24/7 Automated Library material Lending and Pickup Kiosks
Always On: Extend library services around the clock—no need for staffed hours. Place kiosks anywhere with power and internet: outside libraries, in malls, transport hubs, hospitals and community centres.
What is Smart LendIT?
Open access vs. D-Tech All Hours Access Lending Kiosk
Expanding Library Access – Two Smart Solutions, One Goal
| Feature/Function | Open Access | D-Tech All Hours Access Lending Kiosk |
|---|---|---|
| Access Model | Extends physical access to entire library building | Standalone kiosk allows access to materials without building entry. Safe and secure |
| Hours of Operation | 24/7 or extended hours via automated building access | 24/7 via kiosk, installed in accessible indoor/outdoor locations |
| Staff Dependency | Requires staff to manage setup and safety protocols | Minimal staff involvement; supports unattended operation |
| Installation Requirements | Access control systems, CCTV, lighting, alarms | Power source, network connection, indoor/outdoor location |
| Space Required | Full building or designated Open+ zone | Small footprint – fits in foyers, campuses, transport hubs |
| Use Cases | Ideal for full building access with minimal staff | Ideal for lower cost solution to keep services running our of hours |
| Services Offered | Use of all library resources (PCs, seating, etc.) | Checkout, returns, holds pickup (materials only) |
| User Experience | Restricted access | Fast, convenient, materials-focused experience – Hotspot and Laptop checkout service |
| Security & Monitoring | Requires surveillance, alarms, and managed access with security. | Built-in monitoring and alerts; no entry control needed |
| Cost Considerations | Higher (building-wide systems, upgrades) | Lower (kiosk unit and basic infrastructure only) can be relocated if needed |
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24/7 Lending Capability
24/7 Library Access – No Building Access Required
Looking for a flexible alternative to an unstaffed library? Our All Hours Access Lending Kiosk delivers secure, safe, contactless access to library materials anytime, anywhere — without needing full building entry.
Easy to Use
Easy-to-use touch screen menu provides search options of materials, accessed using library, user or system ID card.
Ergonomic Design
lendIT book vending machine is ergonomically designed with particular care to make it easy for librarians to load items and retrieve returns.
Increased Functionality
lendIT includes check out and return functions, including reservations as standard. And Includes easy add-ons such as payments for fines and fees.
Flexible Modular System
lendIT is available in a variety of sizes to meet each module’s unique lending requirements – choose between modules capable of vending 200, 400, 600, 800 to 1000 items
Eco Friendly
lendIT comes with a low carbon footprint thanks to eco-conscious design & manufacture
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Are you ready to extend your lending capability and share your library with a wider audience?
D-Tech's Library book vending machine - How does it work?
The lendIT’s incorporated software uses flowcontrol and can display titles, images and captions. Users can also search for item by Title, Author or Subject, once an item is selected lendIT locates the item and delivers it to the user via the access door.
Improve Contact Reducing Capabilities
To help libraries deliver contactless lending, D-Tech’s lendIT kiosks can now be set to hold items for 72 hours between being placed in the secure locker and becoming available to borrowers, to reduce any potential contamination.