A Pioneer in Weighing and Access Solutions
Since 1984, Gassner has been a leading innovator in access control and automated weighing systems. By combining smart hardware with proprietary software, the company supports thousands of municipalities, industrial facilities, and recycling centers in streamlining their weighing processes, whether at recycling parks, construction sites, or treatment plants.
Over the decades, Gassner has evolved from a local hardware supplier into a trusted technology partner, supporting digital transformation across Europe's waste and logistics infrastructure.
Bringing Automation to Waste and Recycling Infrastructure
Gassner’s systems enable the full digitization of recycling and waste collection centers. These sites rely on accurate weighing and access control to ensure that only authorized users can enter, and that waste quantities are tracked, billed, and reported correctly. Manual processes often lead to inefficiencies or compliance risks, especially when dealing with high volumes or public infrastructure.
To solve this, Gassner provides fully integrated systems for access control, weighing, and payment. Using RFID cards or app-based solutions, users interact with multiple stations including access barriers, scales, and payment terminals, quickly and intuitively. At the core of this workflow are terminals equipped with Beetronics touchscreens, which visualize the system interface and allow users to operate the solution independently through self-service.
Infrared and Optical Systems
These use light beams or cameras to detect when an object interrupts the surface. Because of their scalability, they’re often used in very large-format displays such as interactive whiteboards and signage, where cost efficiency is critical. However, they are less precise and can be disrupted by dust, dirt, or bright light. Specialists will also note that IR frames must be carefully aligned and protected against contaminants to maintain accuracy, which increases integration complexity in sealed or outdoor housings.
We chose Beetronics displays for their reliable performance and how seamlessly they integrate into our terminals. For us, they’re not just a component, but a key part of the user experience.
Meeting Demands for Reliability and Readability
As the primary point of user interaction, the terminal’s display plays a crucial role. If the interface is unresponsive or difficult to read, the entire system becomes inaccessible. Gassner’s team needed a solution that would perform reliably in both covered indoor setups and exposed outdoor environments, including locations with direct sunlight or challenging weather conditions.
Beetronics touchscreens met these requirements with ease, offering sunlight readability, proven durability in field testing, and seamless integration within Gassner’s terminal enclosures.
Built for Scale and Long-Term Consistency
Beyond day-to-day performance, Gassner needed a display partner that could guarantee product continuity over time. Long-term availability and a consistent supply chain were essential to ensure that new deployments match existing systems, not only visually, but also in terms of software compatibility and maintenance processes.
In environments where terminals are rolled out across multiple sites and updated over several years, even small variations in hardware can introduce complexity. Firmware alignment, enclosure design, and driver compatibility all depend on stable component sourcing. A single change in panel or housing dimensions can affect production, servicing, or integration in the field.
By working with Beetronics, Gassner is able to maintain a consistent hardware baseline, reducing the need for redesigns or version-specific adjustments. This reliability allows their team to scale confidently, simplify internal processes, and offer customers a predictable, unified experience across every location.
Ongoing Deployment and Collaboration
With thousands of digital terminals already in use and more being installed each year, Gassner continues to lead the way in modernizing access and weighing infrastructure. As new installations roll out, Gassner and Beetronics remain closely aligned, delivering dependable, future-ready terminal solutions.
