Installation method for additional article display sections on vending machines

Abstract

To provide a technology that enables more effective utilization of openings, thereby enhancing the appeal of articles to users for conventionally known designs where advertisements are placed within openings formed in exterior doors.SOLUTION: A method for installing an additional article display unit in a vending machine includes a step of providing an additional article display unit 32 for an existing opening 30 formed in an outer door 2 of a vending machine 1 having at least one existing article display unit 60.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a vending machine that sells products such as beverages in response to payment. [Background technology]

[0002] Conventionally, as described in Patent Document 1, for example, there is known a vending machine that dispenses products based on the operation of a product selection button, in which multiple product samples and a selection button for each product sample are arranged on an outer door, and the vending machine dispenses products based on the operation of the selection button and payment of the price.

[0003] Patent Document 1 aims to provide a vending machine that is easy to use even for small children and physically disabled people using wheelchairs, and discloses a configuration that includes a second group of product selection buttons and a recess that allows wheelchair users to insert their body and part of their wheelchair into the machine.

[0004] Generally, various elements such as a display section for displaying product samples, known as dummies, selection buttons, and a payment section are arranged on the outer door of a vending machine.

[0005] Furthermore, there is known a vending machine that has an outer door formed with an opening called an instrument panel portion through which advertisements can be inserted and displayed. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0006] [Patent Document 1] Patent No. 2071104 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0007] The outer door of a vending machine functions as an interface with the user, fulfilling many roles such as promoting the appeal of the product, stimulating purchasing desire, and attracting more interest to lead to a purchase. The configuration of the outer door can help increase sales.

[0008] However, since the area of the exterior door is limited, it is necessary to make more effective use of the limited area.

[0009] One of the objectives of the present invention is to provide a technology that can more effectively utilize the opening formed in the outer door, which has been conventionally designed to place advertisements in the opening, and thereby make the appeal of the product more appealing to users.

[0010] One of the objectives of the present invention is to provide a technology that can more effectively utilize openings formed in outer doors, which are conventionally designed to place advertisements in the openings, and that can better appeal to users about the appeal of products and also enable them to select products.

[0011] One of the objectives of the present invention is to provide a technology that can more effectively utilize openings formed in outer doors, which are conventionally designed to place advertisements in the openings, thereby making it possible to better appeal to users about the appeal of products and allowing them to intuitively select products.

[0012] One of the objectives of the present invention is to provide a technology that makes it easy to add new functions to openings formed in exterior doors, which have been conventionally designed to place advertisements in those openings.

[0013] One of the objectives of the present invention is to provide a technology that can more effectively utilize openings formed in exterior doors, which are conventionally designed to place advertisements in the openings, and can make the appeal of products more appealing, particularly to specific age groups such as children who are short in stature.

[0014] One of the objectives of the present invention is to provide a technology that can more effectively utilize the opening formed in the outer door, which has been conventionally designed to place advertisements in the opening, and thereby make the appeal of the product more appealing to users.

[0015] One of the objectives of the present invention is to provide a technology that makes more effective use of an opening formed in an outer door than has been known in the past, and that allows users, especially those of short stature such as infants or elementary school children, to take out products by themselves.

[0016] One of the objectives of the present invention is to provide a technology that makes more effective use of an opening formed in an outer door than has been known in the past, and that allows users, especially those of short stature such as infants or elementary school children, to pay for products themselves.

[0017] One of the objectives of the present invention is to provide a technology that can be easily retrofitted or replaced with an existing device configuration, while conventionally, a device designed to place advertisements in an opening formed in an outer door is known, and that can make more effective use of this opening to better appeal to users about the appeal of the product. [Means for solving the problem]

[0018] The problem to be solved by the present invention is as described above, and the means for solving this problem will now be described.

[0019] One aspect of the present invention is a method for installing an additional product display section in a vending machine, which includes a step of providing an additional product display section in an existing opening formed in an outer door of a vending machine having at least one existing product display section.

[0020] In addition, one form of the present invention is a method for installing an additional product display section in a vending machine, which includes the steps of providing an additional product display section in an existing opening formed in the outer door of a vending machine having at least one existing product display section, and providing an additional product selection section.

[0021] In addition, one form of the present invention is a method for installing an additional product display section of a vending machine, which includes a step of providing an additional product display section in an existing opening formed in an outer door of a vending machine having at least one existing product display section, the additional product display section having a product selection function.

[0022] In addition, one form of the present invention is a method for installing an additional product display section in a vending machine, which includes a step of installing an additional product display section in an existing opening formed in an outer door of a vending machine having at least one existing product display section, wherein a fixed frame is installed in the existing opening, and the additional product display section is installed in the fixed frame.

[0023] In addition, one form of the present invention is a method for installing an additional product display section in a vending machine, which includes a step of installing an additional product display section in an existing opening formed in an outer door of a vending machine having at least one existing product display section, wherein a fixed frame is installed in the existing opening, and the additional product display section and an additional product selection section are installed in the fixed frame.

[0024] In addition, one form of the present invention is a method for installing an additional product display section in a vending machine, the method including the step of providing an additional product display section in an existing opening formed in an outer door of a vending machine having at least one existing product display section, wherein a fixed frame is provided in the existing opening, and the additional product display section is provided in the fixed frame, and the additional product display section has a product selection function.

[0025] In one embodiment of the present invention, the additional product display section is a stage provided on the fixed frame for setting up exhibits.

[0026] In one embodiment of the present invention, the height of the top of the existing opening from the ground is 110 cm or less.

[0027] In one embodiment of the present invention, the width of the existing opening is 15 cm to 85 cm, and the vertical width of the existing opening is 15 cm to 50 cm.

[0028] In one embodiment of the present invention, the width of the vending machine is 60 cm to 140 cm.

[0029] In one embodiment of the present invention, the relationship W3 / W2 between the width W3 of the vending machine and the width W2 of the existing opening is in the range of 1.2 to 3.7.

[0030] In one embodiment of the present invention, the height from the ground to the top of the product outlet of the vending machine is 110 cm or less.

[0031] In one embodiment of the present invention, the height of the payment settlement unit of the vending machine from the ground is 110 cm or less.

[0032] In one embodiment of the present invention, the wiring of the additional product selection section is connected to wiring branching off from the wiring of the existing product selection section for selecting products to be displayed in the existing product display section.

[0033] In one embodiment of the present invention, the wiring for the product selection function is connected to wiring branching off from the wiring of the existing product selection section for selecting products to be displayed in the existing product display section.

[0034] In one embodiment of the present invention, the fixing frame is installed on the rear side of the outer door relative to the existing opening.

[0035] In addition, in one form of the present invention, the fixed frame is installed from the back side of the outer door to the existing opening, and the wiring of the additional product selection unit is arranged so that it appears on the back side of the outer door.

[0036] In addition, in one form of the present invention, the additional product display section is installed from the back side of the outer door toward the existing opening, and the wiring for the product selection function is arranged so that it appears on the back side of the outer door. [Effects of the Invention]

[0037] According to one aspect of the present invention, an existing opening can be effectively utilized as an additional product display area. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0038] [Figure 1] FIG. 1 is a diagram illustrating an embodiment of a vending machine. [Figure 2] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing the vending machine with the outer door open. [Figure 3] FIG. 10 is a diagram illustrating a configuration example of an additional product display unit. [Figure 4] 1A and 1B are diagrams showing an example of the installation of an additional product display section; [Figure 5] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an additional product display section configured as a unit. [Figure 6] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example of providing an additional product display section from the back side of the outer door. [Figure 7] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example of wiring when an additional product display section is provided. [Figure 8] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing another embodiment of the additional product display section. [Figure 9] FIG. 10 is a diagram illustrating the height position from the ground, such as the position of an opening. [Figure 10] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example of an operation being performed by a child. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0039] A vending machine 1 according to the present invention can be implemented, for example, in the form shown in Figure 1. Vending machine 1 comprises a housing 6 and an outer door 2 that is attached to housing 6 in an openable and closable manner. Vending machine 1 has a control unit 100 that controls the temperature of products and the operation of various drive units, and is configured to sell products unattended in response to payment by a user and selection of a selection means.

[0040] The vending machine 1 described below includes a vending machine that is already installed and in operation, a vending machine that is in the process of being manufactured and not yet completed, and a finished product that has been manufactured and not yet installed. Furthermore, as used in this specification, "existing" refers to a vending machine that is already installed and in operation, a vending machine that is in the process of being manufactured and not yet completed, and a finished product that has been manufactured and not yet installed.

[0041] An existing product display section 60 for displaying products to be sold by the vending machine to users is provided on the outer door 2. The existing product display section 60 is provided with a plurality of dummies 61 and a selection means 62a arranged at a position corresponding to each of the dummies 61.

[0042] The side of the outer door 2 where the existing product display section 60 and the product removal opening 7 are provided is the outer side (front side). The side of the outer door 2 facing the opening of the housing 6 is the inner side (rear side). In addition, when the outer door 2 is closed, the space outside the vending machine 1 is the outside of the vending machine 1, and the space inside the vending machine 1 is the inside of the vending machine.

[0043] On the outer surface of the outer door 2, an existing product display section 60 appears, which presents selection options that can be selected by the user, and dummies 61 of products stored in the warehouse are presented as selection options.

[0044] In the example shown in FIG. 1, the existing product display section 60 forms an exhibition space with three levels, one above the other, and in each exhibition space, a plurality of dummies 61 and selection means 62a corresponding to each dummy 61 are arranged. The appearance of the dummies 61 is configured to imitate the appearance of the product, and they present the product for sale. The selection means 62a are configured as so-called push buttons, and the user can press them to select the product corresponding to the dummy 61. Each selection means 62a constitutes an existing product selection section 62 for selecting the product corresponding to the dummy 61 displayed in the existing product display section 60.

[0045] The number of display tiers in the existing product display section 60 and the configuration of the dummies are not particularly limited, and the entire existing product display section 60 may be configured as a touch screen display, with the dummies and selection means being displayed as images.

[0046] A card reader 63a, a bill insertion slot 63b, and a coin insertion slot 63c are arranged on the outer surface of the outer door 2 to constitute a payment section 63 for settling payments. Also, a coin return slot 63e for returning coins is arranged below the coin insertion slot 63c.

[0047] A handle 74 for opening and closing the outer door 2 is provided on the outer surface of the outer door 2. A locking mechanism is provided on the handle 74, and by unlocking the lock using a key (not shown), the handle 74 can be operated and the outer door 2 can be opened.

[0048] An opening 30 is formed in the outer door 2 at a position lower than the existing product display section 60, and an additional product display section 32 and an additional product selection section 34 are provided in the opening 30. The opening 30 is formed by cutting out the exterior panel 2a that constitutes the exterior surface of the outer door 2, and is formed so as to penetrate the front and back of the outer door 2, and is commonly called the "instrument panel section."

[0049] At least one dummy 33 is provided in the additional product display section 32. The appearance of the dummy 33 is configured to imitate the appearance of the product, and it represents the product to be sold. The dummy 33 displayed in the additional product display section 32 may be a different product from the dummy 61 displayed in the existing product display section 60, or it may be the same product.

[0050] For example, by displaying dummies 33 of products for children, such as infants and elementary school students, in the additional product display area 32, the additional product display area 32 can function as a sales space exclusively for children, thereby enhancing the appeal to children. The additional product display area 32 can be configured to target specific age groups, not just children. Also, by appropriately changing the configuration of the additional product display area 32 according to the season, trends, campaigns, etc., it becomes possible to develop so-called pop-up (temporary) promotions. In addition, it is conceivable to use the additional product display area 32 as a dedicated space for products created in collaboration with animation or manga characters or influencers, targeting specific age groups, genders, or fans.

[0051] The additional product selection unit 34 is a selection means 34a that is operated when selecting a product corresponding to each dummy 33, and the selection means 34a may be composed of a so-called push button as in the example shown in the figure, or may be composed of a touch sensor or a non-contact sensor.

[0052] As shown in FIG. 2, the housing 6 of the vending machine contains multiple column devices 52 that function as dispensing means. Products such as PET bottles filled with beverages are inserted through product insertion openings 52F of each column device 52. In the example of FIG. 2, six columns are provided for each column device 52, and six product insertion openings 52F are provided leading to each column. Once payment is completed, the products are dispensed from the column devices 52, drop into product chutes 54, and are inserted into product removal openings 7 formed in the outer door 2.

[0053] 2, the outer door 2 is configured to include a main door 2A that forms the main body of the entire door, a display door 2B provided above the main door 2A, an upper inner door 2C that is located inside the display door 2B, and a lower inner door 2D that is located below the upper inner door 2C and is rotatable relative to the main door 2A. By opening the upper inner door 2C, it is possible to install or replace the product dummy 61 shown in FIG. 1.

[0054] As shown in Fig. 2, a safe cover 41 is rotatably provided below the display door 2B. A bill validator 42 is disposed in the space on the side closed by the safe cover 41. A coin mechanism 43 is disposed near the bill validator 42, and a cash box 44 is disposed below the coin mechanism 43. In addition, a remote control 45 and a control box (not shown) are provided below the display door 2B. The control box contains a control board and the like for constituting the control unit 100 (Fig. 1).

[0055] 2, the opening 30 shown in FIG. 1 is disposed below the display door 2B, and a fixing frame 35 is fixed to the opening 30. The fixing frame 35 has a stage 35a for placing the dummy 33 and a frame 35b fixed to the edge of the opening 30, and the dummy 33 is disposed in the space surrounded by the frame 35b. The opening 30 is closed, for example, by a transparent acrylic plate 31, and the fixing frame 35 is disposed inside the acrylic plate 31, so that the dummy 33 can be seen through the acrylic plate 31 from the outside.

[0056] For example, if the vending machine is already installed in town and in operation, it is assumed that an advertisement panel or piece of paper has been inserted into the opening 30, but the fixed frame 35 can be installed to replace this advertisement.

[0057] As shown in Figures 3 and 4(A) and (B), the fixed frame 35 has a stage 35a for placing the dummy 33 and a frame 35b fixed to the edge of the opening 30, so that the dummy 33 is placed in the space surrounded by the frame 35b. The stage 35a is made up of a plate surface extending horizontally, and the plate surface is formed with protrusions and holes for easily locking the dummy 33, so that the stage 35a can function as the additional product display section 32.

[0058] As shown in FIGS. 4(A) and 4(B), the acrylic plate 31 is arranged outside the frame 35b (outside the cabinet), and is configured to close the opening 30 of the outer door 2 (FIGS. 4(A) and 4(B)).

[0059] As shown in FIGS. 3 and 4(A) and (B), an installation section 35c for installing the additional product selection section 34 is provided in the fixed frame 35 below the stage 35a. The additional product selection section 34 can be configured, for example, by a button unit 34c having a long panel 34a and a plurality of buttons 34b provided on the panel 34a. Each button 34b is arranged to be located below each dummy 33. A hole 35d is formed in the installation section 35c for passing wiring (not shown) of the additional product selection section 34 through, allowing the wiring to be passed to the back side of the fixed frame 35.

[0060] 5 and 6, for example, the installation can be completed by fixing a dummy 33, a button unit 34c, and an acrylic plate 31 to a fixing frame 35 to form an additional display unit 36, and fixing the additional display unit 36 to the opening 30 from the inside of the outer door 2. For example, a plurality of locking portions 2k are provided on the back surface 2a of the outer door 2 around the opening 30, and the fixing frame 35 can be fixed by locking it to the locking portions 2k.

[0061] As shown in Fig. 4(A), a wire 34d is drawn out from the button unit 34c that constitutes the additional product selection unit 34, and a connector 34e is provided at the end of the wire 34d. As shown in Fig. 4(B), the connector 34e is connected to a connector 64e that is provided at the end of another wire 64d.

[0062] 7, the existing product selection section 62 for selecting products to be displayed in the existing product display section 60 is connected to the control unit 100 via a wire 64a. A wire 64d branches off from the wire 64a, and a connector 34e of a wire 34d of the additional product selection section 34 is connected to a connector 64e provided at the end of the wire 64d. This connects the additional product selection section 34 to the control unit 100, making it possible to purchase products by operating the button 34b (FIG. 3).

[0063] The wiring 64a leading to the existing product selection unit 62 may be branched in advance to include wiring 64d and connector 64e, or may be wiring 64a having wiring 64d and connector 64e that replaces the existing wiring when the additional product selection unit 34 is installed later. The functions of each wiring and connector are not particularly limited as long as they can secure power and transmit control signals.

[0064] 8 shows an embodiment in which the additional product display unit 132 has a product selection function. In this embodiment, the product corresponding to the dummy 133 can be selected by pressing or touching the dummy 133 itself, and the product can be purchased by making payment. The dummy 133 can have, for example, a three-dimensional shape that imitates the appearance of the product and protrudes outward from the acrylic plate 131, or a light source can be placed inside the dummy 133 so that the dummy 133 itself lights up.

[0065] The configuration shown in Figure 8 can be realized, for example, by a configuration having a fixed frame (not shown) that is fixed to the opening 30 (Figure 1), a dummy 133 that is provided with respect to the fixed frame, and a sensor (not shown) that detects when the dummy 133 is pressed or touched.

[0066] 8, a product can be selected directly by pressing or touching the dummy 133, providing the user with an intuitive sense of operation. In particular, children, such as infants and elementary school students, can be provided with the joy of being able to directly touch the dummy 133. Also, adults can be provided with a new experience they have never had before, providing a new sensation in the boring routine of simply purchasing a product from a vending machine. Furthermore, the operation of directly touching the dummy 133 can prevent erroneous operation, such as pressing the wrong button. In addition, the configuration of Figure 8 can be simply configured as an additional product display section with product selection function by adding a visible product photo, product picture, and product name to the product selection button itself.

[0067] The present invention can be implemented in the examples described above. That is, as one embodiment of the present invention, as shown in the examples of FIGS. 1 and 2, For an existing opening 30 formed in an outer door 2 of a vending machine 1 having at least one existing product display section 60, The method for installing an additional product display section in a vending machine includes the step of providing an additional product display section (32).

[0068] This allows the opening 30 to be effectively used as an additional product display section 32.

[0069] As an embodiment of the present invention, as shown in the examples of FIGS. 1 and 2, For an existing opening 30 formed in an outer door 2 of a vending machine 1 having at least one existing product display section 60, providing an additional product display section 32; and a step of installing the additional product selection unit 34.

[0070] The device configuration is a vending machine having an outer door 2, at least one existing product display section 60 provided in the outer door 2, an existing opening 30 formed in the outer door 2, an additional product display section 32 provided in the existing opening 30, and an additional product selection section 34 provided in the existing opening 30.

[0071] This allows the opening 30 to be effectively used as the additional product display section 32, and also allows products displayed in the additional product display section 32 to be selected and purchased in the additional product selection section 34.

[0072] Furthermore, as an embodiment of the present invention, as shown in the example of FIG. For an existing opening formed in the outer door of a vending machine having at least one existing product display section, providing an additional product display section 132; The additional product display section 132 is an installation method for an additional product display section of a vending machine having a product selection function.

[0073] The device configuration also includes an outer door 2, at least one existing product display section 60 provided in the outer door 2, an existing opening 30 formed in the outer door 2, and an additional product display section 132 provided in the existing opening 30, and the additional product display section 132 is a vending machine with a product selection function.

[0074] This allows the user to directly select a product, providing an intuitive operational feel to the user.

[0075] As an embodiment of the present invention, as shown in the examples of FIGS. 2 to 6, A fixed frame 35 is provided in the existing opening 30, and an additional product display section 32 is provided on the fixed frame 35.

[0076] This allows the additional product display section 32 to be easily installed after the opening 30 by using the fixing frame 35. For example, it is possible to fix the dummy 33 to the fixing frame 35 in advance to form a unit, and then fix it to the opening 30.

[0077] As an embodiment of the present invention, as shown in the examples of FIGS. 2 to 6, A fixed frame 35 is provided in the existing opening 30, and an additional product display section 32 and an additional product selection section 34 are provided in the fixed frame 35.

[0078] This allows the additional product display section 32 and the additional product selection section 34 to be easily installed after the opening 30 using the fixing frame 35. For example, it is possible to fix the dummy 33 and the additional product selection section 34 to the fixing frame 35 in advance to form a unit, and then fix them to the opening 30.

[0079] Furthermore, as an embodiment of the present invention, as shown in the example of FIG. A fixed frame is provided in the existing opening, and an additional product display section 132 is provided in the fixed frame; The additional product display section 132 has a product selection function.

[0080] This allows for an additional product display with a product selection function to be easily installed after the fact using a fixed frame in the opening. For example, it is possible to fix a dummy 133 to the fixed frame in advance to form a unit, and then fix it in the opening.

[0081] Furthermore, as an embodiment of the present invention, as shown in the example of FIG. The additional product display section 32 is a stage 35a provided on a fixed frame 35 for setting a dummy 33 as an exhibit.

[0082] This allows exhibits to be easily set up using the stage 35a of the fixed frame 35.

[0083] Furthermore, as an embodiment of the present invention, as shown in the example of FIG. For existing openings 30, the height H1 from the ground to the top of the opening 30 must be 110 cm or less.

[0084] As shown in FIG. 10 , this allows even infants and elementary school students to view the additional product display section 32 provided in the opening 30. Furthermore, even when the opening 30 is provided with an additional product selection section 34 as shown in FIG. 1 or when the additional product display section 132 has a product selection function as shown in FIG. 8 , children can select and operate the product themselves, providing an experience of "being able to select and operate by themselves." For example, in conventional vending machines, the existing product display section 60 is located higher than a child's height, making it difficult for children to check and select products by themselves. This can lead to frustration, as children are forced to rely on adults. However, by being given the option of "being able to select and operate by themselves," children can gain a sense of accomplishment and confidence, thereby enhancing their self-esteem. Thus, considering the child's perspective, a unique effect not possible with conventional vending machines can be achieved, and the height position of the additional product display section 32 and the additional product selection section 34 is extremely important.

[0085] Furthermore, as an embodiment of the present invention, as shown in the example of FIG. The horizontal width W2 of the existing opening 30 is set to 15 cm to 85 cm, and the vertical width H2 of the existing opening 30 is set to 15 cm to 50 cm. The lower limit of H2 is preferably 20 cm or more, and more preferably 25 cm or more. The preferred upper limit of H2 is 45 cm or less, 40 cm or less, or 35 cm or less. The lower limit of W2 is preferably 20 cm or more, and more preferably 25 cm or more. The upper limit of W2 is preferably 80 cm or less, 75 cm or less, 72 cm or less, 65 cm or less, 50 cm or less, or 45 cm or less.

[0086] Furthermore, as an embodiment of the present invention, as shown in the example of FIG. The width W3 of the vending machine 1 is set to be 60 cm to 140 cm. The preferred lower limit of the width W3 is 65 cm or more, 70 cm or more, 80 cm or more, or 90 cm or more. The upper limit of the width W3 is preferably 135 cm or less, more preferably 130 cm or less.

[0087] Furthermore, as an embodiment of the present invention, as shown in the example of FIG. The width W3 of vending machine 1, The relationship W3 / W2 of the width W2 of the existing opening 30 is assumed to be in the range of 1.2 to 3.7. The lower limit of the relationship W3 / W2 is preferably 1.5 or more, more preferably 2 or more. A preferred upper limit value of the relationship W3 / W2 is 3 or less, 2.5 or less, or 2.2 or less.

[0088] Furthermore, as an embodiment of the present invention, as shown in the example of FIG. The height H4 to the top of the product outlet 7 of the vending machine 1 shall be 110 cm or less.

[0089] This allows users, for example, even if they are short, such as infants or elementary school students, to take out products by themselves.

[0090] Furthermore, as an embodiment of the present invention, as shown in the example of FIG. The height H5 of the payment section of the vending machine 1 is set to 110 cm or less. For example, the height H5 from the ground to the top of the tallest of the coin slot 63c, bill slot 63b, change slot 63e, and card reader 63a is set to 110 cm or less.

[0091] This allows users, for example, even if they are short, such as infants or elementary school students, to pay for the item themselves.

[0092] Furthermore, as an embodiment of the present invention, as shown in the example of FIG. The wiring 34d of the additional product selection section is connected to a wiring 64d branching from the wiring 64a of the existing product selection section 62 for selecting products to be displayed in the existing product display section 60.

[0093] This allows, for example, the additional product selection unit 34 to be provided additionally to be easily installed later by utilizing the wiring 64d for the existing product display unit 60 that already exists.

[0094] In addition, as an embodiment of the present invention, the wiring for the product selection function of the additional product display unit 132 shown in the example of FIG. 8 is as follows: As shown in the example of FIG. 7, it is assumed that the wiring 64d is connected to a wiring 64a of an existing commodity selection section 62 for selecting commodities to be displayed in the existing commodity display section 60.

[0095] This allows, for example, the additional product display unit 132 to be installed later on easily by utilizing the wiring 64d for the existing product display unit 60 that already exists.

[0096] As an embodiment of the present invention, as shown in the examples of FIGS. 4(A)(B) and 6, The fixed frame 35 is to be installed on the rear side of the outer door 2 against the existing opening 30.

[0097] This allows the additional product display section to be installed on the fixed section 30 from the back side of the outer door 2, eliminating the need for the exterior surface of the outer door 2 for installation. Also, even if wiring is required to add an additional product display section, there is no need to drill holes in the outer door 2 for the wiring, and it is also easy to connect to other wiring present on the back side of the outer door 2.

[0098] Furthermore, as an embodiment of the present invention, as shown in the example of FIGS. 4(A) and 4(B), The wiring 34d of the additional product selection section is arranged so that it appears on the back side of the outer door 2.

[0099] This eliminates the need to drill holes in the outer door 2 for wiring when wiring is required to add an additional product display section, and also makes it easy to connect to other wiring on the back side of the outer door 2.

[0100] In addition, as an embodiment of the present invention, the wiring for the product selection function of the additional product display unit 132 shown in the example of FIG. 8 is as follows: As shown in the example of Figures 4(A) and (B), it is assumed that it is arranged so as to appear on the back side of the outer door 2.

[0101] This eliminates the need to drill holes in the outer door 2 for wiring when wiring is required to add an additional product display section, and also makes it easy to connect to other wiring on the back side of the outer door 2. [Explanation of symbols]

[0102] 1. Vending machines 2 outer door 2A Main Door 2B Display Door 2C Upper inner door 2D lower inner door 2a Exterior plate 6. Housing 7 Product removal port 30 Opening 31 Acrylic board 32 Additional product display department 33 Dummy 34 Additional product selection section 34a Selection means Panel 34a 34b Button 34c Button Unit 34d Wiring 34e Connector 35 Fixed Frame Stage 35a 35b frame 35c installation part 41 Safe Cover 42 Bill Validator 43 Coin Mechanism 44 Cash Box 45 Remote Control 52 Column device 52F Product slot 54 Product Shoot 60 Existing Product Display Section 61 Dummy 62 Existing Product Selection Section 62a Selection means 63 Payment Department 63a Card reader 63b Bill insertion section 63c Coin slot 63e Return Slot 64a wiring 64d Wiring 64e Connector 74 Handle 100 Control means 132 Additional product display department 133 Dummy

Claims

1. For an existing opening formed in an outer door of a vending machine having at least one existing product display section, providing an additional product display section; How to install an additional product display section on a vending machine.

2. For an existing opening formed in an outer door of a vending machine having at least one existing product display section, providing an additional product display section; and installing an additional product selection unit. How to install an additional product display section on a vending machine.

3. For an existing opening formed in an outer door of a vending machine having at least one existing product display section, providing an additional product display section; The additional product display unit has a product selection function. How to install an additional product display section on a vending machine.

4. For an existing opening formed in an outer door of a vending machine having at least one existing product display section, providing an additional product display section; A method for installing an additional product display unit in a vending machine, comprising: a fixed frame is provided in the existing opening, and the additional product display section is provided in the fixed frame; How to install an additional product display section on a vending machine.

5. For an existing opening formed in an outer door of a vending machine having at least one existing product display section, providing an additional product display section; A method for installing an additional product display unit in a vending machine, comprising: A fixed frame is provided in the existing opening, and the additional product display section and the additional product selection section are provided in the fixed frame. How to install an additional product display section on a vending machine.

6. For an existing opening formed in an outer door of a vending machine having at least one existing product display section, providing an additional product display section; A method for installing an additional product display unit in a vending machine, comprising: a fixed frame is provided in the existing opening, and the additional product display section is provided in the fixed frame; The additional product display unit has a product selection function. How to install an additional product display section on a vending machine.

7. The additional product display unit is a stage provided on the fixed frame for installing exhibits. A method for installing an additional product display unit in a vending machine according to any one of claims 4 to 6.

8. The existing opening is The height from the ground to the top of the opening must be 110 cm or less. A method for installing an additional product display unit in the vending machine according to any one of claims 1 to 6.

9. The width of the existing opening is: 15 cm to 85 cm, The vertical width of the existing opening is: 15cm to 50cm, A method for installing an additional product display unit in the vending machine according to any one of claims 1 to 6.

10. The width of the vending machine is 60cm to 140cm, A method for installing an additional product display unit in the vending machine according to any one of claims 1 to 6.

11. The width W3 of the vending machine; The relationship W3 / W2 of the width W2 of the existing opening is in the range of 1.2 to 3.7, A method for installing an additional product display unit in the vending machine according to any one of claims 1 to 6.

12. The height from the ground to the top of the product outlet of the vending machine is 110 cm or less. A method for installing an additional product display unit in the vending machine according to any one of claims 1 to 6.

13. The height of the payment unit of the vending machine from the ground is 110 cm or less. A method for installing an additional product display unit in the vending machine according to any one of claims 1 to 6.

14. The wiring of the additional product selection unit is connected to a wiring branched from the wiring of the existing product selection unit for selecting products to be displayed in the existing product display unit; 6. A method for installing an additional product display section in a vending machine according to claim 2 or 5.

15. The wiring for the product selection function is connected to a wiring branched from the wiring of the existing product selection unit for selecting products to be displayed in the existing product display unit; 7. A method for installing an additional product display section in a vending machine according to claim 3 or 6.

16. The fixed frame is installed on the rear side of the outer door relative to the existing opening. A method for installing an additional product display unit in a vending machine according to any one of claims 4 to 6.

17. The fixed frame is installed on the rear side of the outer door relative to the existing opening, The wiring of the additional product selection unit is arranged so as to appear on the back side of the outer door.

6. A method for installing an additional product display section in a vending machine according to claim 2 or 5.

18. The additional product display unit is installed from the rear side of the outer door to the existing opening, The wiring for the product selection function is arranged so as to appear on the back side of the outer door.

7. A method for installing an additional product display section in a vending machine according to claim 3 or 6.

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