FAQ & Contact
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cost to your location
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Free placement, machines, mentoring, advertising, or a refund request. Tell me what you need and I'll get back to you within 1 business day.
Frequently asked questions
For locations
What does it cost? Nothing. I deliver, install, stock, and take care of it. How fast can I get one? Within 3 business days of saying yes. What do you need from me? A spot near a regular wall outlet. The Essentials Station™ just needs a bit of wall. Where do you serve? Chicago and the Northwest suburbs.
Food, restocking and payment
How often is it restocked? The machine tells me when stock is low. Items are usually back within 24 to 48 hours. Is the food safe? I'm a licensed food safety manager, and the cooler locks itself if it gets too warm. Are you insured? Yes. How do people pay? Card or phone. No cash.
For new operators
Do I need experience? No. Week 1 starts with the real costs and whether vending fits you. What is the class? The Vending Business Launch Program. By The Venders. Taught by Mary A's. 6 weeks, one on one, $995. Do graduates get a deal? Yes. Discounted machines and other exclusive discounts. How fast do machines arrive? Within 3 business days.
For advertisers
Can I advertise on your machines? Yes. I sell ad space to local businesses on the screens of my Grabot smart coolers. How many people will see it? On average, 70 to 150 people a day see each machine, and 20 to 50 of them use it. What size is the ad? 1920 × 540 pixels, a still image or a 7 to 10 second video. Is there a setup fee? Yes, there is a one time setup fee. How do I get started? Pick Advertising on the form and I'll send you the details within 1 business day.
Refunds and requests
I paid but didn't get my item. How do I get a refund? Pick Refund request on the form and tell me which machine, the date and time, and what happened. How do I ask for a product? Scan the QR code on the machine. What if something breaks? Call or text me at 773-746-7044.