In a conversation with us, a successful entrepreneur Konstantin Starkin spoke about the advantages and prospects of the vending business in Russia, and also told about the nuances of the production of vending machines.
Key points of the interview:
- Type of activity: Manufacture of vending machines
- Location: Russia, Moscow
- Business experience: over 10 years.
- The number of machines produced: more than 500 units (data as of January 2015).
- Why they began to engage in production: «…. vending trade in Russia is poorly developed. On the other hand, the production of vending machines is practically undeveloped. , there was no equipment on the market that would meet the necessary criteria "
- Is it worth starting a business in a crisis: “In my opinion, times of crisis are great for those who want to start their own business. Applied to vending trade, this rule is even more relevant .... "
- What determines business success: "The main thing in achieving success is the desire to act, and not look for excuses in inaction, not refer to fictitious difficulties."
Konstantin, how long have you been in this business? How did the history of your company begin?
I have been doing vending for a long time, already more than 10 years. It all started with the installation and maintenance of slot machines. In the beginning, we used imported equipment, which was rather laborious to maintain. Components were ordered from third-party suppliers and arrived in 4-5 months.
When the gambling business was banned, we started looking for a new niche. Undoubtedly, toys are a stable and highly profitable sphere, especially since the vending trade in Russia is underdeveloped. On the other hand, the production of vending machines is practically undeveloped. , there was no equipment on the market that would meet the necessary criteria.
Together with partners, it was decided to develop and organize the production of a new and unique vending machine for our market. That is why the name of our company is New Vending Technologies LLC (the official website of the company is https://www.newvend.ru/).
Why did you decide to switch from trade to the production of commercial equipment?
It cannot be said that the enterprise has completely switched from sales to the creation of devices, since we still have a number of retail outlets (Novosibirsk, Moscow, St. Petersburg).
Why did you decide to become a manufacturer? First, it's interesting to do something new, realizing the usefulness of your own efforts. Secondly, there was knowledge and understanding of what kind of product our market needs.
Honestly, the first glance at your equipment gives the impression that it is imported. Its Russian origin was a discovery for me.
Vending Machine Business - not an easy undertaking in the Russian realities, as well as the creation of any unique product. Now, looking back at the path traveled, you understand how risky it was. But the company coped with it, managing to establish a very clear, streamlined process for the production of equipment. Today we are proud that all products are completely assembled in Russia with the maximum use of local components.
In cooperation with the best domestic designers, a very durable, reliable and adapted to our realities apparatus Mangosteen was created. By the way, we are completely confident in the manufactured product, and since the beginning of 2015 we have increased its warranty service to 3 years.
Do you have a large product line?
Produced in 3 types:
We also produce capsules for toys (ed. Before selling, toys must be packed in capsules), on two production lines - 60 and 100 mm.
How many vending machines have you made? And what is the geography of equipment sales?
More than 500 units of products came off the assembly line. So far, we are cooperating only with Russia and Kazakhstan, but we are striving to develop a sales network for Mangustins in other countries as well. Our products are installed in more than 60 cities, from Moscow, where we began to develop our network, to Khabarovsk, from Sochi to St. Petersburg. The company's products are represented in almost all cities with a population of over one million, as well as in very small and remote settlements.
Do you already have your products in Crimea?
Unfortunately, not yet, but we will be glad to see representatives of the Crimea in our ranks.
Selling toys through a vending machine is understandable to me, but selling jewelry is not entirely. Can buying jewelry be done blindly? From personal experience, I can say that before buying a hairpin, a woman will measure 15 pieces. Or is the device specifically aimed at men: came - bought - presented?
The capsules in which the jewelry is packed are transparent. Customers can clearly see what they are buying, plus videos with the presented decorations are scrolling on the monitor. The price of jewelry in the vending machine is significantly lower than usual, since there are no expenses for sellers or for renting large premises. This, of course, is a tangible plus in the implementation of jewelry.
Do you order toys for sale from China? Have you ever thought about organizing the production of goods in the Russian Federation?
Vending - business for megalopolises (or regional centers) or is it possible in a small town? Does it make sense to put equipment, say, in a city with a population of 100 thousand people?
We have quite successful partners in small towns. Well, in a city with a population of 100,000 inhabitants, you can not only install 1 machine, but develop a network of even 10 retail outlets.
Generally, vending in Russia - quite a delicate occupation when it comes to small towns. On the one hand, in a small settlement (if this is not the north), the incomes of the population are lower, but at the same time the level of competition and rental rates is lower. Prices for toys are also more attractive for buyers than in the formats of trade that are familiar to us.
The main obstacle is the unaccustomed nature of automated trading, the fear that the machine "will eat the money, but will not give up the goods." Therefore, the owner of this kind of equipment in a small town should pay more attention to promotions, show how easy it is to shop here. It is necessary to attract customers, and new customers will be found, thanks to word of mouth.
Recently I spoke with a friend who argued that selling through vending machines is not an activity for Russia, since the domestic consumer is conservative. How right do you think he is?
I agree with your friend. Russians are a conservative people, but vending is actively gaining momentum, and in the next 3-5 years it will become an integral part of our life. Already in large cities, equipment with snacks, coffee machines, newspaper machines are on every corner. Other vending machines will have the same boom soon, but it is very important to gain a foothold in the niche as long as there are great places.
What are the prospects for the vending business in Russia in your opinion against the background of current market realities?
The prospects are amazing. We see how in Moscow tent trade is reduced to a minimum, and it is being replaced by automated sales, so it is logical to assume similar rearrangements in other cities. Vending is convenient, reliable and of high quality. In the very near future, we will see a 10-fold leap in the development of automated trading.
In general, is it worth starting a business in a crisis? Maybe it's better to wait until everything is "settled"?
In my opinion, times of crisis are great for those who want to start their own business. Applied to vending trade, this rule is even more relevant, since now people are thinking about saving, and the prices of goods in vending machines can be significantly lower than market prices (saving on salaries, rent). In addition, the widespread reduction in rental rates is a huge plus.
Even if the buyer of the vending machine decides that such trade is not for him or, say, will change his place of residence, the commercial equipment can always be sold profitably, recouping the investment spent on launching the project.
How difficult is it to be an entrepreneur in Russia?
Our company employs patriots who want to live and develop in their homeland. I believe that now is a great time for the development of small and medium-sized businesses, since there are a huge number of government programs aimed at promoting entrepreneurship. There is an opportunity to receive subsidies, and negotiations are underway to reduce the tax burden.
And the last question: in your opinion, what should be done to achieve success in business?
The main thing in achieving success is the desire to act, and not look for excuses in inaction, not refer to fictitious difficulties. Look for an occupation that interests you. "Only the brave conquer the seas!"
Vending is the sale of various goods or the provision of services through special machines. All over the world, vending machines are quite in demand, but in Russia this profitable business is only gaining momentum. Buying and using vending machines is an excellent additional or main source of income:
- There is no need to pay a salary to the seller or look for a replacement for him during the sick leave.
- There is no need to rent the entire space, as the machine can be placed anywhere. The spacious hall of an entertainment or business center, as well as the territory of a hospital or train station, are suitable.
- The device works in an uninterrupted mode, and repairs do not require large expenses or the help of a narrow-profile specialist.
- The profit significantly exceeds the cost of service.
We offer the most popular options for vending machines, taking into account the basic needs of the population. Among the assortment presented, it remains to choose the most demanded device:
- Plain drinking or carbonated water;
- Hot meals;
- Snacks and ice cream;
- Post-terminals and machines for charging telephones;
- Luggage storage;
- Self-service car washes;
- Coffee machines;
- Sale of souvenirs and piece goods.
Retail sale of consumer goods through vending machines brings good profits, and the range is no longer limited to cool drinks or aromatic coffee. Modern devices make it possible to make a purchase as quickly and conveniently as possible, and the simplicity of organizing a business plays into the hands of even novice entrepreneurs. Opening your own business using vending machines is much easier due to the minimum investment at the start-up stage.
The Magic Rest group of companies was one of the first to enter the Russian market with an innovative product - automatic massage chairs. Today Magic Rest is the number 1 company in the market of vending massage chairs in Russia. In May 2011, Magic Rest signed an exclusive agreement with Irest and now exclusively represents the Irest and Magic Rest massage chairs in Russia. This agreement is the result of the fruitful work of a team of professionals and service center specialists. For many years, Magic Rest has been a leader in the introduction of novelties in the design of massage chairs, and also offers innovative business solutions for its partners. Specialized vending chairs Magic Rest, equipped with a bill acceptor and a coin acceptor, are widely represented in Moscow, St. Petersburg, Volgograd, Samara, Saratov, Irkutsk, Krasnodar, Perm, Khabarovsk, Kazan, Tula, Murmansk, Ulyanovsk, Ryazan. Representative offices were opened in Ukraine, Armenia and the Republic of Belarus. The design and execution of the armchairs meets the highest modern standards, which makes it possible to decorate any interior. A variety of accommodation options are possible (car washes, fitness clubs, airports, hotels, entertainment centers, beauty salons, etc.). A real team of vending professionals, a large office near the metro, a warehouse, a service center and a reliable time-tested name on the market allow Magic Rest partners to do business with massage chairs with the comfort and confidence of reliable and constant support. All presented products have passed medical approbation at the Central Institute of Traumatology and Orthopedics (CITO). Magic Rest is the official supplier of massage chairs for the Office of the President of the Russian Federation. The information sponsor of the company is the Media Group of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Russian Federation. Magic Rest is officially a member of the National Association of Automated Trading (NAAT). We are ready to provide any volume of massage equipment. Examples of placement can be found on the website: http://www.magicrest.ru/commercial The Magic Rest company is constantly developing its network of vending massage chairs, which allows you to thoroughly know all the details of massage equipment and the methodology of this business. All this makes it possible to offer our partners only proven massage equipment. We invite you to profitable cooperation with an experienced team of real professionals in their field!
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When you go to a supermarket, you will surely find at least one vending machine there. Equipment of this type is very convenient - it can be used to sell goods and provide various services without hiring sellers for this. The list of services that modern vending machines can provide is very wide. The production association MADE IN RUSSIA produces and sells various types of vending equipment designed for different needs.
The production association MADE IN RUSSIA produces stainless steel vending equipment. We work on individual orders, you can order devices of any type, shape, size from us. The devices are equipped with anti-vandal cases, which eliminates the risk of their destruction. The likelihood of theft of money from the vending machine is also excluded - all devices are opened only with special keys.
Devices for the automatic sale of goods and services
Ready-made vending machines can be put anywhere - in a store, in an office, at a train station, in a market. Since they are made of the most reliable materials, they are resistant to any external influences and beautiful at the same time.
Vending machines to order
The production association MADE IN RUSSIA manufactures equipment that allows you to sell goods and services automatically, without the participation of the seller. By contacting us, you can place an order for:
- Shop equipment where you can buy coffee, cold drinks, food, snacks or other consumer goods;
- Vending equipment for cleaning shoes, charging mobile phones, washing clothes, and other services of a different nature;
- Terminals where you can pay any type of invoice for private and public companies or top up an account.
The production association MADE IN RUSSIA undertakes the manufacture of vending equipment of any complexity. The devices can be ordered from us wholesale and retail. Thanks to serious production facilities and a good location, we can quickly execute and quickly deliver any number of vending machines to any region of Russia and to the CIS countries. If you have any questions, call our manager, he will hold a free consultation for you.
We would like to draw your attention to the fact that the information on goods posted on this website is not an offer, the availability and cost of equipment must be checked with the company's employees, who will be happy to advise you in choosing equipment and placing an order.
The manufacturer reserves the right to change the appearance, specifications and equipment of the product without notice..
Vending machines have been around for a very long time. The first company using vending machines for vending appeared in Great Britain back in 1887. Today, Japan is considered the leader in the number of machines. There, the share of trade through vending machines exceeds 60%, that is, there are 20 residents of the country for each vending machine. Japan is followed by the United States and European countries, where, according to the latest data, there is 1 machine gun for every 40-100 people.
Considering the pace at which the vending industry is moving forward, it is not surprising that the number of types of goods that appear inside the vending machines is constantly growing. In our TOP, we have collected 90 unusual ideas for vending machines from all over the world. It was decided to exclude, perhaps, only the most common - for example, machines for the sale of coffee and carbonated drinks, snacks, jewelry. So, let's start with the most banal and move towards the craziest!
90. Machine for the sale of ties
If suddenly a Japanese man in a hurry to work or a business meeting has forgotten a tie at home, he will not have to puzzle for a long time where to buy a new one. It is enough to find the nearest "tie machine", and the business reputation is saved. Such machines are indispensable in cases of spilling coffee on a tie.
89. Cotton candy vending machine
Cotton candy can be sold not only by a good-natured pink-cheeked uncle with an ingratiating smile, but also by a vending machine. The process is fully automated: you just need to fill a special container with sugar on time, add water and clean it once a week. If a few ice ago such devices were found only abroad, today they can be purchased in Russia as well.
88. Vending machine for the sale of electronic cigarettes
In connection with the fashion for a healthy lifestyle and the ban on smoking in public places, electronic cigarettes have become in high demand. Looking at this, the entrepreneurs decided to sell them through vending machines. To sell these products, there is no particular need for sellers who also need to pay salaries.
87. Bananomat
Spotted in Tokyo in 2010, this bananomat vending machine was used to buy heels of fresh bananas. The fruits are kept refrigerated inside, which allows them to wait for their client. It is interesting that bananom machines have long been tested on Russian soil. Back in 2008, the fruit company JFC tried out selling bananas through vending machines, which installed several such machines in St. Petersburg schools. To prevent bananas from losing their presentation, they need to be changed to fresh ones every two days.
86. Ice Machine: Ice Vending Machine
Well, who does not like to drink a glass of cold sparkling soda, aromatic juice or a mug of foamy beer in hot summer? Especially for those who want to quickly chill their drink, there are ice makers. As a rule, ice is given out in cubes, and the water for it goes through several degrees of purification in order to meet the hygienic standards of drinking water.
85. Book vending machine
The business is famous, but not as widespread as the vending trade of newspapers and glossy magazines. Well, really, what kind of literature can be sold in vending machines, especially those located at train stations and in the metro? Easy detectives on the road, yes, perhaps, bestsellers. There is not much good fiction in the vending machines, and how to read the annotation to the work is also not entirely clear: you definitely cannot do without a special display with information.
84. Board Game Machine
If the sale of DVDs through vending machines is almost out of demand, then board games are unlikely to ever become outdated. This is also the opinion of Japanese entrepreneurs who decided to trade board games with the help of vending machines. Many well-known games, for example, "Monopoly", can be purchased from the machine.
83. Rice Vending Machine
Rice is the number one product in Japan, and it would be very strange if the Japanese did not trade it through vending machines. This 24/7 vending machine, for example, sells rice immediately in 10 kg bags. Why waste time on trifles when it comes to national love?
82. Vending trade in children's designer
LEGO constructors can also be sold through vending machines. The constructor is quite popular and popular entertainment, besides, the shelf life of such a product is not limited in any way. This proprietary automatic machine, for example, was installed by a famous brand at one of the railway stations in Munich.
81. Automatic machine "All the way"
Called the Berlinomat Design Automat, this German automat is perfect for those who love spontaneous travel. It is located on the territory of train stations and sells accessories, shoes, clothes and other things necessary for long journeys.
80. Vending wine trade
There are wine vending machines in Europe and the USA. Two supermarkets in Pennsylvania were among the first to try this type of vending. The devices were equipped with an alcohol tester - the car will not serve drunk customers. In addition, the client is required to present documents to prove age and look into the security camera so that the security guard can approve or cancel the purchase.
79. Tapkomat
Sometimes you can even buy slippers from the vending machines. For example, the Havainas brand became famous with its "tapkom" in Sydney in 2012. To make it easier for customers to make their choice, a tooltip was drawn on the floor with traces of different sizes. Another "slipper" with beach shoes was created by the American shoe chain Old Navy. The company launched a promotion that allowed anyone to get a sneaker for free for a Twitter post with the address of the device's location. The location of the machines, according to the company's plan, changed every day.
78. Butcher's Machine
One of the pioneers in the vending trade in meat was the hereditary butcher from Spain Mikel Izarzugaza. In his family shop, a vending machine was installed to sell a variety of meats, deli meats, sausages and sandwiches. Products are loaded into the machine as they are sold, which allows them to be always fresh. You can shop in 5 languages, including Basque and Castilian.
77. Automatic machine for spare parts for furniture
Why not sell furniture spare parts with a vending machine? Especially if you are a world famous chain, and your furniture is in almost every home. Everything is quite simple: the same spiral dispensing mechanism, the same appearance, only on the shelves there are various fasteners, screws and other trifles.
76. French fries machine
For many entrepreneurs who follow the novelties in the world of vending, it is no longer a secret that vending machines are actively mastering the preparation of fast food. This fries vending machine opened in Brussels in 2013. The cooking time for potatoes is only one and a half minutes. The buyer is given a 135 gram serving, a sauce of his choice, a bag of salt and a plastic fork. According to the Belgian culinary tradition, potatoes are fried in beef fat.
75. Cupcake Vending Machine
Who told you that only perishable food can be sold in vending machines? This is not necessary at all. The main thing is to equip the machine with unusual products, which will be swept from the shelves before they disappear. For example, in the United States, the confectionery company Sprinkles Cupcakes has decided to sell cupcakes - small cakes made from pastry with cream. To keep the products fresh, you need to monitor the machine every day, that is, there will be no passive business in the case of cupcakes.
74. Vending machine for the sale of bicycle parts
Auto parts vending machines appeared in 2013 in New York Brooklyn. They work around the clock and offer cyclists the most necessary little things. Cyclists do not have to wait in the morning to, for example, purchase a repair kit, bike light, new camera or other items. At the time of the appearance of such machines, the cost of goods varied from $ 5 to $ 30.
73. Bicycle helmet rental machines
Another great idea in this area is the rental of bicycle helmets. Messages about the appearance of the first such units can be found in messages for 2010 and 2013. News heroes are Australian Melbourne and American Boston. In both cases, it was about rental, but Australian customers were also able to buy a helmet permanently.
72. Lampomat
The Savelovsky Machine-Building Plant announced the creation of such a machine a few years ago, and Mosenergosbyt became the project partner, in the building of which the first such machine was installed. To protect the products from damage, the developers had to make an elevator delivery mechanism. At the end of 2015, the opening of vending machines for the sale of LED lamps was also announced in Zelenograd, Moscow Region.
71. Umbrella Vending Machine
In cities like St. Petersburg, you can't do without an umbrella. But if he is suddenly not at hand, then vending machines for their sale will come to the rescue. The first such devices appeared in the Northern capital in 2011. Prior to that, "umbrella machines" had long been known in Japan and Great Britain.
70. Vending machines for forgetful mums and dads
WeGoBabies machines are designed for parents who forgot to take diapers, food, pacifier and other little things for their child. The assortment of the machine includes napkins, drinking cups, rattles, baby food, sunscreen and so on. The company installs its devices in airports, amusement parks, museums and shops.
69. Vending machines for soccer balls
From time to time in different parts of the world there are machines that sell soccer balls. And this is not surprising, because football is considered the number one sport on the planet. An increase in the number of such units is observed on the eve of or during major championships, especially when it comes to the country hosting the world championship or continental championship. Sometimes they are installed for other reasons as well. This machine, for example, was installed in a sports complex in New York, allegedly due to the fact that during field battles, participants often lose their balls, and they constantly need a quick replacement.
68. Sports nutrition machines on demand
SuppNow sports food vending machines are much smarter than regular sports food vending machines. When using them, it is not necessary for a person to understand the numerous names and brands. It is enough to indicate your need, and the machine will suggest the necessary supplements by itself, from supplements from burning fat before training to replenishing energy after exercising. The company installs its devices directly in gyms.
67. Vending machine for the sale of farm salads
This vending machine from the Farmer's Fridge startup has become famous for its environmental friendliness and customer care. The harvest is harvested at 5 o'clock in the morning, and by 10 o'clock the salad and snacks are packed in jars and stand in the window. At 6 pm all prices are automatically reduced by exactly one dollar. The salad jars are made from biodegradable plastic and can be returned to the designated bin.
66. Mashed potato dispenser
This machine from the well-known brand Maggi is capable of dispensing cardboard cups with ready-made mashed potatoes. These units were most popular in Singapore, where they were installed everywhere. The machine instantly mixes boiling water and mashed potato powder. Then all this is poured into a substituted container, thickens and poured abundantly with chicken or meat sauce.
65. Automatic machine for brewing noodles
The Ramen-square was created by University of Chicago student Leonard Kahn to brew noodles. The American got the idea, of course, from the Japanese, but decided to improve it somewhat. The trick of the machine is that students must come with their own noodles, and the machine will prepare it by itself. The device itself is desktop and resembles a kitchen counter, which is ideal for installation in student dormitories.
64. Vending machine for sushi and rolls
Japanese cuisine has conquered Russian gourmets so much that sushi and rolls will soon be not only served in every restaurant and cafe, but also sold through vending machines. Today, any entrepreneur who has an extra 150-200 thousand rubles can buy these. True, so far the "sushimats" themselves are not prepared, but only stored and cooled, so that the sushi chefs can not be fired.
63. Vending machines with comfortable shoes
Isabella Fendt, a student from Munich, came up with the idea of installing machines with comfortable shoes in nightclubs. On herself, she more than once experienced what it means to dance in high heels, and then return home after a disco. This is how the first automatic machines with disposable ballet shoes appeared in Bavaria. The shoes come in different sizes and, of course, color, to be sure to go with an evening outfit. Similar vending machines, called Afterheels, were also installed in the UK.
62. Vending trade in medicines
Cities such as St. Petersburg and Moscow already know what vending machines selling medicines are, but for the rest of Russia this is still a novelty. In the USA, this type of vending has been widespread for a long time. To purchase the necessary drug, you need to give the prescription to the vending machine. Thinking about installing something like this in our country, it will not be superfluous to re-read the legislation several times, which tends to change periodically.
61. Whiskey Vending Machine
Retro minute in our TOP. USA, 1964, bottled whiskey vending machine.
60. First aid machine
This vending machine contains first aid supplies for sunburn, cuts, blisters and bee stings, as well as bandages, rubber gloves, hydrocortisone wipes and gauze compresses. The machine was invented by 14-year-old American schoolboy Taylor Rosenthal while working on a project for the School of Young Entrepreneurs. While playing for his high school baseball team, he noticed that with minor injuries it can be difficult to find a regular band-aid nearby. The teenager refused to sell his idea even for $ 30 million.
59. The Vending Machine Selling Everything
Zoom shop machines and similar units of other names are representatives of automatic kiosks that can be found today in the USA, Europe and Japan. Their assortment is much wider than conventional vending machines, so you can buy anything from ordinary carbonated drinks to tablets.
58. Sake vending machine
Agree, it would be surprising if sake was not sold in Japan for bottling through vending? Sake is an integral part of this country. Just like fig. This machine-bartender is the one who offers traditional Japanese alcohol to those who wish. With steamed beer.
57. An automaton that forces you to do physical exercises
This vending machine is called the Nike FuelBox and it brings healthier lifestyles to people. It was created for the owners of Nike's FuelBand fitness tracker, which allows you to score points and achievements for performing specific exercises. These glasses have become a kind of currency for which you can buy branded clothes in the machine.
56. Bookcrossing machine
An automatic machine invented by the creator of vending bookcrossing Dinah Clarke. Buying a book from a vending machine for $ 2, but after reading it, do not throw it away, but hand it back into the vending machine. The project was conceived as a charitable project: part of the proceeds from the operation of the machine went to the construction of schools in Africa.
55. Bibliomat: a vending machine for old literature
The creator of this machine is Stephen Fowler, the owner of The monkey's paw, a Canadian second-hand bookstore. the receiver, after which the device will give out a book randomly selected from 50 copies.
54. Manicure Machine
Vending machines capable of manicure appeared (guess where?) In Japan. The first apparatus was constructed there back in 2002. Today, the number of such units around the world has increased markedly, but not all customers can entrust nail care to machines. In this area, there is a strong attachment to a person - a reputable master.
53. Pizza mate
Perhaps this will be news to you, but pizza machines appeared already in 2009. The first machine capable of baking pizza with fresh ingredients was developed by Torghele. In front of the client's eyes, the machine mixes flour and water, kneads the dough, adds fillings of choice. Today pizza machines are produced in many countries of the world, including Russia. You can learn more about how to open a pizza business.
52. Dirty water vending machine
By dropping a dollar into the Dirty Water vending machine, choosing one of the flavors (malaria, cholera, typhoid, and so on), a person can get a bottle of contaminated water. Believe it? Of course, this is not true. In this unusual way, UNICEF decided to draw the attention of New Yorkers to the problem of the lack of clean water for children in disadvantaged countries in Africa. The slogan under which the donation machine worked - "Only $ 1 is required to provide a child with clean drinking water for 40 days."
51. Weapon Vending Machine
This machine would probably be among the most original examples of vending, if it also worked for real. The rally is that money can be thrown into the machine, but the machine will not give out the weapon. Thus, the South African Union Gun Control Alliance decided to urge citizens to reduce the number of guns on hand. The machines were installed in malls and college campuses, and all citizens' money went as donations to the union fund.
50. Pornom
In Japan, you can easily find slot machines with porno magazines. In general, as you will see further, scrolling through the material to the end, this is only the lesser of the evils that the Japanese are capable of with regard to intimate vending. In Russia, trade in porno magazines is unlikely to take place. In any case, when one of the entrepreneurs tried to sell porn films in Voronezh through a vending machine, law enforcement agencies immediately reacted.
49. Vending machine making burritos
Burritobox machine made for Mexican food lovers who know how to make burritos. It appeared in California, in Beverly Hills, where it was prepared from the eggs of "free" layers, which had never been sharpened in poultry farms. The cooking time is only 60 seconds.
48. Vending baguette trade
The street vending machine capable of selling hot bread was invented by the French baker Jean-Louis Ash from the city of Moselle. The refrigerator of the device can simultaneously store up to 120 semi-finished products, which are baked in an average of 10 seconds each. For his invention, the Frenchman even received the Grand Prix of the President of France.
47. Meaucomat
The Polish vending machine Miaukomat advertises cat food. But in order to get a free sample, a person needs to meow loudly and plaintively into the speaker, after which the device will give him cat food. Similar machines were displayed in several shopping centers and attracted increased attention from visitors with children.
46. Vending machine for bras and underwear
Appeared in Japan back in 2013 at the Une NaNa Cool brand store in Tokyo's Shibuya shopping district. The operating principle of the machine is quite simple. To buy a bra, customers simply need to enter their size on an electronic display and pay a fee.
45. Graphomat: Vending machine with cans of paint
Graffiti cans are sold through the Graffomat vending machine. Several years ago, such machines began to appear in Europe and America. It is very convenient if you are painting the walls at 3 am and you suddenly run out of all paint. The idea is rather controversial - many consider such devices to encourage bullying. Although, if they were installed near gray and boring industrial zones and abandoned quarters, and not in the city center next to historical buildings, hardly anyone would have strongly objected.
44. Automatic machine with emergency contraception
At the dispenser at the University of Shippensburg in Pennsylvania, students can purchase emergency contraception. In addition to condoms in the car, you can find morning pills after intercourse and pregnancy tests. In general, an automatic machine with condoms today is a fairly common thing and has long received its name - a condom. It is already possible to meet condominiums in large cities of Russia.
43. Fish vending machine for animal feeding
The world's first fish vending machine for animal feeding was installed in 2010 at the Japanese Tobe Zoo. In this way, the administration decided to fight those visitors who ignore requests not to feed animals with junk food and various harmful products.
42. Vending machines for soap on tap
Several vending machines for the sale of soap, rinse aid and liquid powder for filling have been installed in supermarkets in Spain. The local manufacturer has several times reduced its costs for water consumption, production of plastic and cardboard, and buyers were able to dose their purchases and significantly save.
41. A machine that allows you to win a drink for a virtual trick
This Pepsi machine was installed as a promotional campaign for the World Cup and won a bottle of soda for doing virtual stunts. For example, you need to hold a virtual ball on your foot for 30 seconds, going through different tests. The performance of the tricks is monitored by special motion sensors.
40. Toilet paper vending machine
39. Vending machine for baking pancakes
This domestic unit called "Blindozer" is capable of preparing pancakes in the presence of a buyer. Moreover, pancakes are prepared with fillings, which can be loaded into the machine up to 30 different types. The customer's order is completed in just 2.5 minutes. Also, the machine is unique in that it can monitor the expiration date and independently turn off the supply of missing products.
38. Machine with a man inside
This machine is more of a marketing ploy than an idea for a business. So, in order to gain brand loyalty, Nestle once put people in their machines in London. The machines that talk to a person are called the Human Vending Machine. When buying chocolate bars, the "live" machine talks to the client, gives the purchase in person and gives a hint as to which candy is better to choose. In addition, such a machine is extremely polite and will never allow itself not to give back the change.
37. Christmas Machine
Another example from the same series. "Walking" Muji Christmas Machine, which appears every Christmas on the main street of Barcelona. Inside the apparatus is a salesman posing as Santa and offering city residents to buy holiday souvenirs.
36. Vending sale of scooters
Chinese inventor Wang Yixing came up with a way to fit dozens of scooters into a vending machine. Instead of creating a new bulky unit, adapting it to the delivery of scooters, she decided to put her hand to the scooters themselves. Wang Yixing made them foldable. As a result, the buyer receives a flask 50 cm long and 6.5 cm in diameter from the machine. When folded, the scooter can easily fit into a regular backpack, and if necessary, it can be “unfolded” without any problems and used for its intended purpose.
35. Vending aquarium
An automated aquarium from the Sea of Desires company allows you to feed the fish for 100 rubles. You do not need to do this yourself - the aquarium will do everything itself. All you have to do is enter the bill into the bill acceptor. Oh yes, you also need to make a desire. The machine is magic! Well, as an advance payment, the device will immediately give you a souvenir magnet with the symbols of the World Wildlife Fund.
34. Martini Vending Machine
How many martini machines have you met in your lifetime? In this machine, developed by the Russian company EmWi, this alcoholic drink is loaded directly into the bottles, and directly from them is poured into the glass from the tap. The device is equipped with a flow-through cooler and two channels for dispensing different types of alcohol.
33. Fish broth vending machine
When the first such machines from the Nitanda company appeared in Japan, people wishing to make a purchase lined up, and sales from one machine reached up to 200 bottles a day. The fact is that the Katsuo Dashi fish broth is a traditional ingredient in most Japanese dishes. Soups, sauces and main courses are made from it. The most expensive broths you can buy from these vending machines are flying fish broths. The cheapest are kelp.
32. Seed Bomb Vending Machine
In the United States, there are vending machines for the sale of seed bombs - plant seeds formed together with compost and clay into balls. Seed bombs are very popular among greens and hobby gardeners. They are usually thrown into areas devoid of vegetation or to restore lost forest cover. Gardeners love seed bombs for not having to make holes or seedlings for them. In addition, this is a convenient way to annoy your neighbor, without entering private territory, planting weeds in his garden.
31. Machine for the exchange of things
This slot was invented in 2012 by Brooklyn-based designer Lina Fenkito. Unlike most slot machines, Swap-O-Matic allows you not to buy a new item, but to get rid of something you don't need or get a necessary item for free. Simply put, it is an automatic things exchange machine. To use the machine, you need to create your own account and get points that you can both earn by leaving things in the machine and spend by getting them from it.
30. Canned Bread Vending Machine
What-what? Yes, no muffins or even cakes, namely canned bread! The machine, as you might guess, comes from Japan. If desired, the buyer can choose bread stuffed with pieces of chocolate, coffee or fruit.
29. Airports Poster Printing Machine
Once the Dutchmen Thibault Bruna and Olvier Jansen noticed that to meet people at airports, people use homemade posters and banners, often using even sheets. Then they decided to create a special machine for the rapid production of posters. Today such machines are installed in the airports of the Netherlands, Belgium, England and Canada. To create a poster, you need to select or upload a background, set the size, print the text, decorate it and deposit an amount from 10 to 20 euros, depending on the size of the poster.
28. Automatic machine that prints literature on the cash register
In the French Grenoble, in several public places, it was decided to place machines that allow you to print short stories on the cash register. The length of such a cashier's check ranges from 8 to 60 centimeters. The author of the "literary-vending" project was the French publishing house Short Edition, which specializes in short literature in the "three-minute reading" format.
27. Automatic chicken egg vending machine
If in Russia they started talking about machines for trading in chicken eggs quite recently, then in Japan and the USA they have not been surprising anyone for a long time. There, similar devices appeared in the 40s of the 20th century! As you might guess, they are usually cells so that customers can get their eggs out of them on their own.
26. Jinsomat
The German brand Closed decided that buying jeans should be as easy and simple as chips or chocolates. After that, “jeansomats” appeared in Italy, working on the same principle as conventional vending machines. The first such machine opened at the Florence airport and was intended for travelers who did not have time to run into a clothing store before leaving. The main disadvantage of the idea is that you need to know your size exactly, because the machine works without returns.
25. Art Vending Machine
Art-o-mats is a series of old cigarette vending machines that have been adapted to sell small art and souvenirs. In the early 2000s, several dozen of these machines were placed in museums in the United States. All souvenirs were only 3 "by 5" in size and were handcrafted by about 300 artists who participated in the project. It could be anything from photographs to sculptures. 50% of the proceeds went to the author, the rest went to the budget of the company servicing the machines.
24. Vending machine-restaurant
There are vending machines in Amsterdam that offer customers a full range of dishes, comparable to the assortment of a whole restaurant. The menu mainly contains ready-made fast food that only needs to be reheated. The automatic fast food chain is called FEBO, the concept of which is the so-called "wall of cells", united by a single payment system. Such machines have been operating in Holland for over 70 (!) Years.
23. Automatic key making machine
In the United States, automatic machines have long been engaged in the manufacture of duplicate keys. All you need to do is insert the original key for scanning, select the key design and wait for the shape to be cut. The cheapest way is to make a regular duplicate. If you order a "printed" key, painted, for example, in the colors of your favorite team or the national flag, production will cost more.
22. Vending machine for black caviar and delicacies
This is one of the famous machines that was installed in the prestigious Los Angeles area of Beverly Hills. These machines sell dozens of varieties of black caviar, as well as other delicacies such as snails and truffles. All this is suggested to be eaten with mother-of-pearl spoons. The prices in the machine correspond to the pretentiousness of the machine. For example, in 2013, a buyer had to pay $ 500 for an ounce of beluga caviar.
21. Automatic breathalyzer dispensing condoms
A machine called Johny be good was installed for a PR campaign by one of the English dating sites. By blowing into the tube of the breathalyzer, the client can get a free condom. However, for this, the degree of his intoxication must satisfy the conditions for healthy sex. There are 10 such degrees in total, ranging from the "Sober" category to the "End of the Game" category.
20. A machine that sells booklets on Judaism
Vending machines selling religious brochures appeared in Jerusalem in 2009. For a small fee, everyone could receive a piece of Jewish wisdom, such as portions of the Torah and other religious texts. Inside you can also find books and video tutorials on religious topics.
19. Church Candle Vending Machine
Candle vending machines are common in some European countries. They are installed neither more nor less in churches and cemeteries. In particular, similar units are found in the churches of Barcelona and in the cemetery of the Finnish city of Tampere. The idea has a pretty sensible start. Since the church shops are open only during certain hours, it is not possible to buy candles in the evening or at night. On the other hand, the desire of entrepreneurs to increase profits in such places may seem to many to be quite blasphemous.
18. Vending machine for feeding stray animals
This machine gun from Turkey can hardly be called a “soulless machine”. Good deeds can be done with it. Namely - to feed stray animals. Moreover, in order to start the feed dispensing mechanism, a used plastic bottle must be lowered into the vending machine. The company that developed the machine managed to do both a charity event and a profitable business at the same time, because the cost of the collected container exceeds the cost of feed.
17. Vending machine selling syringes to drug addicts
This machine, originally from Berlin, was invented as a method to combat the spread of HIV infection and hypatitis. He sells sterile syringes for drug addicts. If you think that this machine is unique, then you are greatly mistaken. In Europe, no one is surprised at automatic machines that sell sterile needles and syringes. For example, in France there were 250 such machines back in 2003.
16. A vending machine selling crack pipes to addicts
And this machine, too, cannot be blamed for the lack of humanity towards drug addicts. For just a few cents, he allows addicts to purchase a clean crack pipe. It was installed at the Addiction Resource Center in Vancouver and caused a lot of controversy among the Canadian medical community regarding the fact of its existence.
15. Vending toilet
The development of the Russian company "CLEAN TOUCH LTD" allows you to solve such an intimate problem as the cleanliness of contact with the toilet seat. Many people are categorically afraid or hesitant to sit on toilet seats in public places. All sorts of tricks are used, from the stored newspapers as bedding to the adoption of the "pose of an eagle". Instead of this torment, the company proposes to equip the toilet bowls with a system for automatically wrapping the lid with disposable film, as well as a wall sensor that will avoid unnecessary touches. The second part of the device is a payment receiver, which is mounted on the wall.
14. Vending machine for toy breasts
Not all Asian women can boast of large breasts. But what can I say, even a "bad" for many of them is the ultimate dream. So it is not surprising that such unusual machines can be found in Asia. It is not known for certain whether these breasts are used as a safe alternative to implants, or whether it is such a kind of anti-stress toy for men who lack large sizes.
13. Bicycle rental machine
For Russians, this may seem surprising, but the first automatic machine that allows you to rent a bicycle without human intervention was opened in Holland back in 2006. The author of the development called Bikedispenser was a company of the same name from Amsterdam. "Bike dispensers" allow you to rent a bike in 15 seconds and are installed at metro stations, entertainment centers, parks and parking lots. After ordering, the bike automatically "floats" out of the hole in the device.
12. Stress Relief Machine
The Passive Aggressive Anger Release Machine is the name of the apparatus developed by designers Yarisa and Kublitz. This is the only device in our rating that allows you not to receive or exchange something, but to destroy it. For example, if your boss got you, you can put money in a bill acceptor and destroy a vase or a porcelain figurine with delight on your face.
11. Vending machine for sleeping
The development of the Russian company Arch Group has the self-explanatory name SleepBox. These are machines that, for a fee, allow you ... to climb inside and relax! The size of the "Slipbox" is only 3.75 meters. Inside there is a bed, a table for a laptop, a mirror, a TV and several chargers for a laptop. These private spaces are ideal for airports, train stations and hostels. There are both single and double vending machines on sale. Usage time - 15 minutes or more.
10. Vending machine for celebrities
No, with this machine you will not be able to buy yourself Leps or Lady Gaga. Firstly, because the Icon Vending Machine is Japanese and the stars "in it" are exclusively Japanese, and secondly, it does not sell stars. He only sells a short meeting with them. This vending machine is located in one of the Tokyo cafes called Noodol Cafe, and the user only gets the opportunity to be served by the chosen star. You can talk to her, but no more than three minutes. Among the celebrities are Japanese fashion models, participants in reality shows and youth pop groups.
9. Vending machine for trading live worms
Selling live bait through a vending machine is a common thing for entrepreneurs from the USA and Europe. Fishermen do not like this kind of vending. Interestingly, there are experiments in opening machines with bait in Russia, for example, in the Kaliningrad region, where they were among the first to figure out how to trade in worms. The main thing is not to confuse maggots or bloodworms with human food.
8. Vending machine for live rhinoceros beetles
In Japan, sales of rhinoceros beetles through vending machines are well established. Along with hamsters, cats and other animals, these creatures are the favorite pets of local residents. Moreover, in Japan they love to arrange fights of rhinoceros beetles. Males are most prized for their large horns, so they cost about three times as much as females.
7. Vending machine for live crabs
If machines with live worms and rhinoceros beetles can still be imagined somehow, then an apparatus selling live crabs cannot even be dreamed of. But no, it exists. In China, live crabs are chilled and stuffed straight into the spiral mechanism of a soulless machine. The creatures are in a sleepy state and "come to life" under the influence of heat. The Japanese (not without them!) Have their own alternative to such an apparatus - it is allowed to catch arthropods with the help of a mechanical arm.
6. Vending machine for champagne with gold and Swarovski crystals
A luxurious champagne vending machine from one of the largest producers of this drink, the Moet & Chandon brand, was installed several years ago in London on the eve of Christmas. The machine, trimmed with gold and 350 Swarovski crystals, was equipped with a gilded lift to deliver champagne to the window. The drink was dispensed to the customer along with a glass and a sterling silver straw.
5. Vending machine for marijuana
In the United States, where more and more states are legalizing the use of marijuana for medical purposes, you can find vending machines like this one that sells herb. California was one of the first to have such devices, and other states followed. Of course, you can't just get marijuana out of the machine. The developers have provided for identification using fingerprints, and the purchase is possible only with a prescription from a doctor. In addition, when trying to break into each such machine, a police outfit instantly arrives.
4. Vending machine for car sales
In Nashville, USA, the Carvana company decided to completely transfer this process to the Internet to develop the car trade. Customers are invited to pick up new cars through a 5-storey vending machine! The building is fully robotized and works like a conventional coffee machine. Having lowered a special coin into the slot-receiver, the buyer starts the dispensing process using mechanized manipulators.
3. Vending machine for selling luxury cars and renting yachts and mansions
Miami Beach has one of the craziest and most pompous vending machines that can buy everything from yacht travel to luxury mansion rentals, from buying a Bently car to a BMW motorcycle. The maximum limit for one purchase is capped at one million dollars. Of course, instead of all these cool things, the machine issues vouchers, which can then be exchanged for a purchase.
2. Goldomat: a vending machine that sells gold bars
The first "Goldomats" were installed in Frankfurt, Abu Dhabi, Madrid and Bergamo and allowed everyone to purchase gold bars weighing 1.5 and 10 grams. The gold rate is automatically adjusted every ten minutes. Naturally, the "zolotomat" is extremely secure against burglary. The name of this miracle is Gold to Go, which sounds somewhat derogatory in relation to the Coffee-to-Go-style machines and everyone who buys this coffee.
1. A vending machine for used panties for Japanese schoolgirls
It sounds like a joke, but it's true. The first vending machines selling second-hand schoolgirls' wrap-around panties appeared in Japan back in 1993. Childhood and innocence in the Land of the Rising Sun are considered the standard of sexuality, so the demand for teenage sex in Japan is off the charts. It is said that the more linen a schoolgirl uses, the higher the selling price of the item. And after that, how can you tell us to talk about the depraved West and the chaste East?
No matter how hackneyed it may sound, the main trend of modern business is creativity. And the basis of this phenomenon is not the ability to “give out something like that”, but the ability to ask, the ability to ask questions.
