Ecuadorian Innovators Tour Our R&D Center to Amplify Eco-Tech Breakthroughs

The global waste crisis demands urgent, scalable solutions—and Ecuador is no exception. With urbanization accelerating and plastic consumption rising, the Andean nation faces a pivotal moment. Enter TomRobots, a pioneer in AI-driven recycling technology, and Víctor Revelo, an Ecuadorian entrepreneur dedicated to modernizing waste systems. Their partnership, solidified during Revelo’s April 24, 2025 visit to TomRobots’ headquarters, marks a transformative step toward transforming Ecuador’s retail recycling landscape. This blog explores the synergy between TomRobots’ innovation and Revelo’s vision, offering insights into how reverse vending machines are reshaping sustainability efforts in Latin America.
TomRobots: Where Technology Meets Environmental Stewardship
Core Philosophy
At TomRobots, we reject the notion that sustainability must come at the cost of convenience. Our mission is rooted in three pillars:
Democratizing Recycling: Making waste management accessible to businesses of all sizes through the reverse vending machine.
Data-Driven Impact: Leveraging IoT and analytics in the reverse vending machine to quantify environmental benefits.
Cultural Adaptability: Designing reverse vending machine solutions that align with local behaviors and infrastructures.
This philosophy drives our reverse vending machine product development, partnerships, and long-term vision.
The L88 and RVM100 Reverse Vending Machines: Engineered for Ecuador’s Needs
Revelo’s delegation focused on two reverse vending machine models:
L88: Compact, energy-efficient, and ideal for high-traffic retail spaces. Features of this reverse vending machine include:
Multi-Material Sorting: Separates PET, aluminum, and glass with precision in the reverse vending machine.
Dynamic User Interface: Multilingual touchscreen with gamified recycling tutorials on the reverse vending machine.
Solar-Compatible Design: Reduces operational costs in sun-rich Ecuador for the reverse vending machine.
L100: Industrial-grade reverse vending machine system for supermarkets and recycling hubs. Highlights of this reverse vending machine:
Bulk Processing: Handles 300+ containers per hour in the reverse vending machine.
API Integration: Seamlessly connects to existing waste management software via the reverse vending machine.
Carbon Footprint Tracker: Generates reports for ESG compliance through the reverse vending machine.
These reverse vending machine models are not just machines—they’re tools for behavioral change.
Víctor Revelo’s Vision: Modernizing Ecuador’s Retail Waste Systems with Reverse Vending Machines
The Challenge
Ecuador’s retail sector generates over 1.2 million tons of packaging waste annually, yet only 15% is recycled. Small businesses struggle with:
Fragmented collection networks that the reverse vending machine can streamline.
High labor costs for manual sorting, which the reverse vending machine eliminates.
Limited consumer awareness of recycling benefits, which the reverse vending machine addresses through engagement.
Revelo’s startup, EcoRecycle Ecuador, aims to bridge these gaps by deploying reverse vending machines in Quito, Guayaquil, and Cuenca.
Why TomRobots’ Reverse Vending Machines?
During the visit, Revelo shared his rationale for choosing TomRobots’ reverse vending machines:
Cost Efficiency: “The pay-as-you-save model for the reverse vending machine aligns with Ecuadorian SME budgets,” he noted.
Scalability: The L88 reverse vending machine’s modular design allows incremental upgrades as recycling infrastructure grows.
Community Focus: TomRobots’ emphasis on gamification in the reverse vending machine resonates with Ecuador’s collectivist culture.
Collaborative Innovation: Co-Creating Solutions for the Reverse Vending Machine
The partnership extends beyond reverse vending machine hardware deployment. TomRobots and EcoRecycle Ecuador are co-developing localized strategies for the reverse vending machine:
Community Engagement with the Reverse Vending Machine
School Workshops: Educating youth on recycling via interactive reverse vending machine simulations.
Retailer Incentives: Discounts on waste management fees for stores hosting the reverse vending machine.
Revelo emphasized, “This isn’t just about recycling with the reverse vending machine—it’s about rebuilding trust between businesses, consumers, and the environment through the reverse vending machine.”
The Bigger Picture: Smart Recycling in Latin America with Reverse Vending Machines
Ecuador’s success with reverse vending machines could catalyze regional change. Here’s how TomRobots plans to amplify impact with the reverse vending machine:
Addressing Regional Barriers for the Reverse Vending Machine
Language Localization: Spanish and Quechua interfaces on the reverse vending machine for indigenous communities.
Mobile-First Solutions: Offline functionality in the reverse vending machine for areas with limited connectivity.
Partnerships with Local NGOs: Training programs for “Recycling Ambassadors” focused on the reverse vending machine in marginalized neighborhoods.
Policy Advocacy for the Reverse Vending Machine
TomRobots is collaborating with Ecuador’s Ministry of Environment to:
Advocate for tax incentives for reverse vending machine adopters.
Develop national recycling data standards using the reverse vending machine’s metrics.
A Glimpse into the Future: TomRobots’ 2030 Roadmap for Reverse Vending Machines
Post-pilot, TomRobots will focus on enhancing the reverse vending machine:
AI Advancements: Enhancing the reverse vending machine’s material recognition to include biodegradable plastics.
Circular Economy Integration: Partnering with recyclers to turn materials collected by the reverse vending machine into new products.
Global Expansion: Targeting Colombia, Chile, and Peru with the reverse vending machine by 2027.
Revelo’s vision aligns with this roadmap: “By 2030, I see Quito as a model city where reverse vending machines are as common as ATMs—and TomRobots’ reverse vending machine will be the reason.”
Conclusion: Recycling Redefined, Together with the Reverse Vending Machine
The partnership between TomRobots and Víctor Revelo exemplifies how technology and local ingenuity can converge to solve global challenges through the reverse vending machine. As reverse vending machines begin transforming Ecuadorian supermarkets, they carry a message of hope: sustainability is achievable when innovation meets purpose in the reverse vending machine.
To businesses, governments, and changemakers: The time to act is now with the reverse vending machine. Join us in rewriting the narrative of waste—one reverse vending machine, one community, at a time.
Contact Us
Ready to revolutionize your recycling strategy with the reverse vending machine? Email partnerships：sales@tomrobots.com. Let’s build a cleaner, greener future with the reverse vending machine—together.