Snack Vending Machines Key Terms

Learn snack vending machines terminology to determine which features you want

Snack vending machines are an excellent way to improve employees' work performance. Hungry employees cannot work to their full potential, but if they are able to get a snack whenever they need one, they'll be able to work more comfortably. If you're thinking about adding a snack vending machine to your office, you should learn some of the terminology that's associated with the industry. Knowing whether you're looking for an all-in-one machine or a cold and frozen food machine will help you when working with vending service companies.

 

All-in-one machine

An all-in-one machine serves both snacks and drinks. This is a great solution for companies that don't have much space for a vending machine. They only need to have the space for one machine.
Try: 1-800-Vending shows examples of all-in-one machines.

Snack vending machine leasing

Some companies prefer to get a snack vending machine lease than to buy it outright. With a lease, you make smaller monthly payments. Depending on the terms of the lease, you may be able to buy the machine at the end of the lease.
Try: Vendors Equipment explains the terms of their snack vending machine leases.

Full service vending

A full service vending company will provide you with everything you need to get started. They will give you the vending machine and stock it with snacks. They will then periodically come by to replace snacks as needed. This is ideal for a company that wants snack vending machines without a lot of hassle.
Try: Vending Solutions describes full service vending. Take a look at the list of services they provide to get a better idea of full service vending.

Cashless vending machine

Cashless vending machines are vending machines that have a credit card processor attached. Rather than inserting change, or trying to get that crumpled up dollar to go into the reader, employees can simply use their credit card to make purchases. This usually results in higher profits.
Try: Vencoa Vending Machines discusses the success of cashless vending machines.

Cold and frozen food machines

Cold and frozen food machines don't offer the traditional snack foods. Rather, it offers cold foods, such as sandwiches, yogurt and fruits, as well as frozen meals that an employee can microwave. Alternatively, some frozen machines are designed for ice cream treats.
Try: See examples of cold and frozen food machines at Southern Equipment Sales.

12-Selection

A 12-selection machine is a machine that has twelve selections for employees to choose from. Likewise, a 24-selection machine would have 24 options.
Try: View machines with a wide variety of selection options at Vending.com.

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