing solutions in the hygiene industry.
