Building Blocks Of Vending Machines

Usually, there are four major kinds of raw materials that are used to create good quality vending machines such as those provided by Planet Antares Corporation. These include:

• Galvanized steel
• Lexan or other plastic
• Acrylic powder coatings
• Polyurethane insulation

In reality, the equipment is manufactured from galvanized steel ranging from 10 guages to 22 guages in thickness. The outside cabinets, external doors and internal tank are made with thicker gauges. These areas require internal guages for internal door and plates, can stacks and mechanisms such as coin validators and product trays.

On the other hand, the front panels are made with the help of a tough polycarbonate plastic called Lexan. When it comes to thickness, sheets of Lexan in the vending machine can range from 0.13 in to 0.25 in. Considering performance, laxen sheets provide good durability. It is very difficult to break, flame retadant, easy to shape and can be treated to restrict UV rays, light and heat transmission.

Silk screening of product logos, names and illustrations is done on lexan sheets. By reducing energy and replacement costs, you can save a lot of money and hence, improve the life of your Planet Antares vending machines.

Acrylic powder coating is used to paint the surface of the vending machines. It offers the best overall exterior durability and can be formulated into products with excellent chemical, detergent and stain resistance. Hardness and scratch resistance for your Planet Antares vending machines are the other benefits that you will enjoy. It also gives a smooth and high gloss finish for your machine.

For the interiors, Polyurethane foam is used for insulation of the Planet Antares vending machines. It creates a seamless, waterproof, durable covering layer. It also adds structural stability to both the cabinet and the tank of the machine.