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  Vending machine - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
A vending machine is a machine that dispenses merchandise when a customer deposits sufficient money into a slot or vent to purchase the desired item (as opposed to a shop, where the presence of personnel is required for every purchase).
Oddly, during the 1950s, life insurance policies were sold through vending machines at airports, but this practice disappeared due to the tendency of American courts to strictly construe such policies against their sellers [1].
Bulk candy machines are entirely mechanical machines that vend a handful of candy, a bouncy ball, or perhaps a capsule with a small toy or jewelry, for one or two coins.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Vending_machine   (2287 words)

  
 Reference.com/Encyclopedia/Vending machine
A vending machine is a machine that dispenses merchandise when a customer deposits money, validated by a currency detector, sufficient to purchase the desired item (as opposed to a shop, where the presence of personnel is required for every purchase).
His machine accepted a coin and then dispensed a fixed amount of "holy water".In the United States, vending machines generally serve the purpose of selling snacks and soda pop, but are also common in busy locations to sell newspapers.
Some places have begun using ticket machines as replacements for parking meters.To encourage usage of ticket machines and reduce the need for human salespersons, machine prices may in some cases be lower than a purchase at a ticket counter.
www.reference.com /browse/wiki/Vending_machine   (776 words)

  
 Vending Machines | Vending Machine
The vending machine can also transmit its sales record to a computer aboard the route truck over a short-range wireless connection (“curbside polling”); or the sales information can be sent to the operator’s main computer over a wide-area network.
Vending machines in Japan, which also offer $100 stuffed elephants, disposable cameras and pantyhose, are a $6.5 billion-a-year business in Japan.
Vending machines have matured rapidly, growing from stale metal boxes that sometimes worked and usually dispensed questionable foods, to veritable billboards with hip, flashy graphics; quality branded goods; and unmatched convenience.
www.vending-machine-source.com /Vending_Machines.htm   (1450 words)

  
 Vending Machine Encyclopedia @ HillCountryArtists.com (Hill Country Artists)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
The idea was exported to the U.S. The idea of adding simple games to these machines as a further incentive to entice people to buy came in 1897 when the Pulver Manufacturing Company added small figures which would move around whenever somebody bought some gum from their machines.
Many machines fail because they are not supplied the proper power or are on the same circuit with other machines.
Many problems come from operators not taking the time to load the machines properly and being in a hurry to collect their money and run, not taking the time to do service to the machine.
www.hillcountryartists.com /encyclopedia/Vending_machine   (1809 words)

  
 Vending machine: Facts and details from Encyclopedia Topic   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
A machine is any mechanical or organic device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of tasks....
A photo booth is a vending machine or modern kiosk which contains an automated, usually coin-operated, camera and film processor....
A claw vending machine is a type of arcade game in the form of a vending machine....
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/v/ve/vending_machine.htm   (1846 words)

  
 Vending Machines - vending machines, vending, vending machine business, vending machine for sale, vending business, ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Vending is now a huge industry, having experienced an average growth of over 10% per year.
A vending machine is a device which automatically dispenses merchandise after a requisite amount of money is inserted into the device.
Americans use vending machines every day to satisfy their needs in a convenient and timely way.
www.aaa-vending.com   (183 words)

  
 vending machine on Encyclopedia.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Many vending machines are capable of making change, and some of the more sophisticated ones accept paper money or credit cards.
High-tech vending: vending machine OEMs begin to resemble their consumer electronics counter parts when it comes to rapid-fire implementation of technology.
A funny thing happened on the way to the vending machine; the one business requirement they never told you about is a sense of humor; industry veterans reveal the funny stories that happened on the job that they will tell their grandchildren.
encyclopedia.infonautics.com /html/v1/vendingm.asp   (368 words)

  
 Vending Machine Mechanics
Machines now dispense complete meals or single servings that can be heated in microwaves or with built-in hot air systems, and chilled, ready to eat sandwiches, fruits, and salads.
When vending machines require major repairs or overhauls, mechanics take them or their parts back to service shops and dismantle, repair, and reassemble the units.
Vending machines are usually heavy and bulky and must be moved with hand trucks (dollies) or other moving devices.
www.calmis.cahwnet.gov /file/occguide/VENDING.HTM   (1166 words)

  
 Vending Locator, Vending Machine Locator, high volume area!!
A vending locator that has been in the vending machine locating business for over 25 years, both as a professional vending locator and as a vending machine route operator.
Our extensive vending experience places us in an excellent position to assist others who are either just entering the vending business or who are wishing to expand an existing vending route.
Many charities, both national and local, have vending outreach programs in which they provide a sticker or other visual means of identifying equipment as part of their fund raising efforts.
www.continentallocating.com   (329 words)

  
 Vending Machines Catalog and Vending Routes   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Below you can navigate to each vending machine category like bulk candy machines and gumball machines, or you can go directly to the specific vending machine of your choice in the respective vending category.
If the machine or concept isn't special in the eyes of the location, you're not going to get in the door of great locations because, if they allow machines, they already have them.
Vending machines are what we do and vending is our business.
www.vending101.com   (1689 words)

  
 Vending machine guide
A vending machine is a kind of device that sells items by itself, without the need of human contact or supervision.
The vending machine stores all the merchandise that it sells, releasing it through a special hole in the lower part of the machine.
Vending machines can also be a placed in an institution as well as in an individual business location.
www.vending-machine-expert.com   (395 words)

  
 Vending Machines - Gumball Machines For Bulk Vending Business
Bulk vending machines available for dispensing a variety of bulk candy, gumballs, toys in capsules, and much more for the success of your vending business.
Vending machine operators looking to start a vending business demand bulk vending, snack and soda vending machines with dependability and profitability on their mind.
Gumball Machine and vending machine operators can also count on a wide selection of commercial quality gumball machines, bulk candy vending machines, soda and snack vending machines, sticker and tattoo vending machines, to start a vending machine business.
www.gumball-machine.com   (191 words)

  
 X-Entertainment - The Vending Machine Prizes Spectacular! 2004 Edition.
While my dedication to the stores' vending machines has waned quite a bit over the years, this project wasn't without a strange appeal: the knowledge that I'd brought enough change with me to effectively buy one of every prize.
The machines aren't capable of disappointing you; you've seen the prizes and you're basically consigned to the fact that an egg full of something ugly is about to roll down the metal intestine.
This type of vending machine seems to be the least frequently refurbished of 'em all, often containing prizes that've either degenerated back into the battery acid with which they were forged, or worse, stayed completely intact and robbed you of the chance to show off a mutated pile of toy jewelry battery acid.
x-entertainment.com /articles/0918   (3116 words)

  
 Vending Machines From Arrow Vending Inc.
If there is a vending machine that you are interested in but do not see on our website please give us a call.
The vending machines that you will find at Arrow Vending are machines that we have determined to be the best machine for the best value in its class.
By dealing in high volume with some of the best vending machine manufacturers in the industry we are able to offer you the highest quality equipment at the guaranteed lowest prices.
www.arrowvending.com   (511 words)

  
 PhotoMann Travel Photgraphy - Images of Japanese Vending Machines
Estimates suggest there are 5.6 million vending machines which works out to be one for every 20 people in Japan.
It is common for the machines to have 'curtains' to shield the contents during the day.
This condom vending machine was conveniently located between the drink and porn machines.
www.photomann.com /japan/machines   (1328 words)

  
 Vending Machines, Vending, Vending Machines for Sale   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Global Vending Group is a large supplier of both new and used vending machines.
Global Vending Group is an experienced vending machine distributor with over 15 years working with the vending industry.
At Global Vending Group, we have hundreds of used vending machines including Coke Machines, Pepsi Machines, Snack Machines and Coffee Machines to name a few.
www.globalvendinggroup.com   (798 words)

  
 Free Vending Machine, Vending Supplies, Soda Machines, and Candy Vending Classif   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Vending Machine Classifieds free classified ads are free photo classifieds to buy, sell, and trade candy vending machines, vending carts, soda pop vending machines, and snack vending machines.
Your free vending industry ad can run for up to 90 days we are one of the few free sites to also allow you to post a photo.
Whether you are a professional vending marketer, part-time vending business owner, home vending collector, vending machine designer, or amateur vending route operator, we make it easy to buy, sell, trade, or just learn more about vending from all over the world.
www.vending-machine-classifieds.com   (284 words)

  
 Vending machines for vending business; candy gumball snack soda combo machines
If it’s a vending machine business opportunity that you are looking for we offer one of the largest selections of vending machines for sale, accessories, parts and bulk vending products, everything you need to get started.
As a vending machine distributor and vending machine supplier our business is conducted both nationally and internationally, offering a full line of products from only the best manufacturers in both the United States and abroad.
We offer a huge selection of bulk vending machines that includes bulk candy machines, classic gumball machines, the kinetic and spiral gumball machine as well as super high bouncy balls and superballs vending machines, sticker machines and a variety of toy vending machines for vending toy capsules.
buyritevending.com   (493 words)

  
 Vending Machine and Vending Machine Locations - Vending Placements
Your vending machine placement will not be complete until you say it is. We require you to approve each location prior to accepting it.
Vending machines that work in factories may not work in health clubs.
Another is that our vending machine placement agreement has a realistic warranty, that protects you, and will be there when you need it.
www.vendingplacement.com   (543 words)

  
 Vending Machines Catalog and Vending Machine Routes
Click on each picture to learn more about bulk candy, gumball machines, soda machines, snack and medical vending machines.
Vending machines which have a great capacity of gumballs, bulk candy, snacks and toys allow you to pick up a large amount of money.
There are many types of vending businesses that produce a healthy return on your money, however some are very labor intensive.
www.101vending.com   (219 words)

  
 Vending Machine Business | Vending Business Information
If you approach the owner as a vending machine business owner strictly interested in expanding your vending route, then it would be proper to offer them a percentage of the sales.
Because bulk vending machines are typically placed in high visibility and high traffic locations where there are people or employees at all times, theft and vandalism is uncommon.
If you are locating your machine in a questionable location, a simple and cost-effective solution would be to wrap a chain around the base of the machine and chain it to a fixture within the store.
www.gumballs.com /vending-machine-business-vending-business.html   (972 words)

  
 MosquitoVending.com - Vending machine business opportunity for sale - Mosquito wipes
The mosquito vending machine distributes insect repellent wipes that provide hours of protection from harmful bugs.
There are no franchise fees or expensive start-up costs; you can purchase as many mosquito vending machines as you want.
Unlike the traditional vending machine industry the mosquito vending machine is extremely easy to find locations for, install, & maintain.
www.mosquitovending.com   (147 words)

  
 Vending Machines, candy machines, bulk vending, vending machines business, from uturn-vending.com
We are dedicated to helping the independent vending machine owner operator gain huge success in this billion dollar industry.
The mission of our company is to offer the very best vending machine equipment.
Our vending business opportunities demonstrate the finest service, prompt delivery and extend our services beyond what is merely expected of us.
www.uturn-vending.com   (185 words)

  
 Vending machine business; snack soda combo, candy and gumball vending machines   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Our vending machines are brand new, carry a full manufacturer's warranty and are shipped directly from the factory to you.
Whether its vending machines for sale or bulk vending supplies for the vending machine business we offer one of the largest selections of brand new, remanufactured and used vending machine equipment anywhere in the continental United States.
So, whether it’s a small vending machine route that you own or a large route; or if you are just starting out in a new business venture, call us for all of your vending machine and bulk vending supply needs.
www.goldmedalvending.com   (599 words)

  
 Vending Machine Resources   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Vending machines… the employee that never sleeps, complains, calls in sick, or asks for a raise.
Well in that same section of your newspaper, there's a good chance you're going to find someone trying to get out of used machines, or a complete route with machines that are already placed and ready to go.
This will get you going with finding vending machines the right way rather then refinancing the home for a few gumball machines, explore our site for more tips on what to do once you get your machines, and other ideas on where to find them!
www.vending-machine-resources.info   (374 words)

  
 Vending Machine | Soda Snack Gumball Machines Opportunity
Snack machines, drink machines, bulk candy machines, combination machines as well as pay phones and prepaid calling card machines are some of the types of machines UVC offers.
All vending machines offered are time tested, come with full warranties and are state-of-the-art.
Based in Houston, Texas, UVC began business in 1991 and is now one of the leaders in the vending industry as a vending consultant.
www.universalvending.com   (148 words)

  
 Vending Machine, Vending machine business, Sticker vending machine
We hold a large directory of vending machine information to get you going if your new to the vending business, and have a large listing of links to wholesalers, distributors, and suppliers if your looking for vending machine business start up information.
Our Goal is to get your vending business going on the right foot from the start for a cost effective and timely manner.
Make vending your next choice of business for retirement, a second income, a part time job.
www.vendfinder.com   (448 words)

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