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Three Key Benefits of Implementing a Vending Machine in Your Office

We’ve all been there: It’s 11 a.m. and your stomach is rumbling, but you have a deadline looming and no time to step out for a snack. You’re starting to lose focus, your energy is low, and the afternoon ahead feels impossible. From fighting fatigue to fostering focus, a vending machine can be a quiet hero in your office. With Vending.com’s Customizable American-made Vending Solutions, it’s easier than ever to bring smart snacking and convenience

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Meet Your Smartest Hire Yet: The Smart Chill Cooler

Imagine an employee who never calls in sick, works 24/7, improves customer satisfaction, and consistently drives revenue. This is a reality, and it’s the Smart Chill Cooler, a next-generation AI vending machine designed for the demands of modern businesses. This innovative, AI-powered grab-and-go machine uses computer vision and machine learning to instantly recognize products, track items selected, and process payments. With no complicated checkout, no codes to enter, and no waiting, it transforms everyday transactions

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Why School Vending Still Matters: Safe, Healthy & Convenient Choices

When you think about having vending machines in schools, sugary sodas and candy bars may be your first thought, but that’s an outdated picture. Today, vending machines play a vital role in the school environment, providing a healthier, safer, and more convenient way for students to access nutritious snacks. In this blog, we will explore why incorporating healthy vending machines can help you achieve your school’s health goals, keep students on campus, and even save

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Boost Sales with Smart Vending Coolers

Every minute a customer spends waiting in a long line or searching for a product that’s out of stock chips away at their satisfaction and your sales. These minor frustrations add up, costing businesses both time and money. That’s why forward-thinking businesses are turning to AI-powered grab-and-go technology. At the center of this shift is the Smart Chill Cooler, a next-gen smart cooler vending machine designed to give businesses an edge with a seamless, AI-powered

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Why Every Laundromat Needs a Vending Machine (And How It Pays Off)

Imagine your laundromat customers. They already spend at least an hour waiting for their clothes to wash and dry. So, why not turn that wait time into an opportunity for both them and your business? The U.S. laundromat industry generated over $6.8 billion in revenue in 2024 (source: IBISWorld), yet many laundromat owners overlook a straightforward yet powerful way to increase profits and enhance the customer experience: Laundromat Vending Machines. Transform long wait times into

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Smart Chill Coolers: Your Next Profit Center

Did you know that you can turn your everyday cold storage into a powerful revenue-generating asset? Vending.com’s Smart Chill Coolers are designed efficiently to drive sales and cut unnecessary costs. Ready to see how? Keep reading.

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Top Beginner Mistakes to Avoid in the Vending Business blog

Top Beginner Mistakes to Avoid in the Vending Business

Starting a vending business offers great potential for passive income, but many beginners stumble early on. From poor location choices to neglecting machine upkeep, small mistakes can lead to big losses. In this blog, we’ll highlight the most common beginner pitfalls—and how to avoid them—for a smoother, more profitable start.  

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A New Chapter in Learning: Book Vending Machines

Books are passports to imagination, discovery, and a life full of learning. That’s perhaps why schools and communities nationwide embrace an exciting innovation: book vending machines. These colorful, interactive kiosks are now integral to elementary schools, libraries, and youth centers, transforming how students access books.

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Benefits of Buying U.S.-Made Vending Machines vs. Chinese

Facing Tariff Hikes? Protect Your Profits with USA-Made Vending Machines

Recent tariff increases on imported vending machines—like the 145% hike on Chinese-made models—are causing major disruptions for operators across the U.S. From inflated prices to shipping delays, foreign-made machines now carry more risk than reward. Fortunately, there’s a smarter way forward: investing in American-made vending machines. In this blog, we’ll break down how buying domestic can protect your profits, ensure faster delivery, and provide long-term value for your vending business.

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