Public health vending machines throughout Chicago – equipped with free Narcan and drug testing strips – in order to help those struggling with opioid addiction.
Smart vending machines with personal care and wellness items (such as sunscreen and feminine hygiene products) set up in high-traffic areas (like Rockefeller Center) by SOS.
DC Health’s vending machines, full of lifesaving tools like naloxone and fentanyl test strips.
Emergency contraception pills placed near The University of Texas at San Antonio by BB&E Vending Company…an effort to help prevent unwanted pregnancies.
The University of California Santa Barbara’s wellness vending machine, which is stocked with sexual health and wellness products.
These are just a few examples of those who have gotten in on the trend of wellness vending machines. Normally, when one pictures a vending machine, they imagine snacks and sodas, but for centuries, these devices have been offering all kinds of goods.
In 1867, there was Simon Denham’s version (the first fully automatic vending machine) that provided stamps. Percival Everitt invented the coin-operated variation in 1883, and these usually contained envelopes, postcards, and paper and were located in railway stations and post offices. A manufacturer of chocolates, Stollwerck, had the idea to dispense its sweet treats in 1893.
Today, there are vending machines/smart vending machines that offer up cosmetics, prizes, marijuana, and even vehicles, as well as full-line vending machines full of everything from fresh fruit and gallons of milk to hot coffee, loaves of bread, and ice cream.
So why can’t YOUR brand have its own vending machine, full of safety gear, personal hygiene tools, safety gifts, and self-care necessities? For instance, you could have a/an…
Tech Gadget Vending Machine in your office or storefront with Bluetooth key finders, headphones/earbuds, fitness tracker watches, and wireless speakers. 
Fashion Vending Machine at your trade show booth with apparel ranging from accessories like caps and socks to clothing items like jackets, T-shirts, and reflective clothes.
Drinkware Vending Machine at an outdoor event with drinkware including coffee mugs, water bottles, and tumblers.
Outdoor Gear Vending Machine at the entrance to your park, camp, or retreat with camping gear, multi-tools, and blankets.
Pool Vending Machine at your spa with towels.
Ear Safety Vending Machine at concerts or on construction sites with earplugs – or even this ear plug dispenser on your desk or in your home.
We encourage you to get in on the vending machine trend and spread safety awareness!