Locker systems for public spaces -
welcome to the smart city.
In public places, on the university campus, in the town hall, in the theatre - in the city of the future.
Smart locker systems for public spaces, such as on university campuses, in town halls or in other public places, will play an increasingly important role in cities and municipalities in the future in order to meet the growing demand for Parcel delivery, Delivery options and the Exchange of goods to do justice to them.
Our everyday lives require more and more flexibility. Many people can't make it to the shops or post office during opening hours during the week. With smart locker systems for public spaces in busy squares, in shopping centres and in Shopping streets or transport hubs, these problems can be solved.
Rental safe deposit boxes
Ideal for storing luggage for tourists or for customers who want to keep their hands free while shopping.
Service station
Defective appliances can be handed in at any time and picked up again repaired, with automated processes.
Laundry service
Leave dirty clothes in the locker and pick them up clean at any time.
Open parcel station
Flexible parcel collection around the clock. With provider-open parcel stations, residents can simply have their parcels delivered to the public parcel station by any CEP service provider.
Click & Collect in retail
Click & Collect in retail Local retailers can use intelligent locker systems to conveniently deliver goods to shoppers outside of opening hours.
Little construction effort
The Variocube locker system is the ideal smart locker system for public spaces. All you need is a 230 V power connection. Communication takes place via an in-built SIM card. This means that the locker systems can also be retrofitted at the appropriate locations with little effort.
Many apps - one central point of contact
With a variety of user-friendly functions, numerous services such as Laundry service, Click & Collect, Rental compartments and much more are already offered out-of-the-box. If these are not sufficient, we will work with you to develop a customised solution. The best thing about Variocube locker systems? Several services can be operated simultaneously on one system.
Modular system - one location with a multitude of options
Thanks to the multi-application capability of Variocube locker systems for public spaces, several services can be offered simultaneously on one system. The following applications are particularly popular with cities, municipalities and public institutions:
Click & Collect
With Click & Collect solutions, local retailers can simply hand over ordered goods.
Parcel Shipping & Receiving
Parcels can be left in the locker for the recipient, but pick-up orders can also be assigned to parcel service providers.
Rental safe deposit boxes
For shopping streets or for luggage storage for day tourists - Payment via payment terminal or online booking.
Exchange of goods
Privately sold goods or borrowed items can be exchanged between private individuals.
Smart applications of locker systems for public spaces: for more flexibility, service and sustainability
Public parcel stations open to all providers.
Provider-open parcel stations in public spaces offer numerous advantages for city dwellers and the environment. Thanks to their accessibility for various delivery services, they reduce traffic in cities as fewer journeys are required for individual parcel deliveries. This leads to a reduction in CO₂ emissions and relieves the burden on urban transport infrastructure. In addition, they offer residents a flexible and convenient way to pick up parcels at any time, which is particularly beneficial in densely populated areas with limited delivery options.
Locker systems for public spaces also support local businesses by enabling simpler logistics for online orders. Overall, open parcel lockers improve the quality of life in cities and promote more environmentally friendly and efficient logistics.
Rental lockers for tourists.
Cities and municipalities that want to offer their citizens and tourists a modern solution for luggage storage rely on Modern rental compartments. Our lockers are ideal for public areas and offer a secure and user-friendly service.
With the option of online reservation and flexible payment methods in advance or reservation and direct payment by debit or credit card on site at the facility, they make sightseeing or shopping easier and increase the attractiveness of your city. Rely on Variocube locker systems for public spaces to offer travellers added value.
Return and collection for libraries.
Intelligent locker systems modernise the return and collection of books and media in libraries. They offer round-the-clock availability so that users can return or collect books regardless of opening hours.
This increases the efficiency and user-friendliness of library services and reduces queues. The systems enable a fast and uncomplicated service, which is particularly beneficial for working customers or customers with limited time.
Lockers at transport hubs.
The classic place of use of locker systems for public spaces are transportation hubs such as train stations, airports or other busy public facilities and squares. Up to now, these facilities have been used in most cases only for luggage storage.
Our smart locker systems are now extending the benefits of these outdated facilities. By installing a Variocube solution, it will also be possible to exchange goods, click & collect and receive parcels from the same location in future.
Smart solutions for universities, schools and other educational institutions.
Locker systems are widely used in educational institutions. In the entrance areas for storing items that are not needed or at the sports facilities for clothing. Several hundred lockers can quickly accumulate at large facilities. The maintenance and administration costs are correspondingly high due to defective locks, skewered keys or forgotten number combinations. Forgotten keys or defective padlocks are a thing of the past. The administration tools make it easy to open compartments via an app and reassign codes. This massively reduces service costs, as no employee has to fetch tools or spare keys.
Traffic Chaos - The last mile delivery problem and how public space locker systems help solve it.
The last mile is a challenge for many logistics companies: due to the increasing volume, employees are under a great deal of pressure, and staff costs and the complex and costly maintenance of the vehicle fleet are putting the industry under pressure.
Transport planners are also familiar with the problem: a traffic jam of delivery vehicles threatens to block the city. The number of online orders is increasing, but people are usually not at home at delivery times and no reliable neighbour is available either.
Locker systems for public spaces offer an ideal solution here. Parcels can be collected there or deposited for collection by the parcel service. The parcel service no longer has to look for a parking space for individual parcels, get out, ring the bell and drive on again, only to be unable to deliver the parcel. In future, parcels can be delivered directly to a nearby location with lockers, saving recipients and delivery staff time and unnecessary journeys.
This is Variocube's contribution to solving the last mile problem.
Success stories: Our customers and their solutions.
Flemings Hotels & Variocube: Innovation in your luggage.
The renowned family business "Flemings Hotels" has positioned itself in the highly competitive hotel market in top city locations. Digitalisation plays a central role in the brand's core strategy,
Luggage storage, parcel station and Click & Collect - in the middle of Innsbruck's old town.
The operators of the citylocker.store in Innsbruck's old town have recognised the signs of the times. They took advantage of the vacancy on the ground floor of their apartment building to open a
Smart package reception at Haus Barbara of WIST in Linz
Wirtschaftshilfe der Studierenden Oberösterreich, or WIST for short, has existed since 1960 and runs 5 student hostels in Upper Austria and Vienna. The aim of the WIST is above all to
How city centres benefit from smart locker systems for public spaces.
What are public smart locker systems?
Public smart locker systems are automated locker systems installed in urban areas that enable various services such as dry cleaning, parcel station, click & collect and movement of goods.
How does the textile cleaning system in the public smart lockers work?
The TexCube textile cleaning system in the public smart lockers allows residents to clean their clothes conveniently and save time. They can place their dirty laundry in the designated compartments and schedule a pick-up. The cleaning team collects the clothes, cleans them and then puts or hangs them back in the appropriate compartments.
What is a smart parcel station and how do urban areas benefit from it?
A parcel station is part of the public Smart Locker system that allows residents to receive and pick up parcels. Urban areas benefit as residents can pick up their parcels at a central location instead of having to wait for a delivery to their home address, or having to complete an extra trip to the pick-up station. This saves time and reduces the burden of delivery traffic in the city.
How does the Click & Collect service work with public smart lockers?
The Click & Collect service with public smart lockers allows customers to collect goods ordered online from a nearby locker. After the order has been processed, customers receive a collection code with which they can retrieve their package from the corresponding locker. This is especially convenient for people who do not have time to wait for a delivery. Combined with a regional marketplace like digitalermarktplatz.com local suppliers and producers can also successfully offer their goods via the Smart-Locker network.
What are the advantages of moving goods through public smart locker systems?
The movement of goods through public smart locker systems offers several advantages for urban areas. It facilitates the secure exchange of goods between people, for example when selling through online marketplaces. Transactions can be conducted in a public place, eliminating the often cumbersome process of finding appointments for handovers.
How does the use of public smart lockers help to increase efficiency?
The use of public smart lockers helps to increase efficiency by facilitating access to various services and the exchange of goods. People can make better use of their time by seamlessly completing cleaning services, parcel pick-up and the movement of goods without having to rely on traditional pick-up or delivery methods.
How do public smart locker systems promote sustainability in urban areas?
Public smart locker systems promote sustainability in urban areas by reducing the need for transport. By centrally placing the lockers, residents can pick up their laundry, parcels and goods close to them without having to travel long distances. This helps to reduce traffic congestion and emissions.
Are public smart locker systems secure?
Yes, public smart locker systems are secure. They use advanced technologies such as encrypted pick-up codes and a direct LTE connection to ensure the security of stored items and the privacy of users.
How can users use public smart locker systems?
Users can use public Smart Locker systems by registering and managing their services via a mobile app or web browser. They can place their laundry, parcels or goods in the appropriate lockers, schedule pick-ups and receive pick-up codes to collect their items or parcels.
Are there any costs for using public smart locker systems?
The cost of using public smart locker systems may vary depending on the service and provider, or may be provided free of charge by municipalities. Some services may be free, while others may charge a fee. The exact costs and payment methods are usually determined by the operator of the smart locker systems and communicated to users.
Can I store my luggage in the public smart lockers for a fee?
Yes, the public Smart Locker systems often also offer the possibility to store luggage securely for a fee. This is especially convenient for travellers who want to keep their suitcases and bags safe before checking into their hotel or after checking out, so they can explore the city without being burdened.
Can the public Smart Locker systems be combined with a Car-Sharing platform?
Yes, public smart locker systems in one place combined with a car sharing platform. This allows users to rent and drop off cars at a central location. The combination of both services simplifies access to vehicles and promotes the use of car sharing as a practical and environmentally friendly transport solution.
Is there an integration of the public smart locker systems with a bike sharing platform?
Yes, public smart locker systems can also be in the same location with a bike sharing station. This allows users to borrow bikes and return them after use. The combination of bike-sharing and smart-lockers promotes the use of bicycles as an environmentally friendly alternative in urban transport.
Is it possible to charge an e-bike at the public Smart Lockers?
Yes, a charging option for e-bikes can be integrated into public Smart Locker systems. This is particularly practical for owners of e-bikes who want to charge their batteries while in the city. The possibility to charge e-bikes helps to promote electromobility and extend the range of e-bikes.
How is payment made for the use of the public Smart Locker systems?
Payment for the use of the public smart locker systems is usually made via a mobile app or at a payment terminal at the lockers. The exact payment methods and prices vary depending on the provider and service. Users are usually given clear information about the costs and payment methods when registering and booking the services.
