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Crane Vending Machines Are Entertaining

admin — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 18:20:02 +0000

Tractor Time Crane Vending Machine - Click Here To Buy!

While vending machines come in all shapes, sizes and for many different purposes, one of the most popular with children is the crane vending machine. This is often called a toy vending machine or a claw vending machine. The purpose of these machines is to allow someone to put coins in them and then to use a guided claw to try to get one of the toys out of the machine. These are commonly found at movie theatres, arcades, restaurants, and grocery stores. A crane vending machine draws a lot of attention from children who soon become frustrated when they are unable to win a prize the first time. Because of the challenge involved, many customers pay more than once while trying to win a prize.

Action Machines Are a Challenge For All Ages

admin — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:09:59 +0000

Tractor Time Crane Machine - Click Here To Buy!

Once they’ve tried it I’ve found that the Tractor Time Crane machine brings out the kid in everyone. I have one of these machines in an amusement park and another in an arcade and make loads of money.

The roar of the tractor as it rotates gets the adrenalin going in kids and adults, and it’s easy to operate. When they see the prize they want all they do is press the bright green button so the tractor can lower its excavator arm into the pile of prizes. The arm reaches for the prize and swings it over to the chute and then releases it.

I keep changing the prizes for the machine and I get them from the same place that I got all my machines, from candymachines.com , at great prices. I’ve put Plush and Beanie toys, balls, capsules and candy in all my machines and haven’t hit a bad prize yet.

Besides making money the other things I like about the machines are that they are made in the United States and if I need replacement parts they are easy to get. Also the machines are made of solid steel and the control settings are changeable from 50 cents up to $1.00.

Another successful machine for me is the Captain Claw Pirate Crane Machines. Instead of an excavator this machine has a claw that grabs for the treasures, in this case Plush toys. This machine is also made in the U.S. and comes in a melamine cabinet. It has been very successful in bowling alleys and supermarkets.

I really, really like the fact that these machines are built in the USA. If I ever have a problem (which is rare by the way) or a question I can easily call and get immediate help and support. It gives me peace of mind and most important it keeps my down time very minimal, which means more money in my pocket!

Collect MLB Baseball

admin — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 18:45:16 +0000

MLB Major League Baseball Self Vend Baseballs - Click Here To Buy

With the Major League Baseball season coming to a close in just weeks everyone will want to collect memorabilia of their favorite team.

The 2” MLB Major League Baseball Self Vend Baseballs are the perfect choice for young and old alike.

The collection includes not only 30 baseballs but also an additional six limited edition baseballs featuring team colors and logos for the Boston Red Sox, Chicago Cubs, Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Mets, New York Yankees and the St. Louis Cardinals.

Candymachines.com has a good supply of these baseballs, and are offering the new Quick Flip blister display for an additional $6.00.

Candy Crane Claw Machine for the Home

admin — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 16:24:45 +0000

Candy Crane Machine

We’ve all tried our luck at grabbing a favorite candy or toy from the big Candy Crane Claw Machine in the local arcade. Now candymachines.com offers a home size version that will give young and old hours of entertainment and a prize, too!

The Candy Crane Claw Machine mini size is just like the standard arcade game in a size that fits any table or counter in your home. You can fill the bright red trimmed machine with most small candy and toys. It stands 13.5” high and uses either tokens (included) or coins.

The Candy Crane Claw Machine is easy to operate. It comes with three joysticks to make the claw move forward, backward, sideways or up and down just like its big brother. Once your coin or token is in the machine the music starts playing. When you have the claw over the candy or toy you want lower the claw and grab the treat. The Candy Crane Claw delivers the treat through the chute.

If you miss the treat the first time, quickly try again because there’s no time to waste. When the music stops playing so does your chance to win the prize. Then it’s time to play another token or coin and try again.

The Mini Candy Crane Claw Machine from candymachines.com at $39.50 is a perfect Christmas gift for the entire family to enjoy! And for more great holiday gift ideas click on candymachines.com

Crane or claw vending machines

admin — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 20:04:15 +0000

People who have been in the coin-operated vending business for a while or even people who want to start off in a different area than others might want to consider investing in interactive vending machines, such as crane-operated vending machines, also called claw vending machines, since you use a claw to retrieve a prize.
While the initial investment on a crane machine may seem a hefty price at anywhere from $1000 to $3000 and up, your total revenues can multiply in the first week you have one machine in there. Some people report averages of $600 a month, which will more than double your initial investment over the course of a year.

The best way to ensure you’re going to have a successful crane machine is to service it regularly! The moving parts are more likely to break faster than gumball machines simply because they’re used more, and unlike a gumball machine or candy machine, people aren’t guaranteed to win something, so the attractiveness of the machine and fresh prizes are needed to get customers. While you may be used to servicing your current vending machines about once a month, expect to service your crane machine once a week, minimum, if you want it to be attractive and show you care about your machines.

The next way to ensure its success is location. As with any vending machine, location is a huge part of how well the machine will do. What many vending operators do is pick a spot that they already have a successful machine in that could accommodate a crane and either add the crane, or replace the first machine with it, depending on the space and any requests by the owner. Make sure the area is frequented by kids if you’re offering plush toys, and by teenagers/adults if you’re offering jewelry or other grown-up merchandise.
When it comes to the type of toy or prize to offer, remember it’s all about eye-appeal and whether it can draw someone in. You also have to choose between offering licensed plush stuff animals or unlicensed, generic ones. If you use unlicensed toys, you should make sure they’re brightly colored and rich-looking. If they’re licensed, make sure your profit margin won’t suffer too much! Some companies that sell these in bulk will also offer combinations of licensed and generic toys, which can be a good way of experimenting to see what does best in your location.
Are cranes worth it? If you’re talking about is it worth the price you pay? Most people will agree it is. You can’t just plop a machine in and leave it for a month before you see it again though. Cranes aren’t for everyone. Those who want a strictly passive income that they can service once in a while should probably not consider a crane. Those who don’t mind taking extra time for servicing and want the extra cash would probably do well with a crane on the books.

For more information or to get help choosing the perfect crane vending machine, visit Candymachines.com or call us at 800-853-3941 or 760-734-1414.

Toy Vending Machines

admin — Tue, 14 Nov 2006 02:08:26 +0000

Q. I am inquiring about purchasing some toy and candy vending machines and I was wondering if you had a catalog?

A. Our machines complete with descriptions and pricing, are posted on our web site. Just click on the text and it will link you to a page with further details. You will find our line of tasty candy and gumballs as well as toys and capsules to fill the machines. In addition, we offer banks and other colorful candy and gumball dispensers and packaged candy that is for use in home and office and great for resale or gifts. We have a catalog, however, since items constantly change, it is not complete nor as up to date as the website. If after looking through the website you still feel the need for a catalog, just let us know and we will send what we have available in print.�