10/12/20 Tips – How to use Siri’s new queries in iOS 14 The updates to Siri in iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 extends far beyond its refreshed interface, with users now able to send audio messages and ask more of the iPhone’s virtual assistant. Here’s how to take advantage of Siri’s new functions. The […]
TouchPoint Science develops new Antimicrobial Tape called SaferTape
8/10/20 Shared by Donnie Anderson & Hoffmann Vogler, Lee Chota TouchPoint Science develops new Antimicrobial Tape called SaferTape. What is antimicrobial tape? Antimicrobial tape is an easy to apply product made of a thin adhesive film. The tape is much like packing tape, but with embedded, EPA registered antimicrobials. Optimized antimicrobials are added to protect the […]
Beverage companies contend with aluminum can shortage
7/15/20 From Smart Brief Beverage companies contend with aluminum can shortage Pandemic-related pantry loading has created an aluminum can shortage, resulting in periodic beverage shortages at retail, possibly because canned drinks are easier to store in bulk than bottles. “[B]everage company employees are doing all they can to make sure store shelves remain fully stocked,” […]
FDA warns against 9 brands of hand sanitizer
6/24/20 Thanks Donnie Anderson for bringing this to our attention – FDA warns against 9 brands of hand sanitizer The FDA has issued an advisory against using 9 different hand sanitizers due to the potential presence of methanol, a substance that can be toxic when absorbed through the skin or ingested. The FDA […]
Advocating for Convenience Services in Phase 4
6/4/20 From NAMA – Advocating for Convenience Services in Phase 4 NAMA is closely monitoring Congress as it develops the next stimulus package to aid businesses impacted by COVID-19. Below are several priorities NAMA is advocating to be included in the final bill. Front-line Heroes – the AG CHAIN Act will providing a federal income tax […]
D & S Vending Inc – PPE and PPE Vending Kits
6/4/20 D & S Vending Inc – PPE and PPE Vending Kits Now In Stock For Your Machines! We have created 6 PPE kits that are individually packaged to sell out of your vending machines! The kits are available for immediate shipping and they will have labels on them describing what is inside each package. They […]
YouTube video on a Touchless Micro Market Experience
6/1/20 Shared by Giovanni Francese: YouTube video on a Touchless Micro Market Experience Keep your micro market accounts safe, secure, and healthy with a touchless micro market experience. Parlevel micro market kiosks come with touchless checkout options straight out of the box – no additional hardware required. Touchless checkout at your micro market is available […]
Documents to help operators re-open safely
5/11/20 As state and local governments re-open their economies, NAMA is working to help the industry prepare – with a focus on the health and wellness of both employees and customers. Below are documents to help operators re-open safely. NAMA Re-opening Best Practices Checklist for Vending Machines Operators Checklist for Micro Market Operators […]
U-Select-It introduces PPE merchandiser with contactless payment
5/5/20 U-Select-It introduces PPE merchandiser with contactless payment U-Select-It Inc., a vending equipment manufacturer, has introduced Sani-Center PPE Merchandiser, according to a press release. The Sani-Center PPE Merchandiser is specially designed to provide personal protective equipment, medical supplies, and disinfecting supplies safely and easily to consumers. With social distancing being the new norm, […]
Reducing COVID-19 Exposure Risk with Contactless Payments
4/30/20 Reducing COVID-19 Exposure Risk with Contactless Payments When it comes to the potential spread of COVID-19 through currency, some countries are taking an aggressive approach to reducing the risk of currency spreading COVID-19. China, for example, as been quarantining the country’s cash. The government collected banknotes and then sanitized the stacks of bills. […]