January 5, 2024

Vending Machines 101

Experience matters in vending machines, so we’re proud to say our team has years of combined experience. With this expertise, we can confidently assist customers with one machine or thousands, providing a range of services from credit card implementation to technical support, price points and merchandising, and unattended options for Family Entertainment Centers.

Changing Technology

One of the challenges of vending is staying up to date with the latest technology, particularly in payment methods. That’s why we can help you determine which credit card works best for your machine, ensuring a seamless experience for our customers. Additionally, we can provide technical support to troubleshoot any issues so you can rest assured that your machines are always up and running.

But it’s not just about the technical side of vending. Merchandising and pricing are critical components; our team can help you optimize both to maximize your profits. We can also offer unattended options for FECs, allowing customers to purchase items without an on-site attendant.

Many businesses worry about labor shortages. We can help you solve this problem by ensuring that your machines are always stocked and never “call out sick”. By earning more, your machines won’t disappear, and inventory control systems can help you stay on top of your stock levels.

If you’re just getting started in vending, we recommend starting with two machines: one for beverages and one for snacks. We can help you set these up to maximize your earnings, and we offer an eight-week program to get you up and running quickly.

We also offer wellness options for your machines, helping you determine what works best for your business. The team can help you navigate the various types of equipment available and determine which one is best suited for your location. Whether you’re looking to set up machines in an office building, hospital, or school, we have the expertise to help you succeed.

Invest in Two Vending Machines to Start

Most vending machine buyers typically purchase one for beverages and another for snacks. While many machines offer enough space for both, specialty vending machines can be paired together for maximum dispensing and earning potential.

We offer a guide to the different vending machines for your business, but here are the basics of the two primary machines you should have.  

Soft Drink Vending Machines

Drink machines have evolved over the years to offer a wide range of beverages. New technologies also provide suggestive selling, digital advertising, and touchless purchasing. Offer a variety of beverages, including water, energy drinks, coffee, soda, and more. 

Snack Vending Machines

Snacks, whether sugary treats, chips, or healthy options, are great for grab-and-go locations. Snack machines are moneymakers that let you and your staff focus on other aspects of the customer experience. 

Though a drink-and-snack machine is a great start, remember that what’s in the machine is up to your creativity and marketing aspirations. Would you like to offer branded or designer socks at your bowling alley? Go ahead. Driving gloves at your go-kart location? Sure. It’s up to you. 

With all the various payment options available, please note that machines can accept Cash, Credit Cards, NFC-capable tap-and-go, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and more. Additionally, some vending units offer custom skins for branding or additional signage. For example, would you like to confirm that the beverage machine dispenses water? Why not let us customize it with a Water sign across the top? Want to extend your brand presence throughout a facility? We can put your logo on the units with any messaging you need. 

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