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Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

What is a Vend Miser?

It may sound like an evil character out of Star Wars, but the Vend Miser is actually doing an invaluable service to the planet. Companies keen to keep their energy bills low and who actually want to …

Which Vending Machine is Right for You

So you've made the decision to get into the lucrative and enjoyable vending machine business. Welcome! Now comes the first important step towards making th

Surprising twists to vending machines

Forget soda and chips. These vending machines spit out weed, shoes, keys and on-the-go bike repair parts.

How clever is a vending machine? Very

Now you’d expect us at UKVending to be proud and impressed by our excellent range of vending machines, but have you ever considered just how clever these machines are. Sure, they are handsome and u…

MRO Vending Machines Increase in Popularity

Vending machines are becoming a common sight on the factory floors, only these don't dispense snacks.

The Throw & Grow Vending Machine

Seed bombing might just be the kindest form of graffiti ever created -after all, what could be nicer than throwing a bunch of flower or grass seeds on an otherwise empty plot of land? That's why these seed bomb vending machines, made by Greenaid are so fantastic: Made from a mixture of clay, compost, and seeds, “seedbombs” are becoming an increasingly popular means combating the many forgotten grey spaces we encounter everyday-from sidewalk cracks to vacant lots and parking medians. They can be…

2 a.m. steak craving? There's a meat vending machine for that

It wasn’t long ago that Americans might have scoffed at the idea of a salad vending machine, or a cupcake vending machine (I could still do without the latter). So why not a raw meat vending machine?

Will smart vending machines replace the IT service desk?

Smart vending machines are giving employees instant access to the supplies they need -- when they need it. But will it solve the hardware administrative headaches for IT?

Build an Arduino-Powered Candy Vending Machine

With some simple programming and a few basic parts, you can rig up a candy vending machine that slides sweets toward you at the push of a button.

Soda industry: Vending machines will show calories

As criticism over sugary sodas intensifies, Coke, Pepsi and Dr Pepper are rolling out new vending machines that will put calorie counts right at your fingertips.

Is It the End of Vending Machine Campaigns as We Know It?

We're a huge fan of creative vending machine marketing stunts. This past year we've seen some really creative vending machines used in marketing stunts suc

Vending Machines Bring Books and Learning to 'Book Deserts'

Free kids books that come out of a vending machine? Yes, please!

Cloud helps build smart vending machine of the future

Customers are hungry for convenience coupled with healthy food options, which has increased the demand for the smart vending machine.

The ultimate guide to starting a vending-machine business from scratch

Vending machines have become popular thanks to entrepreneurs on social media who claim to make between six and seven figures in annual sales.

Hungry? Grab a salmon. Constructing customizable vending machines

From portable urinals to cold-brew coffee, two D.C. entrepreneurs are building customizable vending machines and stocking them with unique goods.

40 Things You Don’t Expect To Find In Vending Machines

The person who thought of the vending machine is a genius for 2 simple reasons: you don't need to hire personnel to man a vending machine like you would a...

Really? You Gotta See It For Yourself Weave Vending Machine's! (video)

Really? You Gotta See It For Yourself Weave Vending Machine's! (video)

OMG! Is that vending machine serving me a spinach salad with carrots and croutons?

8 vending machines you didn't know you needed

From holy water in ancient Egypt to burritos and gold bars -- how vending machines have evolved.