Doing business with the vending machine model is quite simple and not much time-consuming. However, in order for the machine to always have enough goods to meet the demand of customers, business owners need to schedule the machine restocking and inspection regularly. So what is the reasonable and optimal time to load goods at the vending machine? Let's find out through the article below!
How long does it take to load the vending machine?
Planning to load goods for vending machines
After a period of the machine operation, you will be able to track the purchase behavior, the number of goods consumed, from which you should plan the machine inspection and restocking regularly on a weekly or monthly basis.
In order to prepare for loading, you need to determine what you need to do when you arrive at the machine location, preparing all the necessary items and goods. You should avoid filling goods during peak transaction hours to avoid missing out on a number of potential customers.
If you are operating a large vending machine system, in addition to scheduling refills, you must also have a plan to pick up goods from suppliers, ensure that there is always enough goods and avoid expired products. That will also help you be more proactive in your loading, not depending on the supplier.
If you operate a small number of machines, you can schedule the loading at early morning or after 6pm. Because this is the time when you can easily move and fill goods without taking too much time.
Steps to load goods into vending machines
Check the machine before filling
Before loading the goods, please check your vending machine for any errors, then fix the error and clean the machine. Once the machine is fixed and cleaned, move on to the machine filling step.
Loading goods for the vending machine
Depending on each product you sell, there are ways to load goods properly and quickly:
- Loading for fast food vending machine
In vending machines, light items tend to be placed near the top of the machine, and heavy items are placed at the bottom. Because then, you will not have to lift heavy items up high, and when customers buy, light items will fall down more gently.
- Loading for beverage vending machine
Generally, soft drink bottles usually have a sturdier design, so they are normally placed at the bottom, and plastic and light drinks will be placed at the top.
You will start loading the necessary drinks first and the specials later, put them into the beverage trays and load them onto the trolley.
- Loading for confectionery vending machine
At confectionery vending machines, there will usually be 4-5 columns, even 8-10 columns to display small candy bars. Fill the candy bars in the same direction as each other, straight forward and snugly with the coil.
- Loading for light foods, fruit vending machine
With these items, it is often easy to slip and fall off, making it difficult to buy and sell. Therefore, you need to place the product on the lower right edge of the coil where the product is placed, rather than below the front coil. Additionally, you need to equip a gasket to make the product snugger.
Check the machine after loading the goods
After the machine is fully loaded, check to see if any products will have problems when selling. You need to make sure the machine is locked properly and the key is stored. At the same time, the machine has been cleaned, the product has been placed in the right position and direction to ensure aesthetics. To be sure, you should try to purchase at your machine to make sure it is still working properly.
Additionally, you should check your notes on what you need to do and what items you bring with you to make sure you have completed all the tasks that need to be done. If your machine has a problem that you cannot fix, please quickly report it to a technician for repair as soon as possible.
Hire a vending machine refill service
For easier monthly loading and maintenance, you can hire a full service from a vending machine supplier. This service will include installation, stocking, maintenance, inventory tracking, and even product sourcing.
The company will take care of your vending machine according to the schedule, ensuring your machine is always full of goods. Along with that, all machine breakdowns are handled by highly skilled technicians.
This service will help you save time and better focus on important tasks. You will also reduce the stress and anxiety of ordering, stocking, and storing products.
For advice and to find a fast loading solution, you can contact Dropfoods at the following address:
Address: Unit 401 PVFCCo Tower, 43 Mac Dinh Chi Street, Da Kao Ward, District 1, HCMC. (Monday - Friday: 8:30 am - 5:30 pm)
Phone: (84) 28 6290 6066
Email: contact@dropfoods.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dropfoods