Brand Vending Products teams with Concord Confections, Tootsie Brands on hygienic dispensing capsules

June 5, 2020

Brand Vending Products LLC, a provider to the toy and vending industry for over 24 years, is teaming with Concord Confections and Tootsie Brands in North…

Navigating COVID-19: Pandemic continues to challenge convenience services

COVID-19 continues to dominate news in the convenience services industry. This week, Vending Times took a look at how a fast casual restaurant chain…

AAMA warns states against excessive amusement machine restrictions

June 4, 2020

The American Amusement Machine Association has urged its members to provide state lawmakers a copy of its Statement of Compliance to assist states in reopening…

National Fleet Products introduces portable, vehicle mounted hand washing stations

June 4, 2020

National Fleet Products, a source for aftermarket accessories for commercial vehicles, announced the introduction of its new portable and vehicle-mounted…

Avery Dennison introduces hand scanner for foodworker sanitation

June 4, 2020

The PathSpot hand scanner by Avery Dennison offers a data collection device that uses visible light fluorescence spectroscopy to instantly detect invisible…

Andamiro introduces personal player shields to protect gamers

June 4, 2020

Andamiro Co. has developed machine-specific partitions for some of its games with two player stations, according to a press release. These personal player…

COVID-19 boosts Smucker's fiscal Q4, warns on future sales

June 4, 2020

The J.M. Smucker Co., maker of Folgers coffee, Jif peanut butter and Milk-Bone dog treats, reported higher earnings in the fiscal fourth quarter ended April…

Senate approves bill to ease restrictions on emergency small business loans

June 4, 2020

The U.S. Senate passed a bill Wednesday to ease restrictions on emergency small business loans to prevent mass layoffs during the coronavirus pandemic, sending…

Flexibility Act en route to president: Restaurant industry breathes sigh of relief

June 4, 2020

Better loan terms, loosened FTE rehire requirements and a longer coverage period are just some of the benefits of the PPP Flexibility Act passed by the Senate…

'Smart fridge' vending helps build fast casual restaurant brand, offers a convenient alternative

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

After testing a "smart fridge" last year, Coolgreens established a division that includes a marketing staff and service organization. The alternative service…

Snack index: snacking remains important, but COVID-19 changes buying habits

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

The majority of Americans are trying new snacks during the pandemic, with variety and convenience helping in how they make their snack choices, according to…

PepsiCo names Wern-Yuen Tan CEO of Asia, Australia and New Zealand

June 3, 2020

Wern-Yuen Tan PepsiCo, Inc. has named Wern-Yuen Tan CEO of Asia Pacific, Australia, New Zealand and China, overseeing all of PepsiCo's operations in…

Almark Foods names CEO

June 3, 2020

Rick Anderson Almark Foods, a manufacturer of hard-boiled eggs for retail and foodservice, has named Rick Anderson as the new chief executive officer.

Campbell Soup beats on fiscal Q3 EPS, raises estimates amid strong COVID-19 demand

June 3, 2020

Campbell Soup Co. reported a better than expected performance during the fiscal third quarter, as COVID-19 drove strong demand for its food staples, including…

Butcher shop uses vending machine to sell meat 24/7

June 3, 2020

McCann's Local Meats, a butcher shop in Rochester, New York, has installed a vending machine to dispense raw and cooked meat as a way for customers to buy meat…

Aramark opens ‘pop-up’ grocery stores at health care facilities

June 3, 2020

Aramark is opening on-site "pop-up" grocery stores at health care facilities across the country to serve as a one-stop shop for doctors, nurses and hospital…

NAMA clarifies New York law on reopening essential services

June 3, 2020

A New York state law for reopening non-essential businesses only applies to offices, auto dealers and commercial building management, according to Wes Fisher…

Gary Walker retires from TEEG New Zealand

June 3, 2020

 Gary Walker Gary Walker has announced his retirement from The Education and Entertainment Group's New Zealand business, according to a press release.

Berna of California Canteen grabs supervisory management certificate

June 3, 2020

William Berna William Berna, a route supervisor and customer service manager of Canteen of Coastal California, has been selected as the winner of a…

Innovative Concepts in Entertainment upgrades website

June 3, 2020

Innovative Concepts in Entertainment, INC has launched its  newly designed website at icegame.com, according to a press release.