Raw Materials used for Vending Machines

Vending machines such as those provided by Antares Corporation are constructed using four major raw materials: galvanized steel, lexan or other plastic, acrylic powder coatings, and polyurethane insulation.

The larger part of the machine is manufactured from galvanized steel ranging from 10 gauges to 22 gauges in thickness. For the outside cabinets, external doors and internal tank the thicker gauges are used. These areas require gauges with such thickness. The inner gauges are used for internal doors and plates, can stacks, and mechanisms such as coin validators and product trays.

Lexan, a tough polycarbonate plastic is used in the front panels of the Antares vending machine. When it comes to thickness sheets of lexan in the vending machine can range from 0. 13 (3. 18mm) in to 0.25in (6.35mm). When performance counts, you can count on lexan sheets for durability. Lexan is very difficult to break, flame retardant, relatively easy to shape, and can be treated to restrict UV rays, light, and heat transmission. Product logos, names and illustrations are silk screened on lexan sheets, which are installed in channels on the doors of the Antares vending machine. Lexan sheets products save you money by lowering energy and replacement costs year after year. This is why your vending machine would have a long life.

Acrylic powder coatings are colored powders used to “paint” the surfaces the surfaces of vending machines. It offers the best overall exterior durability and can be formulated into products with excellent chemical, corrosion, detergent, and stain resistance. Acrylic powder coatings offers excellent hardness and scratch resistance for your Antares vending machine. It also gives a smooth and high gloss finish for your machine. In addition acrylic powders meet governmental environmental standards.

Polyurethane foam provides the insulation for the inside of the Antares vending machine. Its application process creates a seamless, water proof, durable building envelope. It also eliminates drafts in your Antares vending machine by completely filling seams, cracks and crevices. The foam is blown between the outer cabinet and internal tank of the machine. In addition to thermal insulation, the foam adds structural stability to both the cabinet and the tank of the machine. Overall it will add tothe structural strength to your Antares vending machine