For larger workplaces, a traditional canteen has long been a popular way to provide employees with food and refreshments. But as workplaces become more flexible, businesses are looking for refreshment solutions that can better accommodate different working patterns, available space and employee needs. If you’re considering introducing a canteen, or reviewing the refreshment facilities you…
Is working from home better for business? It is a question that has dominated workplace discussions since the pandemic. Employees have argued for flexibility, while businesses have questioned productivity, collaboration and culture. But perhaps the question itself is wrong. A more useful question might be: what kind of workplace experience helps people do their best work?…
Britain has always had a strong relationship with coffee. But the way we drink it is changing – and workplaces may need to change with it. The latest research from the British Coffee Association (BCA) estimates that 103 million cups of coffee are now consumed across the UK every day. That’s around 5 million more cups…
As businesses continue to place greater emphasis on employee experience, workplace coffee has become about much more than providing a quick caffeine fix. For busy workplaces, having convenient access to high-quality hot drinks can support better breaks, encourage social interaction and give employees a simple way to recharge throughout the working day. That is why…
Ask most people what comes to mind when they hear the word vending and the answer is probably fairly predictable. A machine in a workplace, shopping centre or leisure centre. A packet of crisps. A chocolate bar. Perhaps a can of fizzy drink. But that image of vending is increasingly out of date. The UK vending, coffee…
We’re incredibly proud to share that we’ve been named Best Overall Operator at The Vendies Awards 2026! The awards took place at the De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms in London on Wednesday 3rd June, bringing together the very best of the UK vending and workplace refreshment industry. Our Managing Director Tom Williams attended on the…
As businesses across the manufacturing sector continue to prioritise employee wellbeing in 2026, refreshment facilities are playing a more important role than ever. For busy production environments, providing convenient, high-quality food and drink isn’t just about keeping people fuelled, it’s about supporting morale, productivity, and overall workplace satisfaction. For PP Control & Automation, a leading…
Picture this. You’re settled in for a day of work, you’re at your desk, and you get thirsty. You go to the kitchen or breakroom, take out a glass and fill it up with water from the tap. But maybe there’s an odd taste, or smell, or even feel within the mouth. Suddenly, quenching thirst…
As we move into spring, with its blue skies, greener grass, and earlier sunrises, it’s easy to overlook one key change: rising temperatures. Staying cool isn’t just about comfort; it’s essential for maintaining focus and productivity throughout the workday. Many assume the best way to beat the heat is to invest in air conditioning, switch…
Coinadrink Limited was the first UK operator to embrace the smart vending revolution with our Micro Market facility. Recognising where workplace refreshment solutions were heading over the coming years, we took inspiration from the American model and adapted it to our own vision through software and technology that has always been bespoke to our company.