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Popcorn Vending Machines from Gold Medal

Imagine a popcorn machine that makes your job easier. The Ready Series offers the complete popcorn vending solution. These innovative models are built for businesses of all types and sizes, ranging from the compact 8-oz popper, ReadyPop® Jr. to the powerhouse ReadyServe® warming cabinet that holds up to 75 gallons of popcorn. Plus, enjoy options like cashless payment systems and custom-made fully wrapped graphic packages. If you sell popcorn, discover why Gold Medal’s Ready Series popcorn vending machines are the best choice.

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Explore the Ready Series Lineup

Meet the demands of today’s concession and snack service providers with the Ready Series. These impressive popcorn vending machines are designed to streamline your operations while delivering delicious results. Whether you are popping fresh or serving up bulk popcorn, the Ready Series ensures your popcorn vending experience is smooth and profitable. Check out the different models available and discover how the Ready Series can boost your performance!

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Why Choose a Popcorn Vending Machine?

Implementing a popcorn vending machine offers a range of advantages that can significantly enhance your concession operations. From reducing long lines and saving on labor costs to boosting customer satisfaction and safety, these machines provide a convenient, enjoyable experience for your guests. Additionally, they offer unique benefits for management, including low operational costs and impressive profit margins. Here’s a closer look at how a popcorn vending machine can transform your business.

  • Reduce Lines: Long lines deter customers meaning you lose potential sales. But a popcorn vending machine gives guests the convenience of a grab-and-go snack.
  • Save on Labor: Minimize labor by allowing customers to serve themselves with the push of a button. Your staff will be able to attend to other responsibilities.
  • Customer Satisfaction & Safety: Customers will appreciate the ability to purchase freshly popped popcorn in a way that’s fun, safe, and convenient.
  • The Customer Experience: Give guests an experience they can’t find at competitors. A popcorn vending machine is a novelty that customers will enjoy.
  • Benefits for Management: Receive benefits that managers value. Popcorn is a product that’s low cost with minimal labor and generates attractive profit margins as high as 70 percent plus.
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“Popcorn is a powerful tool to engage customers the moment they walk through the door.”



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Where Can You Find Popcorn Vending Machines?

Popcorn vending machines are a fit for locations across all types of industries. Here are some ideas:

  • Stadiums & Arenas
  • Movie Theaters/Cinemas
  • Casinos
  • Convenience Stores
  • Restaurants, Bars, Taverns
  • Hotels & Hospitality
  • Auto Dealerships
  • Banks & Financial Institutions
  • Hardware Stores
  • Grocery Stores
  • Colleges & Universities
  • Retail Stores & Shopping Centers
  • Airports


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What Can Be Served in Popcorn Vending Machines?

Popcorn vending machines offer a convenient and efficient way to serve freshly popped, flavorful popcorn to customers in a variety of settings. Whether you're looking to offer classic movie theater-style popcorn or something more unique, like a mix of cheese and caramel corn, the Ready Series machines are designed to deliver a premium snacking experience. Here are the recommended types of popcorn that can be served in the Ready Series:

ReadyPop and ReadyPop Jr.

  • Movie Theater Style Popcorn
  • Glaze Pop Popcorn
  • Kettle Corn
  • Mix of Cheese and Caramel Corn


 

ReadyServe One and ReadyServe

  • Movie Theater Style Popcorn
  • Glaze Pop Popcorn
  • Kettle Corn
  • Cheese Popcorn
  • Mix of Cheese and Caramel Corn
 

NOTE: Gold Medal does not recommend dispensing bulk caramel corn.



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Also available: Gold Medal’s Nachos Now dispenser can serve circle-shaped nacho chips, scoop-shaped nacho chips, and small pretzels in the traditional pretzel shape. Call us at 800-543-0862 for more information on this one-of-a-kind machine!

 

 

 

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Meet the Ready Series

The Ready Series is a robust line of commercial popcorn machines. Here’s an overview of each model currently available:

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ReadyPop®

A 16-oz commercial popcorn machine plus popcorn dispenser in one convenient unit! ReadyPop® is the simplest way to offer popcorn. Pop the popcorn right in the unit, then hold it in the cabinet until it is dispensed. The cabinet holds up to 20 gallons of popcorn! Pop multiple batches early in the day, then customers can conveniently fill cups and bags with just the push of a button. The compact footprint allows ReadyPop to fit into any available space. Choose a countertop model or add the base. It includes a crisping system, cup dispenser and lid holder, and LED lighted sign and cabinet.

• Includes 16-oz kettle
• Holds up to 20 gallons of popcorn
• Base Sold Separately
• Cashless Payment Option Available
• Custom Graphics Package Available

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ReadyPop® Jr.

Designed with smaller venues in mind, ReadyPop Jr. makes popcorn dispensing available nearly anywhere. Small, yet mighty, ReadyPop® Jr. combines the power of an 8-oz popper and the convenience of a self-serve dispenser in one compact unit. Save on labor by popping multiple batches, then hold up to 11 gallons of popcorn in the warmed cabinet until it is dispensed. Customers can fill cups or bags with just the push of a button. Push-button dispensing is more convenient and sanitary than other options. Locations will benefit by offering a grab-and-go snack plus a fresh in-store experience that engages the senses.

• Includes 8-oz kettle
• Holds up to 11 gallons of popcorn
• Base Sold Separately

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ReadyServe® One

This convenient self-serve popcorn dispenser machine makes it easy to serve up fresh popcorn. An attractive display, the ReadyServe® One is a warming cabinet that holds up to 40 gallons of popcorn. (It is the same size as the ReadyPop but does not include the kettle.) Operators will reduce labor with no more scooping. Also, self-serve dispensing is more sanitary than other options. It includes a crisping system for maximum freshness, plus an LED lighted sign and cabinet. The integrated cup dispenser and lid holder are an added convenience. Pop popcorn in a separate popper or purchase bulk popcorn.

• Holds up to 40 gallons of popcorn
• Base Sold Separately
• Cashless Payment Option Available
• Custom Graphics Package Available

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ReadyServe®

ReadyServe® is an impressive popcorn display cabinet that offers key benefits to operators. Created for high-volume venues, the unit features a 48-inch base with a dual auger system, allowing two customers to fill their cups or bags at once. Simply fill the cabinet with up to 75 gallons of popcorn, then individuals can dispense the popcorn using a convenient push-button system. It also includes an integrated butter topping dispenser and eye-catching LED backlit sign. Pop popcorn in a separate popper or purchase bulk popcorn.

• Holds up to 75 gallons of popcorn
• Base Sold Separately
• Cashless Payment Option Available
• Custom Graphics Package Available

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Cashless Payment Systems & Custom Graphics Packages

The cashless models in the Ready Series offer unmatched convenience, featuring a programmable payment system with a card reader that enables customers to self-pay and serve themselves, making these units fully autonomous. Available for the ReadyPop, ReadyServe One, and ReadyServe (with payment systems sold separately), these models provide a seamless user experience.

Additionally, you can enhance the appeal of your Ready Series machine by upgrading with custom graphics packages. These large, full-color wraps bring your branding to life, making your machine visually engaging and attracting more customers. Custom graphics packages are available at an additional cost for the ReadyPop, ReadyServe One, and ReadyServe.



“The Ready Series elevates the customer experience. The hands-on interaction is fun, and it gives customers a reason to come back.”



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Make your popcorn vending machine more intriguing to customers!

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Gold Medal’s Premium Bulk Ready-to-Eat Gourmet Popcorn

When convenience and quality are top priorities, choose Gold Medal’s Premium Bulk Popcorn. Operators can save on labor by stocking the ReadyServe and ReadyServe One machines with Gold Medal’s Premium Bulk Popcorn. Designed for ease of use, the ReadyServe machines allow concession stands, convenience stores, movie theaters, and other venues to serve gourmet popcorn without the need for extra equipment or preparation. The popcorn is packaged in nitrogen-flushed premium mylar bags to ensure a 6-month shelf life, maintaining the popcorn’s peak freshness. Available flavors for dispensing in ReadyServe machines include Movie Theater Style Popcorn, Cheddar Popcorn, Caramel & Cheddar Mix, Kettle Corn, and the fan-favorite, OREO® Popcorn.

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Signature Shakes®

Enrich the popcorn experience even more with shake-on flavorings like bacon & cheese, garlic parmesan, or ranch, offering a versatile and exciting way to elevate the classic snack. Signature Shakes from Gold Medal provide a quick and easy way to transform popcorn into a gourmet treat, appealing to a wide range of taste preferences. These flavorings not only add variety to your menu but also encourage customers to experiment with different combinations, enhancing their overall snacking experience and driving repeat business.

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Butter Dispensers

The warm buttery flavored topping is one of the best parts of movie theater popcorn, creating that perfect, indulgent experience that keeps customers coming back for more. A butter dispenser not only ensures that every kernel is evenly coated with deliciousness, but it also allows for customizable portions, letting customers tailor their popcorn to their exact taste preferences. By adding a butter dispenser to your setup, you enhance the overall concession experience, driving higher customer satisfaction and potentially increasing sales.

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“It’s a smart investment for operators looking to maximize their revenue per square foot.”.



Top-Quality Products + Service You Can Trust

When you choose Gold Medal, you can be confident in the quality of your machine and the support you’ll receive. We’re invested in you. Gold Medal provides personal consultations, hands-on demos, and training. Our team consists of 17 branch locations and a worldwide distributor network. See firsthand why Gold Medal delivers the highest level of support in the industry.

The Ready Series line of popcorn vending machines can be a game changer for your business. If you’d like to learn more, start by connecting with one of our professional concession specialists. Call us today at 800-543-0862 or simply fill out the contact form and mention the Ready Series in your comments.

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