WACO has announced an upgraded version of ATLAS, its smart public water-supply solution. The concept verification in Tokyo, Japan, was reportedly completed successfully at 2 stores in Shinjuku.
WACO Corp. has announced an upgraded version of the ATLAS smart public drinking water station, featuring a completely refreshed design. The new appearance is designed to blend into public spaces, positioning ATLAS as a next-generation solution that integrates water purification, hygiene management, environmental considerations and smart management.
As part of a concept verification, ATLAS was installed at 2 supermarkets in Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan. The company said it received high evaluations in a practical operating environment for criteria including design, taste and temperature, and the reliability of its water purification performance. This is said to demonstrate ATLAS's market fit.
The company has outlined plans to accelerate commercialization in the Japanese market. Building on the results of the Tokyo PoC, it intends to move ahead with the full-scale rollout of its business in Japan while seeking to expand adoption opportunities in global markets.