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4 Eco-Friendly Features You Didn’t Know About Seattle, Tacoma, and Bellevue Vending Machines

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Having an eco-friendly workplace is more important than ever. Why? Because employees are looking to businesses to reduce their environmental impact. That makes sustainability a hiring strategy and retention tool. But is there an easy way to be more green in the office? There is!

Modern vending machines are more eco-friendly than ever. They can help you save energy and reduce harmful emissions. Here’s how vending has improved over time:

1. Eco-Friendly Lighting

Older vending machines use fluorescent lights to show off products. Upgraded machines use LED lights. Less fragile and a lot brighter, LEDs better showcase the variety of trendy snacks and drinks inside the Seattle break room. Plus, they use up to 40% less energy than the old bulbs. That means lower electricity bills. LED lights last longer, too, cutting down on maintenance costs. A state-of-the-art Tacoma vending machine with LEDs is a win-win.

2. Activity Sensors

Today, vending machines are built to be as efficient as possible. But they run 24/7, which means they can use 4,400 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of energy each year. To save energy, some machines have motion sensor technology. When no one is at work, the lights turn off. Some even adjust cooling based on activity.

Smart features like this make the Bellevue break room more energy-efficient while keeping snacks and popular cold beverages ready when needed.

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3. Smart Monitoring

The most eco-friendly vending machines do more than just dispense snacks. They can track sales and monitor inventory in real time. This helps reduce waste and optimize restocking trips. When we know just what’s needed, we can cut down on unnecessary deliveries to your break room. Fewer trips mean lower emissions, yet, your favorite healthy vending snacks are never out of stock.

4. Reverse Vending

Recycling is a well-known tool for being green. But did you know that in some areas, vending machines are being used to encourage people to recycle? They are called reverse vending machines since you put empty containers back in, instead of getting full containers out. There can even be rewards for participation to boost use. What a great way to be green!

Be More Eco-Friendly with Vista Vending

Use our green vending efforts to meet your sustainability goals. We do everything we can to reduce energy use, fuel, and vehicle emissions without affecting service. That way we can all enjoy a brighter tomorrow.

Reach out to Vista Vending for refreshment service in Seattle. We offer all you need, from eco-friendly vending to budget-friendly office coffee. Give us a call at 253.592.2843 to talk through a solution. We can’t wait to work with you.

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How to Make Your Seattle, Tacoma, or Puget Sound Office Keto Friendly

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Health-based goals are some of the most common New Year’s resolutions. One popular health trend is the keto diet. Show your employees that you support their goals by bringing keto friendly products to the break room! Here’s how you can support your Seattle, Tacoma, or Puget Sound employees who are following that trend.

What Is Keto?

The word keto is short for ketogenic. This diet focuses on eating very limited carbohydrates. Instead, people on this diet get most of their calories from fats and proteins. A keto diet can help people lose weight and keep it off!

How to Bring Keto Friendly Options to the Break Room

Seattle, Tacoma, and Puget Sound break rooms are where employees gather to eat and relax. Yet, sometimes, it can be difficult for employees with specific health goals to find snacks that meet their needs. Fortunately, it’s easy to overcome this challenge. Here’s how:

Add Keto Snacks to Your Break Room

Wondering what keto snacks to add to your Seattle, Tacoma, or Puget Sound micro-market or office pantry? Some popular options include:

  • Nuts: Nuts are nutritious and full of healthy fats and proteins.
  • Plain Greek Yogurt: Greek yogurt generally has more protein and fewer sugars than other yogurts. That makes it a great keto option.
  • Dark Chocolate: When your employees crave a sweet treat, dark chocolate is a healthy choice. It has less sugar than milk chocolate.
  • Beef Jerky: Protein for the win! This snack can give employees a great energy boost without a carb crash.
  • Cheese: Cheese is a favorite for keto dieters. Offer cheese cube trays or include cheese as an add-on for salads.
  • Hard-boiled Eggs: Eggs are great for adding to salads or wraps. They can also be a meal or snack on their own!

These snacks are healthy, and not just for those following a keto diet. Adding these products to your break room is as easy as giving Vista Vending a call.

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Consider Keto Food Vending

Today’s Seattle, Tacoma, and Puget Sound vending machines offer much more than soft drinks and snacks. Your employees can even purchase meals and lunches from food vending machines! To cater to employees with healthy eating goals, try some of these options:

  • Salads: Leafy green salads with an oil-based salad dressing are a great choice. Avocados, tomatoes, and cheeses are also great keto-friendly salad ingredients.
  • Wraps: Wraps are a great alternative to sandwiches. Swap a whole wheat tortilla for bread to reduce carbohydrates. Lettuce wraps eliminate carbs completely! Either way, wraps are a great keto-friendly lunch. Add them to your food vending options.
  • Snacks: Products like mixed nuts, beef jerky, and protein bars can be a great compliment to a meal. Plus, these healthy options will support your employee’s health goals.

Provide Keto Beverages

Health-conscious employees also need to watch what they drink. Fortunately, there are many healthy beverages from which to choose.

  • Coffee and Tea: Both coffee and tea are healthy drinks!  Our office coffee service can cater to employees looking for keto-friendly options.  Employees can simply choose options that have no added sugar.
  • Water Service: Unsweetened sparkling water or plain water are also excellent beverage choices.
  • Alternative Beverages: Along with your coffee service, consider offering milk, cream, or unsweetened plant-based dairy alternatives. Keto diet followers will appreciate whole-fat milk and creamer.

A Healthy Break Room for All!

Are you ready to add variety to your Seattle, Tacoma, or Puget Sound break room? Vista Vending is here to help. Contact us at 253.592.2843 or service@vistavendingnw.com for more information about our break room services. We look forward to helping you create a fantastic, healthy break room!