For many businesses, a vending machine is just something that’s dropped into the works canteen to keep the staff happy and maybe bring in a few more pennies. Meanwhile, leisure centres and other similar facilities probably barely give a second thought as to how the vending machines they provide for their customers blend in with…
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Think of vending machines and most of us are likely to bring to mind the large examples often found in staff canteens, leisure centres, train stations and the like. Machines designed for use by multiple people and comprising rows and rows of crisps, chocolate, fizzy drinks and other tempting treats. But vending machines don’t have…
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We’ve had to adapt to different ways of doing things while dealing with the coronavirus pandemic. From working at home and social distancing to wearing masks and sanitising or washing our hands every five minutes, it’s been a difficult two years that has seen many of our favourite activities postponed and cancelled to keep ourselves,…
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In the modern world, there are many ways to meet the love of your life: swiping right on Tinder (other dating sites and apps are available); going naked on a national television programme; hanging around your local supermarket on a singles night; or trying speed dating and meeting more inappropriate suitors than you thought would…
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You can buy any number of things from vending machines these days. Quite apart from the usual snacks, drinks and cigarettes, around the world you might also come across: A vending machine in China selling live crabs kept in a state of hibernation at a regulated temperature A vending machine in Japan selling lettuce freshly…
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Like any piece of electronic machinery, vending machines need to be regularly cleaned and serviced if they are to continue functioning well. Whether the purpose of your machine is to keep fresh food cold or to provide hot meals or drinks, the potential for vital parts getting clogged with dust, dirt and general grime is…
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Even if the worst of the COVID pandemic is now behind us, all the evidence and research seems to be suggesting that we’re nevertheless going to have to live with it as we go forward. In the same way that flu continues to circulate despite widespread vaccination, so it will be with COVID. And the…
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What comes to mind when you think of a vending machine? For many, it’s chocolate or fizzy drinks; these were staples of many a childhood, many a school and many a leisure centre – in some cases, they still are. However, the vending industry has changed considerably since the days when Mars Bars were only…
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The staff room or variation thereof is a crucial part of any workplace, giving your employees time to relax, unwind and take their mind off work for 30 minutes to an hour. No matter the type of job, it’s important that we’re afforded the time to switch off – whether that’s by scrolling through social…
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We’ve all been there. Lunch is over, but the clock doesn’t seem to be moving as the afternoon limps by at a snail’s pace. We need a snack to keep us energised and focused for the final few hours of the day. A vending machine is a great way to do exactly that. As well…
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