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A Comprehensive Guide to Vending Machine Upkeep

A Comprehensive Guide to Vending Machine Cleaning & Upkeep

Owning a vending machine is a profitable business. In fact, the global vending machine market is projected to reach $37.2 billion by 2032. However, without proper cleaning, these profit-generating machines can grind to a halt, and sales will decline. Therefore, properly cleaning your vending machine is important to keeping customers happy and the machine running smoothly and profitably.

This blog dives into the benefits of a clean vending machine and shares helpful DIY videos that will help keep your vending machine clean, efficient, and profitable. 

Why Vending Machine Upkeep?

It’s plain simple. A clean vending machine isn’t just about aesthetics. It’s a strategic investment that pays off in multiple ways. Here’s why:

Positive Impression: First impressions matter. A well-maintained vending machine creates a welcoming atmosphere and reflects positively on the business, conveying a message of caring about the customer experience.

Retention and Sales: A clean vending machine with a clear product display creates a smoother and more enjoyable customer experience, resulting in retention and more sales. 

Reduced Costs: Keeping your vending machine clean helps prevent jams, spills, and other issues, such as blockages and malfunctions, which lead to costly repairs and downtime. Regular cleaning ensures a healthy vending machine, improves machine longevity and function, reduces downtime, and ensures customers consistently get the desired products.

Healthy Vending Machine, Healthy Outcomes: A dirty vending machine can become a breeding ground for harmful bacteria and viruses. Routine sanitation is essential to ensure the safety of consumers.

Your Ultimate Vending Machine Cleaning Guide

Vendnet’s DIY Cleaning Section is the ultimate resource for keeping your vending machines clean and working at their best. This guide provides step-by-step instructions and tips for handling everything from sticky buttons to cleaning your machine thoroughly. Here’s an overview of our DIY section for cleaning:

Clean Air Intake Grill

This video highlights the significance of regularly cleaning the air intake grill under your vending machine to maintain peak efficiency and longevity.

Cleaning & Disinfecting Your Vending Machine

This video demonstrates easy and safe techniques for thoroughly cleaning your vending machines without causing any damage.

Coffee Machine Cleaning

This video shows a step-by-step process for cleaning the coffee machine, which includes flushing the canisters and brewers, wiping the cup area, cleaning the dip tray, etc. 

Bill Acceptor Cleaning

This video guides you on how to clean your vending machine’s bill acceptor to help prevent jams. 

Card Reader Cleaning

This video demonstrates and shows the simple process of cleaning a card reader. 

Air Filter Replacement 

This video shares and walks you through the steps of replacing your air filter to ensure machine cleanliness. 

It’s Time to Shine

A clean vending machine is a profitable vending machine. By keeping your vending machine clean with the help of Vendnet’s DIY videos, you can ensure your vending machine remains clean, efficient, and profitable. Have questions about vending? Our specialists are here to help answer all of your vending questions. Get in touch with us today!