1920-1970s Manufactures

American Vending Machine Company

An early manufacturer of soda vending machines, Known for producing reliable and durable machines during the mid-20th century.

Cavalier Corporation

Renowned for models like the C-51 and C-72, Cavalier machines were iconic in the 1950s and 1960s, featuring a distinctive red and white design.()

Dixie-Narco

A prominent brand of soda vending machines located in Williston, South Carolina, known for models like the 276E and 501E, which were widely used in the 1960s and 1970s. 

Coolerette

Specialized in compact, countertop soda machines, Coolerette machines were popular in the 1920s and 1930s for their space-saving design.()

Heinz Vending Machine Company

Known for producing early refrigerated vending machines in the 1930s, Heinz machines were among the first to offer cold beverages to consumers.()

Ideal Vending Company

Produced machines like the Ideal 55 and Ideal 77 in the 1940s and 1950s, known for their reliability and distinctive design.()

Kelvinator

A division of the American Motors Corporation, Kelvinator produced soda vending machines in the 1950s, known for their durability and innovative features.()

Jacobs Manufacturing Company

Renowned for creating unique and aesthetically pleasing vending machines, Jacobs machines are easily recognizable due to their mailbox-like round tops. 

LowBoy

Produced compact countertop soda machines in the 1950s, LowBoy machines were popular for their space-saving design and ease of use.()

Lyon Vending Machine Company

Known for producing durable and reliable soda vending machines in the 1940s and 1950s, Lyon machines were widely used in various settings.()

Giants Vending Machine Company

Produced large-capacity soda vending machines in the 1930s and 1940s, Giant machines were designed to meet the growing demand for cold beverages.()

Glascock Vending Company

Invented the first Coca-Cola vending machine in 1929,

were among the earliest to offer cold beverages to consumers. 

Mills Novelty Company

A major manufacturer of vending machines, Mills produced soda machines like the Model 47 in the 1920s and 1930s, known for their durability and innovative features.() 

Victor Vending Machine Company

Produced soda vending machines in the 1930s and 1940s, Victor machines were known for their reliability and distinctive design.()

Vendo Company

A leading manufacturer of soda vending machines, Vendo produced models like the Vendo 44 and Vendo 81 in the 1950s and 1960s, known for their durability and iconic design.()

Westinghouse Electric Corporation

soda vending machines in the 1940s and 1950s, Westinghouse machines were known for their innovative features and reliability.()

Vendorlator (VMC)

A major manufacturer of vending machines, Vendorlator produced soda machines like the VMC 27 and VMC 44 in the 1950s, known for their durability and distinctive design.