Modular vending machine with a dispensing detection device

Details Modular vending machine with a dispensing detection device Modular vending machine with a dispensing detection device

1997-06-27

1999-07-27

Terrell, William E.

Article dispensing

With recorder, register, indicator, signal or exhibitor

221191, 221194, G07F 1110

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059275391

ABSTRACT:
A modular vending machine for dispensing a variety of different sized products with at least one array received within a cabinet, wherein the array is made up of a plurality of storage chambers with a dispensing mechanism disposed at the bottom of each chamber. The cabinet can receive any number of arrays which in turn can receive any number of storage chambers. The modular vending machine further includes a sensing device received within a receiving trough for confirming that a product has actually been dispensed. The dispensing mechanism includes a solenoid actuated plunger wherein the plunger controls the movement of a toggle member which is movable between a blocking position and a dispensing position so that only a single product is dispensed. The vending machine may also provide a two-point locking mechanism for positively securing a door to the cabinet of the vending machine while allowing maximum utilization of the space within the cabinet.

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