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Chocolate - The seed everyone loves

January 6th, 2009 · No Comments

The seed everyone loves
Whether you consume it or put it on your face the cacao bean seed, which to most people is known as chocolate , makes everyone’s life a little more pleasant.
Chocolate comes from the tropical cacao tree’s cantaloupe-sized bean pods. Actually it’s the slimy seeds inside the pod that manufacturers use [...]

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Gumball Machine delights our daughter

January 5th, 2009 · No Comments

My sister told me about these little bright red gumball banks she ordered for her kids online from candymachines.com . So for Christmas my dad bought one for our 4-year-old daughter.
It came full of white, orange, pink, yellow and green gumballs, and it is the perfect size for her little fingers. Dad gave [...]

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Sales Increase on Sugar Free Treats

December 30th, 2008 · No Comments

The National Confectioners Association (NCA) reports that the sales of sugar free gum and candy increased significantly during 2008. With reports that a large percentage of Americans are over weight or obese, this is a good sign that people are becoming more conscious of the in-between-meal treats they are enjoying.
The NCA report shows that [...]

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How to be the Hero at Christmas!

December 30th, 2008 · No Comments

I have a very large family. I am one of 11 children. Most of my siblings have kids so it can be a bit costly come Christmas time. Every year I have to walk the line of getting something awesome for them and not spending a lot of money for my husband. This year I [...]

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Add a touch of warmth and welcome to your home with a candy and gum wreath!

December 4th, 2008 · No Comments

Gumballs and hard candy can be used to create a sweet wreath for your front door. All you’ll need for this project are gumballs in different sizes, different shapes and colors of hard candy, a coat hanger or wreath form, some ribbon, a hot glue gun and some scissors.
To make a candy wreath, choose individually [...]

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Kick-off 2009 with New Income!

November 26th, 2008 · No Comments

Now is the time to be thinking ahead. The holidays will be behind us in a flash during this busy season and the ball will be dropping before you know it. Now is the time to step back and assess your goals for the coming new year. Are you looking for a new way to make money? [...]

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Holiday Crafts Decorate with Candy and Gumballs!

November 19th, 2008 · No Comments

Decorating with candy can be loads of fun and it’s a great way to bring your family together for a holiday activity.  A few ideas are: Â
Make a hanging candy ornament
Glue a piece of ribbon in a loop to the top of a styrofoam ball with a low temperature glue gun. This will be for hanging [...]

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Holiday and Christmas Decorations with Candy and Gumballs

November 15th, 2008 · No Comments

Calling all candy and gumball lovers! The holidays are fast approaching and why not decorate your holiday house with candy and gumballs? Express your love of candy by creating whimsical home décor out of tasty treats.
For Thanksgiving, add a touch of falling autumn leaf colors with Reese’s Pieces Candy and  [...]

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candymachines.com receives BBB’s A+ rating

November 12th, 2008 · No Comments

There’s one sure way to know that the company you’re doing business with
is honest, reliable and trustworthy. It’s easy to do that by checking out the company with the Better Business Bureau (BBB). Candymachines.com recently received top honors with an A+ rating from the San Diego and Imperial counties area BBB.
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How did the BBB come [...]

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Getting Started In The Vending Machine Business

November 6th, 2008 · No Comments

It is easy to get started in the bulk vending business.  Simply purchase the machine you like and the vending refill product you want to vend. Place your vending machine in a good location with foot traffic and you are in business!Â
When you do business with candymachines.com there is no minimum order required.  You can [...]

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Mars Inc. Goes Transparent with Nutrition Info

October 21st, 2008 · 1 Comment

Mars Inc., the maker of M&M’s, Skittles and other popular candies is moving to become more transparent in their nutritional contents by highlighting nutritional information on their packaging.

Candymachines.com offers a variety of Mars candies - The Way to Sweet Success!

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Halloween Alternatives

October 20th, 2008 · No Comments

With current health-concience and anti-obesity trends making there way through, Halloween comes under fire for it’s blatant disregard for the safety and well-being of our youth. But treats don’t come only in the form of munch-ables. Halloween is the perfect opportunity to do our part in helping kids stay healthy by offering alternatives like bouncy balls, temporary tattoos and stickers.
Bouncy balls [...]

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Brand Keys finds Men Eating More Chocolate

October 20th, 2008 · No Comments

Brand Keys is a leading research consulting firm specializing in changing markets. After a recent survey of men’s ever-changing eating habits, they found a trend toward eating more chocolate. They note a number of reasons including stress reduction, mood lifting and quick energy boost. What the typical man might not know is that chocolate contains antioxidants and boosts [...]

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Fall into October Specials!

October 11th, 2008 · No Comments

Every month, candymachines.com offers their partners various specials. Products are first-come/first-served, so be sure to check back often for money-saving buys and order early for the best selection.
October 2008 specials include something for everyone. Whether you are a route operator looking for that extra-something to rev-up sales with a Fast Track Racer vending machine, an event coordinator [...]

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Expanded Vending Machine Bouncy Ball Selection

September 7th, 2008 · No Comments

Kids enjoy bouncy balls, and it is likely the best customer value in bulk vending. While a vending gumballor handful of  vending machine candy lasts just a few minutes, a ball can last a few years. Back in older times, bouncy balls came in solid colors only, but these days they are available with any [...]

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New Capsule Toys That Sell

September 7th, 2008 · No Comments

Are your 1″ wheel acorn capsule toys getting stale? Here are a few ‘Hits’ to bring your profits back to life. Candymachines.com brings you the newest capsule toys on the market with these popular items.
Bead Blast attractive colorful rings are great for boys and girls, their bright colors attract customers.

Zoomania 2 figures are highly collectable, bolstering sales and [...]

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NFL Football is in Season!

September 7th, 2008 · No Comments

Just in time for football season, NFL stickers and NFL mini-cups for bulk vending are back in stock at candymachines.com.Gear-up during pre-season to score with the right products in your machines this Fall, and as football fever rages, so will your profits!
Candymachines.com recommends having the right product at the right place and the right time to [...]

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Concord Confections in Color!

September 7th, 2008 · No Comments

The Canadian candy manufacturer Concord Confections - the ones who brought us Dubble Bubble bubble gum - have introduced new flavors to their gumball lineup. Rubi Fruitz, Rapple and Hot Chew Cinnimon are now available at candymachines.com, along with the unique Painterz gumballs that are mouth-coloring for a playfully fun experience.
Candymachines.com is happy to offer all [...]

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Albanese Nut and Candy Co. Gets Upgraded

August 29th, 2008 · No Comments

The family-owned candy factory is undergoing an 84,000-square-foot expansion that will include a new chocolate room, nut-roasting room and temperature and heating room for polishing and panning of candy.
And they have plans for their gummi products like an energy gummi and healthy gummi made with fish oil or omega3’s. “Nine gummi bears will be equal to one [...]

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South America Is Sweet On Their Customers

August 29th, 2008 · No Comments

Argentina’s coin shortage has left many businesses short of correct change. Buying a pack of gum can throw you into a standoff with the cashier.
With similar problems, Paraguay has adopted an acceptable solution: if you don’t have correct change, candy is an acceptable currency.
Coin shortage or not, the rest of us should follow their lead and sweeten-up our customers with [...]

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Gummy Bears Are Good… For Your Teeth

August 29th, 2008 · No Comments

Research suggests the sugar substitute xylitol, often found in gummy bears, may help prevent tooth decay by lowering levels of a harmful bacteria found in children’s plaque. So take care of your customers by loading-up on all things gummy at candymachines.com - The Way to Sweet Success.

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Super Bouncy Balls in a Bind?

August 29th, 2008 · No Comments

Are you vending bouncy balls in the Triple Shop machine?  Occasionally there could be a possible dispensing issue, and it comes with a simple solution.  Gumballs weigh a lot less than bouncy balls, so if you vend super bouncy balls there is more weight pressing down on the dispensing wheel.  Just fill the canister about half way or so and each vend [...]

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Fresh Breath Combo

August 23rd, 2008 · No Comments

Many bulk vending routes include adult locations such as bars, nightclubs, coffee shops, restaurants and maybe even tobacco shops or cigar clubs. If you haven’t secured some of these sites, now is the time to expand your horizons because the world-famous Chicle Chews brand has introduced a new Chlorophyll tablet gum and candymachines.com has them. These green-colored [...]

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Official Candymachines.com Blog Finds New Home!

August 14th, 2008 · No Comments

The next generation of candymachines.com has arrived! Continuing to bring the best value to their customers, candymachines.com has co-located the blog within the candymachines.com website, making it even easier to get the latest news in vending and everything candy.
Whether you are a bulk newbie or a vending veteran, visit the new blog, save it in your favorites and check [...]

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Candymachines.com is buySAFE certified

August 13th, 2008 · No Comments

Candymachines.com is not only a member of Better Business Bureau OnLine and GeoTrust server security, but now also offers their partners the guarantee that comes with buySAFE.
What buySAFE does…
Inspect website operations and monitor performance daily to ensure the highest quality, reliability and commitment to delivering on promises.
Purchases made from candymachines.com are bonded up to $25,000, by buySAFE and its partners — Liberty Mutual®, [...]

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