When most people think of eating on college campuses, they picture unappetizing cafeteria food. Although cafeteria food has greatly improved, this is not always an option for a hurried college student. Students may not have time between classes to stop by a cafeteria, and hunger can interfere with concentration and schoolwork. This is where vending machines can help.

Vending machines are both helpful and profitable. By placing a snack or soda machine in an ideal location, such as a college campus, you can help college students curb their hunger as well as make a profit from your sales.

The Benefits of University Vending Machines

Sometimes, hungry college students do not have the time to navigate their way through the cafeteria for a quick snack. Therefore, snack machines are ideal for universities. On-the-go students simply have to dig up their pocket change in return for an easy, tasty snack. Other benefits of university vending machines include:

• Helping students get their “caffeine fix” to perk up for class
• Providing college kids with bottled water to prevent dehydration
• Offering students both sweet and salty treats for a midday pick-me-up

Additionally, specialty devices like laundry vending machines can help college students with laundry, which is often a big step for new students. Others, such as medical aid vending machines, offer bandages and alcohol wipes to prevent infections and the spread of germs.

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College campuses provide an ideal situation for vending machine placement. You can try traditional machines like snack and drink dispensers, but specialty vending machines are also popular. If you have any more questions, please call the gumball vending experts at 1-800-260-0010 today.

Vending machines are already common in schools and businesses. However, another great place for snack and drink machines is sports facilities. Not only can fans grab a bite to eat, but athletes can also buy water, sports drinks, and a quick snack to help keep them hydrated and at the top of their game.

If you are interested in a reliable, recession-proof method of income, you should consider purchasing and stocking vending machines. You can put these in well-trafficked areas like sports complexes, schools, and malls so that you can begin to earn money on your purchase as soon as possible.

Both athletes and fans need fuel to keep them on their feet, and vending machines can help with this. Soda and snack machines offer a good alternative to sporting complexes whose food and beverages are grossly overpriced or even facilities that do not offer food at all. Other advantages of vending machines at sporting facilities include:

• Small, portable snack sizes
• Drinks with secure lids that do not tip over and spill in the stands
• No waiting in long concession lines so fans can return to the game faster
• Both sugary and salty snacks to help energize an athlete and replenish salt lost through sweat

Vending machines are popular with both fans and athletes, and this makes sporting facilities a wonderful place for snack and drink dispensers.

Once you choose a spot for your vending machines, the next step is to find dispensers that appeal to the crowd while offering quality service. For a wide selection of reliable snack and drink machines, you should visit Gumball.com today. For additional questions, call us at 1-800-260-0010.

Looking for a unique gift this Holiday Season? Well, look no further.

For me, there always seems to be that one person on my Holiday List that is hard to buy for but this year I've found the solution. A Gumball Machine!  The great thing is that there is a gumball machine for everyone. No matter who is on your list, young, old, sports fanatics, you name it and there is a gumball machine just for them!

The brand that always seems to be the best seller around the holidays is Carousel Gumball Machines! The Carousel Gumball Machine line is famous and wildly popular for a good reason. The attention to detail, bright colors and wide range of designs make our gumball machines fun for everyone. Carousel products are available in many styles, shapes and sizes. And you can find the complete line at gumball.com. From all of us here at Gumball.com, Happy Holidays!!

One of the most common questions we get asked at gumball.com is, "what type of vending machine should I buy?"

Well, it really comes down to one thing. What type of vending machine do you want to own and operate?

There are so many choices when it comes to vending machines and most are surprised to see the variety on the following list.

What it really comes down to is finding a niche that you enjoy and a vending route that will be the best fit for you. Do a lot of research, read some books and speak to others who have been in the industry for some time. With the right mind set and preparation, your vending business can be a huge success.

Amusement Games:

Arcade Novelties, Basketball

Electronic Darts

Electronics & Monitors

Golf, Jukebox & Music

Kiddie Rides, Pinball

Pool, Slots,

Table Top Skill Games

Video

Beverage/ Snack/ Food Machines:

Hot/Frozen/Refrigerated

Beverages

Coffee/Specialty Coffee Vending

Fruit

Pop/Soda/Juice Vending

Sandwich

Bulk Machines:

Baseball Cards, Candy, Capsules,

Games, Gumball, Lollipop,

Stickers, Tattoos, Trinkets, Toys

Change Machines

Coin Operated Laundry

Counter Top Video

Personal Products:

Condoms, First Aid,

Travel Aids, Cigars Pay

Telephones Phone Card Dispensers/Phone Cards

Photo Booths

Vending Carts

[UPDATE: 02-04-2015: To view similar vending machine products from Seaga - click here]

Seaga produces state of the art and sophisticated vending machines for markets around the world. Many of the most popular vending machines are manufactured by Seaga. The company offers a wide range of vending machine products including hot and cold beverage and snacks merchandise, medical vendor, bill and coin changers, and even a host of custom-built machines. For over twenty years, Seaga has built a solid reputation for manufacturing high quality and durable vending machines. Seaga vending machines are easy to operate, maintain, and offer great value for consumers. This is why why this brand is the most popular not only in US and Europe but around the globe.

Easy Set-up: Seaga is known for their two piece combo vending systems which make it easy for the end user to set-up without the need for a moving dolly or heavy lifting tools. This makes a perfect vending solution for oil change stations, hair salons, barber schools, technical colleges, fitness clubs, apartment complexes, hotels and commercial locations with break rooms.

Long Lasting Durability: Seaga vending machines are known for their long lasting durability. The average Seaga vending machine has a lifespan of at least 12 to 15 years. This means that you can enjoy great value as your vending machine will bring solid profits for decades. If you properly maintain the vending machines and prevent abusive use, it is possible to extend the service of the Seaga vending machine and merchandise. Seaga machines are made from durable steel with rugged construction. The body of the vending machine is specially designed to resist scratches, chipping, and ripping.

The All-Weather Vending Machine for All Kinds of Locations: Because of the durability of Seaga products, you will be able to install them at any location. They are weather resistant and have built-in protection against adverse environmental conditions. There is no need for you to build a protective roof or covering for the Seaga machines. The rugged steel body of the vending machine is enough to protect your products and cash from inclement weather, vandals and thieves. Every Seaga vending machine is also equipped with a state of the art LED lighting system. The lights of the machine are designed to last 10 times longer than conventional lighting. These lights can also serve as an additional security feature for the vending machine.

Low Cost - Low Maintenance Machines: Seaga vending machines will help you enjoy bigger profits. These machines do not require complicated servicing and maintenance, so variable operational costs of your business will be lower. This means higher profit margins for you every day! But most important, the reliability of the Seaga machine when it comes to delivering the products will keep your customers happy and satisfied. You can develop a loyal base of consumers who will prefer to buy from you and your Seaga vending machine.

If you have any questions regarding the Seaga vending machines please give us at call at: 1-800-260-0010 and we will be happy to help you!

Gumball.com sells a lot more than just gumballs and gumball machines.

Over the next few months, I’m going to be highlighting our vending machines and vending products. To start things off I want to highlight the one and only brand of snack, soda and combo vending machines that we decided to sell… Seaga Vending Machines.

Seaga produces state of the art and sophisticated vending machines for markets around the world. Many of the most popular vending machines are manufactured by Seaga. The company offers a wide range of vending machine products including hot and cold beverage and snacks merchandise, medical vendor, bill and coin changers, and even a host of custom-built machines.

For over twenty years, Seaga has built a solid reputation for manufacturing high quality and durable vending machines. Seaga vending machines are easy to operate, maintain, and offer great value for consumers. This is why why this brand is the most popular not only in US and Europe but around the globe.

Stay tuned, next week’s blog will be “The benefits of owning a Seaga Vending Machine.”

Need extra money for the holidays? For a small investment, a vending/gumball machine could be the answer.

Did you know that one case of gumballs can generate $220 in profit?

Here's how...

-Buy one case of gumballs (1080 pieces) = $50

-Sell one case of gum (in your gumball machine) x .25 cents = $270

You can also sell Bouncy Balls, Temporary Tattoos, Toy Capsules and Stickers.

Visit gumball.com or give us a call at 1-800-260-0010. We can answer your questions and help you figure out which vending machine will meet your needs.

Well, it's that time of year again. Have you figured out what you and/or your kids will be dressing up as for Halloween? Personally, I think that a Gumball Machine Halloween Costume would rock! I've been surprised at how many different and clever ideas are out there. If you decide to make your own Gumball Machine costume, please please take a picture and send it our way! You can look at more Gumball Machine costume ideas on our Pinterest Page. Enjoy!

Let's face it, when it comes to Halloween the first thing that most kids think about is the candy! Heck, for most adults the same thing is true. And as parents, we know all that sugar is bad for our kids so we try and help them out by eating most of it. So, this year why not encourage healthy alternatives to candy and check out this list of ideas.

Candy Alternatives:

1. Halloween Bouncy Balls
2. Halloween Stickers
3. Halloween Tattoos
4. Sugar Free Gumballs
5. Vampire Teeth

Just think, not only will you be saving some teeth, you may be saving some waistlines as well. Get your Halloween vending supplies at gumball.com.

I was shocked to find out how easy it is to stop evil spirits from coming in my home and harassing me on Halloween…

Just give them candy.

Heck, the same thing worked on my kids so I should have known. (Please don’t call CPS or send hate mail, my kids are 22 and 18)

Apparently; the costumes on Halloween are to scare the ghouls away and the candy is like a peace offering to keep the spirits from harming us. So, keep this in mind when you turn off your lights and act like “nobody is home.” You know who you are and the spirits know too.

With Halloween right around the corner; now is the time to stock up on your candy supply at gumball.com. I would order some now, just to be safe.