When you think of vending machines, the contents peering at you through the glass are likely to be snacks and soda. Whether you say soft drink, pop, or Coke, carbonated beverages are the heart and soul of drink vending machines. What is cool is that they used to be part
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New Vending Industry Report Shows Growth
A recent “State of the Industry Report” in Automatic Merchandiser magazine reveals that the vending machine industry is enjoying a prosperous period of growth. With new technologies such as cloud computing and target marketing being implemented into machines, vending services everywhere are seeing a bigger customer base than ever. “Technology
Ideal Vending Machines for Kids
It is no secret kids love vending machines. Whether they are at school, a local recreation center, or an arcade, few children can resist the alluring glow of a big metal machine that can grant them any sugary treat they choose. If you own any type of business where young
Combination Snack And Soda Vending Machines
So, you want to put a soda vending machine and a snack vending machine in one place. sounds like a great plan except there might only be enough room for one option. You’ll have to weigh these options. Sodas and waters seem like such a no brainer until you consider
Soda Vending Machines Get Healthier?
Recently the beverage industry under recent pressure from health advocacy groups has gone on the defensive about their apparently sugar filled products that some would like to suggest are making Americans fat. In response they have made concessions, smaller sizes, more natural products like juices and waters, healthier sodas designed
How A Soda Vending Machine Effects Office Productivity
Whether you work a standard nine to five or the graveyard, do physical labor or sit at a desk, the work day is a tiring and strenuous thing. In each day you must get a set amount of work done. You are expected to crank out your best efforts every
Snack Vending Machines Anxiety
I went to the snack vending machines and was confronted with choice. Everywhere I go are choices. I can choose to tie my shoe now or later, tighter or looser, on these shoes or those shoes. Where I lived, what kind of car I drive, what clothes I wear, it
The Curative Effects of Snack Vending Machines
“My head hurts. Do you have any Advil?” “No, sorry. Drink some coffee.” “I can’t. I gave up coffee for the New Year. And why would I drink coffee anyway?” “Because it has caffeine. And caffeine can quash a headache.” “Really?” “Yeah. You should go get a Coke from the
Soda Vending Machine, Cure All
Sometimes I am amazed they do not market Coca-Cola for medicinal purposes. This morning I commuted with what felt like fiery hot coals in my insides complete with acid reflux and complete physical duress. I should not have stayed up so late last night first of all. That last pitcher
Soda Vending Machines: The Coffee Maker’s Best Friend
Some mornings I just need a fully cranked up caffeine explosion. I know it is not the healthiest choice but if I’ve got a few dozen articles to write then you know I’m not only hitting up our office coffee maker for the dark “angry” coffee she dispenses, I am
Vending Machines Are a Godsend for College Students
Let’s face it; vending machines were some of the best perks on campus. My college, being smack in the middle of Manhattan, was just a couple of large buildings with many floors. Vending machines were located in the main hallway of every floor. I gradually learned in my four years
Drink Vending Machines: The Wonder of a Younger Generation
Isn’t it funny when you look back at your childhood and think of the things that kept you entertained? For example, I remember a time period when watching the mechanical arm in a soda vending machine move up and grab my soft drink purchase, then safely bring it down to the
The Many Cancelled Flavors of Mountain Dew
We’ve written on this blog before about some of the items you can no longer find in drink vending machines. From New Coke to Fruitopia, the list of sodas that have been discontinued is long and depressing for the fans of sugary carbonated good-ness. And while one of the most
Life Lessons: Don’t Cheat the Vending Machines
It’s bad enough getting caught doing something illegal, but it’s even worse when you get caught in a particularly compromising position, like, say with both your arms crammed into a drink and snack vending machine, like Homer here: Worse still, since you’re probably not a cartoon, calling for help will
The Conveniences of Vending Machines
Remember that episode of The Office where Jim put all of Dwight’s belongings in the snack vending machine? Well, it got me to thinking, Hey, that’s not a bad idea. Office supply vending machines! It’s a million-dollar idea! Naturally it’s already been thought up. There are vending machines that pop
Veggie Vending Machines
When it comes to who has the crazier snack vending machines, the heat is on. Literally. It’s on the heads of lettuce that Japanese vending machines have been churning out for the past few months. According to TreeHugger.com: “The portable fluorescent garden is on sale for $90,000, with the target
What’s In Your Vending Machine?
If you think wine in drink vending machines is crazy, get a load of what China has started vending. Yep, that’s right: Live crabs. They’re kept alive but sedated at 5°C (41°F) and sell for about $2 a pop. The machines have been installed at various underground rail stations in Nanjing.
New Vending Machines For Sale From U-Select-It
This week on our blog, we’re going to discuss one of the new snack vending machines for sale through U-Select-It: The NEW Alpine Combi 3000. What’s the biggest problem with getting a new snack or soda vending machine (and we literally mean, BIGGEST problem)? Why, getting the vending machine through
Soda Vending Machine: Soda History Trivia
Love your soda vending machine? Here’s some trivia about the origins of some of your favorite soda drinks. Coca Cola – Coca Cola was first sold way back in 1886 at Jacob’s Pharmacy in Atlanta, Georgia. It was marketed as a medicine because at the time, it was thought that
Healthy Options in Snack Vending Machines
Years ago, snack vending machines were filled with nothing but M&Ms, Skittles, Doritos, and Mars Bars. Today, there are healthier options as well, like nuts, granola bars, dried fruit, trail mix, baked chips and crackers, dark chocolate, and even carrots. Let’s take a look at a few of our favorite