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RETAIL with LAVA

Powering mobile solutions to care for what matters most

Retail is a sector that lends itself to mobile applications. From POS systems to digital signage, mobile devices are an integral part of the industry. However, reliability is key. Customers can trust LAVA devices as we design and manufacture all our products in-house. They are also tested at every stage of the production process to ensure they work properly.

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RETAIL APPLICATIONS

LAVA SimulCharge adapters are extremely versatile and can be implemented into a number of retail applications.

Point-of-Sale Systems
Point-of-Sale Systems
A mobile POS system can be an excellent solution for digital payments at a store or other business. It takes up less space than a traditional cash register and can provide a quicker checkout.
Self-Checkout Kiosks
Self-Checkout Kiosks
By letting customers make purchases on their own through a kiosk, it both streamlines checkout times and reduces costs by allowing for less staff.
Payment Rewards Systems
Payment Rewards Systems
A tablet installation near the cash can provide awards for repeated purchases.
Digital Product Catalogues
Digital Product Catalogues
Tablets provide a superior alternative to traditional hard-copy catalogues as they can provide up-to-date information about products, their pricing, availability and location in the store.
Time Attendance Kiosks
Time Attendance Kiosks
Tablets can be used as digital sign-in books at stores for staff and third-party contractors.

THE LAVA TECHNOLOGY ADVANTAGE

Simultaneous <br>Power & Data

Simultaneous
Power & Data

Charge your tablet while accessing USB/Ethernet data with SimulCharge
Battery Protection

Battery Protection

Extend your device's lifespan with our Battery Modulation technology
Network Recovery

Network Recovery

Make your Ethernet connection more relible with Network Recovery
Docking Detect

Docking Detect

Docking Detect provides a reliable connection between the adapter and mobile device
Challenge: Combining mobile payments and customer loyalty in one system

A mobile POS platform company wanted to build an all-in-one system for payments, loyalty and rewards. The goal behind the project was to implement a reliable and affordable mobile solution to help local communities by turning their loyalty programs into a massive database for hyper-targeted marketing.

Solution: Building a tablet-based kiosk with an integrated LAVA adapter

LAVA partnered with the company to build a Lenovo tablet-based kiosk that featured a custom integrated adapter that provided simultaneous charging and access to data. (The adapter is a modified version of what you can now buy as the nLTS-vc3U.) The kiosk could also be integrated with existing POS systems if the business only wanted to use the kiosk for loyalty programs. Designed to work with the Lenovo Tab 4 (TB-8504F) and Lenovo Tab M8 HD (TB-8505F), its USB-A ports were used for both an internal and external card reader. A third USB-A port was left exposed for the customer so they could add their own accessory, such as a receipt printer. The kiosk would be aimed primarily at the food and hospitality industries.

LAVA partnered with the company to build a Lenovo tablet-based kiosk that featured a custom integrated adapter that provided simultaneous charging and access to data. (The adapter is a modified version of what you can now buy [...]

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Challenge: Replacing product catalogues with a digital solution

Canadian Tire was seeking to replace the paper product catalogues that were used in the automotive aisles of their stores. They sought a digital solution as the physical catalogues cost millions of dollars to print. The books also needed to be placed multiple times per year.

Solution: Build a tablet-based digital catalogue kiosk

LAVA partnered with Samsung to build an in-aisle product lookup product device. The mini kiosk featured a Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 (SM-T530) with an integrated SimulChargeTM adapter with Power over Ethernet (PoE), Ethernet and USB integration to support a USB-enabled barcode scanner. The scanner allowed customers scan store products for more information. Because these kiosks were connected to power 24/7, LAVA later upgraded the integrated adapter to its eSTS series, which provides battery protection and Ethernet recovery on top of simultaneous charging and data.

LAVA partnered with Samsung to build an in-aisle product lookup product device. The mini kiosk featured a Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 (SM-T530) with an integrated SimulChargeTM adapter with Power over Ethernet (PoE), Ethernet and USB [...]

Challenge: Keeping track of contractors

A European supermarket chain sought a way to track third parties and contractors working in their stores through biometrics-based digital guestbook. The solution would be implemented in more than 640 of its stores.

Solution: Build a biometric time attendance kiosk

LAVA teamed up with Samsung and imageHOLDERS to build the digital sign-in book. It featured a Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 (SM-T580) as user interface and a sleek enclosure by imageHOLDERS. The integrated eSTS-3U adapter provides simultaneous charging and data, battery protection and three USB-A ports. One of the ports is used for a Hitachi Vein Scanner, which allows for visitor tracking. The scanner eliminates a need for passwords, PINs or RFID tokens, while providing the most accurate, secure, and unique fingerprint-based staff authentication. The eSTS-3U also features battery protection so the kiosks can be connected to power 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

LAVA teamed up with Samsung and imageHOLDERS to build the digital sign-in book. It featured a Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 (SM-T580) as user interface and a sleek enclosure by imageHOLDERS. The integrated eSTS-3U adapter [...]

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Challenge: Streamlining lottery ticket sales

West Lotto was looking for a way to sell its lottery tickets in German retail stores, while not being an obtrusive add-on at the cash.

Solution: Build a tablet-based POS kiosk

Installed in more than 3,000 retail stores in Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, the LAVA-powered POS terminal provides convenience to the user while purchasing the lottery tickets and offers a small footprint as an addition to the store. The kiosk features two Samsung tablets – one a merchant-operated POS terminal, the other customer-facing to show ads, shopping cart entries and lottery win check results. The merchant tablet can be switched to self-service mode to let customers enter their own numbers. The kiosk is powered by a LAVA SimulChargeTM adapter with battery protection for 24/7 use. The adapter also features three USB-A ports for accessories, including a Star printer for receipts and lottery tickets.

Installed in more than 3,000 retail stores in Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, the LAVA-powered POS terminal provides convenience to the user while purchasing the lottery tickets and offers a small footprint as an addition to the store. [...]

THE LAVA STORY

Since 1984, LAVA has designed and manufactured industry leading connectivity solutions for PCs and mobile devices.

Our SimulCharge™ technology was first to provide tablets with simultaneous power and data capabilities. Our Battery Modulation technology was also first to offer battery protection, adding years to the life of your device. We build the most robust adapters for tablet installations, but what we really do is expand the capabilities of your device.

38 Years

38 Years

Expert Support

Expert Support

Quality Tested

Quality Tested

Manufactured in House

Manufactured in House

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OUR PRODUCTS

Check out our lines of SimulCharge adapters that provide more than just powe

e Series

e Series

For 24/7 installations that need robust battery protection and wired Ethernet recovery. (Requires free Android app.)

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u Series

u Series

For plug-and-play installations that require no configuration. Includes battery protection without software.

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n Series

n Series

For permanent installations that just need simultaneous power and data. No frills. No Software.

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o Series

o Series

For installations that require simultaneous power and data as well as the ability to run in OTG mode.

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NEXT STEPS

If you are interested in developing a mobile installation, start a conversation with one of our engineers early on. We’ve been told we’re friendly and resourceful.

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