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Packaged ice is considered a food item by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and it’s regulated as such. Like other foods or drinks packaged for consumption, labels must be accurate, and food manufacturing and storage conditions must be sanitary. However, not all packaged ice is the same. Here’s what you need to know about… Continue reading →

When it comes to ice-on-the-go, consumers and retailers have options, including bagged ice and ice vending machines. How ice is made, stored and dispensed affects quality as well as profit margins for business owners selling ice. So which ice is best? We compared traditional bagged ice and vending machine ice to see which type of… Continue reading →

The stock market is confusing and unpredictable to many people. Unpredictable highs and lows have made many investors consider creative investment ideas outside the stock market. If you’re wondering about how to save for retirement or another big expense, but you’re uncertain about stock markets, these 7 creative investments might be for you. Creative Investment… Continue reading →

If you’ve been laid off or you’re working fewer hours during the COVID-19 outbreak, you may have wondered about how to safely start a side hustle during a pandemic. You’ve probably already thought of or found a lot of options, but it’s unclear which of these side hustles can actually make money. Asking yourself the… Continue reading →

The COVID-19 pandemic has many people working from home, or looking for ways to start working from home. If you’ve been laid off or unemployed for part of 2020, you may have wondered how you can start a business as well. Working from home is generally safer, and can help to reduce the spread of… Continue reading →

If you’ve been laid off, unemployed or underemployed during the COVID-19 outbreak, you’ve probably considered other opportunities. Maybe you’ve decided it’s time to become your own boss and be a business owner. But your time and energy are limited, so how do you choose the right business opportunity? How do you know what businesses are… Continue reading →

When a recession hits, the economy contracts. This is a circular process; consumers make fewer purchases, businesses make fewer sales, employ fewer people, and the process repeats. However, even during this process, some businesses and industries are not affected by recessions in the same way, or at the same rate. Industries that react very little… Continue reading →

In May, approximately 14 million Americans were out of work for reasons related to the COVID-19, representing about a 9% increase in unemployment from February. Some may return to their jobs when or if the risk of infection declines, while others might not. In either case, millions of Americans are looking for a new job… Continue reading →

An easy maintenance schedule with few demands is one of the many benefits of starting an ice vending machine business. Most vending machines require regular restocking in addition to maintenance, however ice vending machines only require a few preventative maintenance measures to keep them in full working order. Use this example ice vending machine maintenance… Continue reading →

Proper maintenance can extend the life of your vending machine, and also help to ensure the safety and satisfaction of your customers. Your ice vending machine requires less upkeep than most vending machines, since it doesn’t have to be restocked regularly. With an organized schedule and plan, you can keep your machine in full working… Continue reading →