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ATM Cash Machine Inventor John Shepherd-Barron Dies Aged 84

The inventor of the very first ATM ‘hole-in-the-wall’ cash machine, John Shepherd-Barron, died in an Inverness hospital last Saturday, at the age of 84.

After arriving late to the bank one day in 1965 and finding it closed, Mr. Shepherd-Barron was motivated to try and come up with a convenient solution for withdrawing money at any time. Inspiration was reportedly drawn from snack/chocolate vending machines, and following a chance discussion with the head of Barclays Bank in 1967, the first ATM was born. The machine was located at a branch in Enfield, London.

The first ATMs were slightly different to those we are familiar with now; they operated using special cheques matched against a PIN number, rather than with the plastic cash cards they have since evolved to accept.

John Shepherd-Barron neither patented nor made any money from his invention; however, he was made an OBE in 2005 for his services to banking and recognised with a lifetime achievement award from the ATM Industry Association.

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Tags: atm, cash machine, vending news

Caviar Vending Machines

A number of caviar vending machines are to be installed across the Russian capital city of Moscow. Apparently similar in appearance to a regular drinks vending machine, various sized glass/tin containers of red salmon caviar are available at the touch of a button.

The first vending machine has been already been installed – in the mayor of Moscow’s office – the rest are to be installed in government ministries and high-class offices around the city.

Portions of caviar from the vending machines cost between from £3.50 to around £15 (GBP), depending on size.

Caviar is a traditional Russian favourite; however, there are fears that amidst the recent economical downturn, the public’s reaction may not be very sympathetic towards what might be seen as ill-considered pampering of expensive tastes.

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Tags: caviar vending, Vending Machine News

Air Purification Systems: Breathe Easy with Sterilized Air

If you are familiar with stuffy offices, you are probably aware of the ill effects they can have on health and general well being. Offices are often highlighted as areas with high levels of bacteria – they can be a haven for germs to breed.

There are various ways the spread of bacteria can be reduced in office environments. An obvious help is keeping all floors and surfaces clean. Computers (especially keyboards/mice) and telephones are some of the worst culprits for harboring large amounts of germs, so regular cleaning of these is essential for good office health.

Though, perhaps the most significant risk from bacterial infection arises from shared air – an environmental factor typical to most offices. With numerous people breathing the same air, it is only a matter of time before one person with a cold or slight illness inadvertently spreads it to others. Industrial buildings or places which use products such as strong inks can also circulate harmful substances which are damaging to health.

At Intelligent Vending we offer vending solutions which help purify the air around you.

Our air sterilizers filter and clean the air by using powerful UVc rays to destroy harmful microbes. The result is air which is noticeably fresher, cleaner – and perhaps most importantly – safer.

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Tags: air purifiers, air sterilizers

Vending Machines in Schools

The place of vending machines in schools can be a debate of some controversy. Yet, with strategic thinking and careful planning, vending machines can provide a positive and mutually-beneficial solution between students and schools.

In the USA there has recently been a lot of focus on snack vending machines in schools, following calls from the Obama administration as part of a campaign designed to promote healthier lifestyles amongst the younger population.

However, if stocked with appropriate products, vending machines in schools can sometimes actually encourage healthier eating habits – while also providing revenue for the school.

Aside from the obvious potential advantage of profit, there are other important factors which can be overlooked by schools, when deciding on the suitability of vending machines.

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Tags: school vending machines, snack vending machines

Flavia Drinks – Latte Creamer Discontinued

Flavia / Mars Drinks have announced the immediate discontinuation of the ancillary: Latte Creamer, in favour of the recent addition: Cappuccino/Latte Swirl.

Flavia have said that since the Flavia SB100 drinks machine was delisted in 2009, there has been a significant decline in demand for Latte Creamer, and is therefore no longer economically viable.

Cappuccino/Latte Swirl – the recommended replacement – was launched with the introduction of the Flavia S350 and Flavia Creation 400 drinks machines, to create a more authentic cappuccino experience.

If you would like more information on Flavia coffee machines and Flavia drinks, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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