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Sprecher Brewing acquires Juvee energy drink from 100 Thieves
Jan 23, 2024 · Sprecher Brewing Co., a manufacturer of craft sodas and beers, has expanded into the energy drink category with the purchase of Juvee from global gaming and lifestyle brand 100 Thieves, according to a press release. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. 100 Thieves CEO Matthew "Nadeshot" Haag and co-founder Sam Keene launched Juvee in 2022.
University of Michigan installs health vending machines
Mar 25, 2024 · There are now five health and wellness vending machines operating on three campuses at the University of Michigan. The machines offer students and staff a range of items, from Naloxone nasal spray to COVID-19 tests to emergency contraception products, according to a Michigan Daily report.The vending machines are operated by University Health Services and a campus group called Wolverine ...
How Farmer’s Fridge reaps success in challenging times
Nov 1, 2023 · Menu prices range from $4 to $9.99, and shelf life is five to eight days with a target food waste is 3% to 4%. In addition to its vending business, the company has expanded its presence at retail. Vending Times recently caught up with company founder and CEO Luke Saunders to discuss the company's growth and future plans.
US Foods to acquire IWC Food Service in Tennessee
Feb. 16, 2024. US Foods Holding Corp. has agreed to acquire IWC Food Service, a broadline distributor located in Cookeville, Tennessee, for an undisclosed sum, according to a press release. The transaction is part of the company's tuck-in acquisition strategy and will allow US Foods to further expand its reach into the central Tennessee region ...
Hot food vending makes big strides; challenges continue
Jan 10, 2024 · The panelists agreed that universities can play an important role in improving consumer acceptance of vend food. "We have the right consumer segment," said panelist Mike Alkurdi, resident district manager at Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services, referencing Gen Z. Chartwells manages the dining at Nova Southeastern University and Alkurdi confirmed Crocquet's observation that the hot food ...
Sodexo to acquire Accent Food Services | Vending Times
Jan. 10, 2022. Sodexo S.A., the Paris, France based food services and facilities management company, has agreed to buy Frontline Food Services, doing business as Accent Food Services, based in Pflugerville, Texas, for an undisclosed sum, according to a press release. The closing of the acquisition is subject to customary regulatory processes ...
How to select the best office coffee or coffee vending machine
Oct 31, 2022 · Opting for machines with quicker serve times and soluble coffee can reduce queues and make sure your customers have access to quality coffee quickly. In office environments, you will have more flexibility to pick between a large range of countertop and floor standing machines, and the focus is more likely to be on the quality of a drink than ...
Crane Merchandising Systems merges with Crane Payment …
Logo provided. June 24, 2020. Crane Merchandising Systems, a Crane Co. company and global provider of solutions for cold drink, snack, food and premium hot beverages, has merged with Crane Payment Innovations, a provider of banknote and coin validation, cashless payment, cash processing and asset management software, according to a press release.
Fresh food vending’s time is here; pioneers explore why
Dec 16, 2020 · Self-Service Innovation Summit Fresh food vending’s time is here; pioneers explore why. Technology and changing consumer needs are creating an opportunity for fresh food vending, an area long shunned by traditional vending operators due to cost and complexity compared to other vend products.