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  • Vending Machine Fridge Deck Maintenance

    We have a number of customers that rent vending machine from us to use in their own staff rooms.  These customers will stock, service and maintain the vending machine and keep any profits generated by the vending machine.   It’s a popular option and becoming more popular.  It gives companies total control over their vending options.

    One of the most critical components of a vending machine is the refrigeration unit (also known to people in the industry as a fridge deck). Fridge decks in vending machines are similar to any commercial refrigeration unit, in that they require constant and regular maintenance.  A well maintained fridge deck in a vending machine will last for years and in a lot of cases decades.  The fridge decks components are extremely expensive to replace and if one is damaged, stock inside the vending machine could be lost or spoiled.  The ideal maintenance program calls for a weekly thorough cleaning of the fridge deck.  To carry out the weekly clean, you simply access the fridge deck area and thoroughly brush the radiator of the fridge deck and the surrounding areas.  A soft brush is recommended for this task so as not to damage the radiator of the fridge deck.  We have also found that a hand held vac is very handy and can be used to clean all excess dust and particles that may damage the fridge deck.

    Once the deck is clean, check for all the areas of air intake around the deck.  These must also be clear to allow for clear air flow to the fridge deck.  In locations that have carpet, it is essential to carry this maintenance out on a weekly basis because the carpet fibers will get caught in the deck and will lead to failure in a very short time.  Following this schedule will give you many years of hassle free vending.

     

  • Vending Machine Developments

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    The vending machine industry is always looking forward and continually embracing new technologies on offer.  The latest innovation to the humble vending machine is the introduction of touch screens and shopping cart technology.  Most vending machine manufacturers have embraced both these features and we are seeing more models released with the features.  The combination of shopping carts and touch screens means that the user interface for customers is a much more pleasant and simple experience.  A customer can choose as many products as they like in a single transaction and in many cases. receive a discount for a multiple purchase.  The touch screen, combined with better CPUs in new model vending machines has facilitated this innovation.

    Other innovations that are currently in the pipeline for vending machines are complete interactive facings.  Manufacturers are working on replacing the glass facing on the door of the vending machines with a full faced touch screen.  This innovation will not only allow the customer to have an easier interaction with the vending machine when ordering, but to also allow the vending machine operator to display much more information on the machine.  For example nutritional information, or current specials, even public service announcements and advertising.  Newer model vending machines will be giant iPads.

    The new advancements in vending machine technology are being driven vending machine manufacturers in the USA as well as China.  China has recently emerged as a serious player in the vending machine market.  The quality of the manufacturing and reliability of the vending machines is constantly improving and some models of Chinese vending machines are actually superior (and substantially cheaper than the American counterparts.  If you have a serious interest in seeing the developments first hand, I would suggest a trip to both the Chinese and the American trade shows.  Every serious manufacturer will be in attendance and showing their latest model vending machines.

    If you are interested in a vending machine Brisbane for your workplace, simply complete the contact form below or call us on our phone number, one of our friendly team will be waiting to help you with your inquiries.

     

     

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    At Vending Simplicity, we are always on the look out for new developments in vending machine technology.  With our newest range of “media” vending machine, the new generation has finally arrived.  The media vending machine comes standard with a large touch screen as your interface with the vending machine.  The touch screen technology allows for many innovative features to be incorporated in this state of the art vending machine.  Among the great features of the “Media” vending machine are; shopping cart technology, nutritional information, user guiding and prompting for operation, flexible and customisable display options.

    As with all new technology, thorough testing is required.  At Vending Simplicity, we have field tested the new Media vending machines for an extended period of time under varying and extreme conditions.  To this point, we have seen the new vending machine seriously outperform previous generation machines that are available in the field.

    The “media” machines come in three variants that are suitable for different environments.  There is the traditional drink variant, which comes with a robotic arm for guaranteed drink delivery, the snack variant, and the combo model, that combines the best of both elements.

    Pairing your “media” machine with our modern telemetry system makes this an awesome choice for many workplaces.  By incorporating the telemetry, we receive regular and updated data on the stock levels and other key functions of the machines.  This data is then generated into a report which informs us when and how much stock to bring out for your regular machine service.

    We are also working on an option for our customers to have access to log into the data of their machines.  The benefit of this option is that it allows the customer to view the sales history of their machine and ensure that they are receiving the correct rebate.

     

  • Maintaining Vending Machines

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    At Vending Simplicity we not only provide free vending machines for your work place, that are stocked and serviced by us, but we also rent vending machines for your work place.  Many of our clients choose to rent vending machines as it allows them the flexibility to stock whatever product they would like (for example PPE gear) and charge as little or as much as they would like to their own staff.  Some of our clients even have the vending machine as a “free” option for their staff members.

    To get the best out of your rented machine, there are several maintenance procedures that you will be required to follow to ensure that the vending machines stay operational.  The first area that requires regular maintenance is the refrigeration system.  The way that machines are designed, the refrigeration system is easily accessible and simply requires a clean with a soft brush on a fortnightly basis.  Instructions for this are on the rental machines.

    The second area of attention and maintenance are the payment systems (that is; the coin mechanism and the note validator). Every week both of these components should be cleaned with a soft cloth and a little cleaning fluid.  As with the refrigeration unit, access to these components is easily achieved by following the instruction that are in the machine.

    By adhering to these simple to follow instructions, you will be assured of stress free operation of your rental vending machines.  Renting vending machines is a simple option that we can organise for you, simply call one of our friendly team and we will have your new vending machines delivered in no time at all.  We will configure the machine as per your instructions and will provide detailed training and instructions on the operation and maintenance of your machine.