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A healthier workplace in 2026: vending refreshments that boost productivity

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Vending refreshments such as coffee, fresh food and filtered drinking water can significantly improve employee wellbeing and productivity

It’s already February 2026, and our goal of providing vital refreshments to hard-working staff is as strong as ever. A key part of how to create a healthier workplace is recognising the link between nutrition, hydration, and productivity.

At Coinadrink, we know that eating healthier doesn’t just support general wellbeing. It boosts productivity too. As workplaces evolve alongside awareness of healthy eating and healthy workplace culture, our mission is to ensure employees have access to quality refreshments that fuel focus and energy, from quality coffee to hydration stations and healthy work snacks.

February 15, 2026/0 Comments/by Alistair Ward

Quicker hot drinks for busy workplaces with modern hot drinks vending machines

Coffee Vending Machines, Coffee, Featured, Hot Drinks Machines, Vending Machines, Tea Machines

Modern hot drinks vending machines offer better quality beverages at work

In today’s workplace, employee satisfaction and productivity go hand-in-hand with the quality of everyday experiences. And hot drinks are no exception. A premium hot drinks vending machine from Coinadrink transforms ordinary beverage breaks into café-style moments that staff actually look forward to.

Whether you’re outfitting a busy canteen, breakout area, reception space or factory floor, hot drinks vending machines delivers a superior refreshment experience while supporting your wider workplace culture goals.

January 20, 2026/0 Comments/by Alistair Ward

New year, new workplace: office coffee trends for 2026

Coffee, Featured, Vending Machines, Pod and Capsule Machines, Bean to Cup Coffee Machines, Fresh Milk Coffee Machines, Coffee Vending Machines, Tea Machines

Explore the office coffee trends that you can get on board with in 2026.

The start of a new year is one of the busiest planning periods for organisations reviewing their workplace amenities. As businesses reset budgets, refine employee experience strategies, and adapt to ever-changing work patterns, office coffee continues to play a surprisingly central role.

In 2026, office coffee is about far more than caffeine. From sustainability and wellbeing to smart technology, workplace coffee solutions are evolving quickly. Below, we explore the key coffee trends for 2026 and what they mean for offices looking to invest in better coffee this year.

January 16, 2026/0 Comments/by Alistair Ward

Celebrating Progress, People and Purpose in 2025

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As 2025 draws to a close, it’s a wonderful moment to pause and reflect on a year marked by growth, innovation, relationships and community. Coinadrink has continued to push boundaries in workplace refreshment solutions, while staying grounded in the values that make us who we are: quality service, a supportive culture, and a deep respect for the people we work with every day.

Here’s a look back on the moments that made this year truly special.

December 19, 2025/0 Comments/by Alistair Ward

Welcoming Lavanya Pinchabaduge back with us!

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We welcomed Lavanya Pinchabaduge back with us for two weeks over the summer 2025 holidays, following her initial weeks' work experience in July.

At Coinadrink, we’ve always believed that people are at the heart of what we do. Whether it’s our customers, our partners, or our own colleagues, relationships matter. And one of the ways we nurture that belief is by supporting young people as they begin to explore their future careers.

September 29, 2025/0 Comments/by Alistair Ward

Why a vending service is better than buying your own machine

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Coinadrink's vending service is a hassle-free way to upgrade your on-site refreshment solution.

For many workplaces, the idea of providing a vending machine for workplace refreshments is attractive. But when it comes to deciding how to do it, business owners often ask the same question: should we buy our own machine or invest in a professional vending service?

At Coinadrink, we believe a vending service is almost always the smarter choice. It’s more cost-effective, less stressful, and delivers far more value than going it alone. Here’s why.

September 16, 2025/0 Comments/by Alistair Ward

Coinadrink Limited and Thomas Dudley: vending a fabulous working relationship

Water Coolers, Featured, Cold Drinks Machines, Snack Machines, Fresh Food Machines, Hot Drinks Machines, Customer Service, Vending Machines, Coffee Vending Machines, Water Dispensers

Thomas Dudley team up with Coinadrink Limited for their fully managed vending machine services.

At Coinadrink, we’ve always believed that strong partnerships are built on trust, understanding, and a shared commitment to quality. Recently, we had the pleasure of welcoming Thomas Dudley, a long-established manufacturer in the Black Country, as a new customer.

Read the fascinating story behind this exciting relationship.

September 4, 2025/0 Comments/by Alistair Ward

Workplace coffee trends: How Coinadrink can enhance your office brew

Workplace Design, Productivity, Wellbeing, Coffee, Featured, Traditional Coffee Machines, Hot Drinks Machines, Pod and Capsule Machines, Coffee Vending Machines, Offices

Coffee, java, joe. The fuel of the working day, and one of the best imported products to become a mainstay in British culture – from the coffee shop chains all the way to coffee machines in the workplace.

And while we’ve got a handle on great coffee here at Coinadrink, we can’t change what is steadily a constant in the world of brewing – new trends come and go, and sometimes they change the whole game in their stride.

Here’s what we’ve learned about the change in coffee consumption across the world of work, plus a bit extra on how we can deliver a hot beverage service to you that’ll not just improve taste but morale and productivity too.

August 12, 2025/0 Comments/by Ben Jennings

We’re heading back to Flight Club, Birmingham, for our next Staff Social event!

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Coinadrink is heading back to Flight Club, Birmingham, for our second staff social event

At Coinadrink, we’ve always believed that a happy team is a strong team. We spend a lot of time working hard together, so it’s just as important to take a step back, relax, and enjoy each other’s company in a different setting.

That’s why we’re so excited to announce that this September, we’ll be heading back to Flight Club in Birmingham for our second staff social event!

August 1, 2025/0 Comments/by Alistair Ward

What products can you stock in a fresh food vending machine?

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There's so much variety of fresh food from either a fresh food vending machine, Smart Fridge or Micro Market

Fresh food vending machines are a core part of our vending service here at Coinadrink. They provide the anchor for a workplace breakfast & lunch solution. Instead of staff relying on home-packed lunches, going off-site, or even spending on a midday takeaway, chilled food vending machines provide quality choice on-site at an affordable price.

You’d be surprised how many different options can be stocked in a food vending machine. Here are some of the many options that are already lining up to become the things that workers rush to buy.

July 14, 2025/0 Comments/by Alistair Ward