Reverse Vending. Integration. Advisory. Managed Services. — We help UK retailers, property owners and scheme participants prepare for the Deposit Return Scheme with proven technology and the digital services needed to make it work.
UK DRS Is Not Just a Machine Problem
Reverse vending machines are only one part of the solution. Successful DRS deployment depends on getting eight interconnected challenges right simultaneously — from customer experience to compliance readiness.
Customer Experience
Seamless returns that drive adoption and repeat visits.
POS & Voucher Integration
Real-time redemption connected to your retail systems.
Data & Reporting
Accurate scheme-level and store-level reconciliation.
Compliance Readiness
Meeting scheme operator requirements from day one.
We provide the infrastructure layer that connects all these moving parts — so your deployment works commercially and operationally.
What We Do
Our services span the full DRS deployment lifecycle — from hardware through to ongoing managed operations.
Reverse Vending Machines
Deployment of partner RVM technology across supermarkets, convenience stores, shopping centres, universities, transport hubs and public venues.
DRS Integration Services
Connecting RVMs into POS systems, voucher redemption, loyalty platforms, reporting tools and scheme operator interfaces.
Advisory & Consultancy
Readiness assessments, site reviews, business case development and operating model definition — before you commit capital.
Managed Services
Remote monitoring, service coordination, performance reporting and continuous improvement throughout live operation.
Why Work With Us
We are not a hardware reseller. We are an independent infrastructure partner — sitting between retailers, RVM manufacturers, collection partners, software platforms and scheme stakeholders to make the whole system work.
Avoid Poor Decisions
Select the right RVM solution for your estate and avoid costly site or procurement mistakes.
Reduce Integration Risk
We manage supplier complexity and build a scalable operating model around your existing systems.
Improve Return on Investment
A well-designed DRS deployment delivers commercial value — not just regulatory compliance.
Solutions for Retailers
Prepare Your Estate for DRS
We help retailers understand exactly what DRS means across stores, operations and customer experience — then build a practical deployment plan that works commercially and operationally.
We Support
- Store format assessment
- RVM placement strategy
- Customer flow review
- Voucher and refund process design
- Staff impact assessment
- Trial, pilot and rollout planning
The Outcome
A practical DRS deployment plan that fits your retail estate, respects your operating model and delivers a positive customer experience from launch day.
Solutions for Property Owners
Turn Recycling Into Footfall
Shopping centres, retail parks, universities and transport hubs can use reverse vending to support sustainability goals, attract visitors and generate new commercial opportunities.
Location Assessment
We identify the optimal RVM placement to maximise footfall and operational efficiency across your site.
Shared-Service Deployment
Tenant engagement, sponsorship models and shared-service configurations suited to multi-occupier sites.
Public Engagement
Data reporting and public engagement campaigns that make recycling visible and reinforce your sustainability credentials.
Solutions for Scheme Participants
Reduce Complexity and Improve Control
We help organisations that need DRS capability but do not want to manage every technical and operational detail themselves — delivering a controlled, scalable approach to DRS participation.
Supplier Coordination
We manage relationships across RVM manufacturers, collection partners and technology providers on your behalf.
Integration Planning
Data flows, compliance reporting and operational readiness designed around your existing infrastructure.
Service Performance Management
Ongoing oversight of service delivery with clear escalation paths and continuous improvement built in.
Reverse Vending Machine Options
Partner RVM Technology for Every Site Type
We support a range of machine formats depending on site type, volume and operating model — from compact units in neighbourhood convenience stores to high-capacity deployments at busy retail destinations.
Compact Machines
Smaller footprint, designed for convenience stores and limited-space retail environments.
Mid-Capacity
Suited to supermarkets with moderate return volumes and standard back-of-store access.
High-Capacity
Built for busy retail sites with high daily return volumes and extended operating hours.
Voucher & Loyalty Enabled
Voucher, digital receipt and loyalty-enabled configurations supporting varied redemption models.
DRS Integration Layer
Connecting Machines, Retailers and Scheme Data
The biggest DRS risks are usually outside the RVM itself. We design and manage the digital layer needed to connect reverse vending machines into your retail and compliance workflows.
From POS integration and voucher process mapping to exception handling and management dashboards — we cover every integration touchpoint your DRS deployment requires.
Pilot Programmes
Start Small. Learn Fast. Scale Confidently.
A structured pilot dramatically reduces risk before major rollout. We design pilots that generate the evidence base your organisation needs to invest with confidence.
What We Test
- Customer adoption and return volumes
- Store impact and staff workload
- Machine uptime and data quality
- Voucher handling and collection processes
- Commercial assumptions
Pilot Outputs
- Performance report
- Lessons learned
- Rollout recommendations
- Business case refinement
- Operational model
Commercial Models
Flexible Routes to Deployment
We help customers choose the model that best matches their estate, budget and risk profile — from full managed service through to consultancy-only or integration-only support.
Direct Purchase
Lease Model
Pilot Deployment
Managed Service
Consultancy-Only
Integration-Only
Why Now
DRS Readiness Cannot Wait Until Launch
Organisations that prepare early will be significantly better positioned — commercially and operationally — when UK DRS goes live.
Secure the right equipment before demand peaks
RVM supply chains will come under pressure as launch approaches. Early movers secure better choices.
Design better customer journeys from the outset
Rushed deployment creates poor customer experiences and costly rework. Planning time pays dividends.
Negotiate stronger supplier terms
Informed, unhurried procurement produces better commercial outcomes than deadline-driven decisions.
Scale with confidence
A piloted, well-integrated operating model can scale efficiently — without repeating avoidable mistakes across your estate.
About Us
Infrastructure, Integration and Programme Delivery Expertise
We bring deep experience in complex technology programmes, systems integration, regulated environments and operational transformation. Our focus is straightforward: make UK DRS deployment practical, scalable and commercially sensible.
Independent Advice
We are not tied to any single RVM manufacturer or platform. Our recommendations are always in the customer's interest.
Partner Technology
We deploy proven RVM hardware and digital platforms, selected for UK DRS requirements and retail operating conditions.
From Uncertainty to Implementation
We help customers move from "we know we need to act" to a live, performing DRS operation — with confidence at every stage.
Who We Work With
Built for the UK DRS Ecosystem
We work across the full DRS value chain — partnering with every stakeholder type that plays a role in making UK DRS work at scale.
Retailers
Supermarkets, convenience chains and specialist retailers preparing their estates for DRS obligations.
Property Owners
Shopping centres, retail parks, universities and transport operators seeking sustainability and commercial value.
RVM Manufacturers
Hardware partners requiring integration capability, programme delivery and route-to-market support in the UK.
Scheme Participants
Organisations needing DRS compliance capability without managing every operational and technical complexity themselves.
Ready to Prepare for UK DRS?
Whether you need independent advice, a structured pilot, integration support or a complete managed solution — we can help you move from uncertainty to implementation.
Book a Consultation
Discuss your DRS readiness, estate profile and commercial objectives with our team.
Request a Pilot Discussion
Explore how a structured pilot can reduce risk and build your internal business case.
Contact Us
Ask a question, request information or arrange an initial call at a time that suits you.
Get in touch directly at aleks@psysys.co.uk
UK DRS Infrastructure Partner