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Cornelius launches a fully automated drive-thru beverage dispenser called ACSD, capable of reducing service times for national QSR brands by over 30 seconds. The system automates the entire beverage build sequence, resulting in faster service and improved accuracy.
Cornelius launched ACSD (Automatic Crew-Serve Dispenser), a fully automated beverage system designed for quick-service restaurant (QSR) drive-thru and counter operations. Designed to streamline workflows, ACSD automates the entire beverage build sequence — from order receipt through cup drop, ice dispense, beverage pour and staging — resulting in faster service, improved accuracy and reduced crew workload. Built for national and regional brands, ACSD reduces time per serve by up to 34 seconds.
Built-in visual order identification reduces confusion and rework. The system supports up to 16 syrups from a single nozzle and offers automatic, semi-automatic and manual modes for operational flexibility.
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This story was originally published by Emily Boes in CStore Decisions on June 22, 2026. Burnaze summarizes and links to the original reporting.
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