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Cannabis Vending Machines

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

This Marijuana Dispensing Machine was Installed for 420 2014

— April 14, 2014 — Lifestyle
With 420 2014 only a few days away, Colorado-based company American Green decided to unveil the first ever marijuana vending machine. The 420 friendly dispenser called ‘Zazz Machine’ is located outside Montana’s Smokehouse restaurant in Eagle-Vail, Colorado. The machine will be stocked with products from the cannabis company Herbal Elements in hopes to "eliminate the middle man."

Unlike traditional vending machines, this one is equipped with age-verifiers to ensure that it's dispensing to a legally aged customer. Those wanting to make a purchase must swipe their driver’s license to verify their identity and age. As a safety measure, the machine also installed multiple cameras to ensure the person on the licence matches the potential customer.

Marijuana usage has been legalized in many states, but is this the future for its distribution?
Trend Themes
1. Marijuana Vending Machines - Opportunity for businesses to create and distribute marijuana products through automated vending machines, eliminating the need for human interaction and reducing costs.
2. Age-verified Dispensing - Potential for industries to implement age-verification technology in vending machines to ensure responsible product distribution and comply with legal requirements.
3. Cannabis Distribution Innovation - Disruptive potential for innovative solutions in the cannabis industry to revolutionize distribution methods, such as vending machines, optimizing convenience and accessibility for customers.
Industry Implications
1. Cannabis Industry - Cannabis companies can explore the use of vending machines to expand their distribution channels and reach a wider customer base, while streamlining operations and reducing costs.
2. Vending Machine Industry - Vending machine manufacturers can tap into the growing cannabis market by developing specialized machines and age-verification technology, catering to the unique needs of the industry.
3. Retail and Hospitality Industry - Opportunity for retail and hospitality businesses to collaborate with cannabis companies and host marijuana vending machines, offering a unique customer experience while diversifying their revenue streams.
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