Name: Thecoventures
Address: Vadodara, Gujarat, IN
Telephone: +91-97277-65220
Price range: ₹₹

Question 1

How much does a snacks vending machine cost in India?

Accepted Answer

The Refuel range starts from ₹1.5 lakhs (transport charges are extra). Final pricing depends on the configuration — cooling zones, screen size, capacity and software plan. Share your site details and we will send a written quote within 24 hours.

Question 2

Can I rent a vending machine instead of buying it?

Accepted Answer

We primarily sell vending machines outright — you own the asset, keep the full margin and there are no monthly lock-ins. Rentals are available only for verified corporate customers, subject to site survey and minimum tenure.

Question 3

Which brands can be sold from a Thecoventures vending machine?

Accepted Answer

You can stock any Indian FMCG brand — Lay's, Kurkure, Bingo, Parle-G, Hide & Seek, Frooti, Real, Thums Up, Limca, Bisleri, Nescafé, Maggi and more. In line with the current healthy-snacking trend, you can also keep protein bars, oats bars, dry-fruit mixes, muesli cups, cold-pressed juices, low-sugar drinks and other healthy items. We help you plan the product mix based on your footfall and audience.

Question 4

Do the machines accept UPI and cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every Refuel machine ships cashless-ready with UPI, QR, cards and wallets built in. RFID / prepaid card / employee-card based dispensing is additionally available on a chargeable basis.

Question 5

Where in India do you install and service vending machines?

Accepted Answer

We install pan-India and maintain a technician network across major cities including Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore, Delhi NCR, Hyderabad, Chennai and Kolkata.

Question 6

What is the uptime SLA on your vending machines?

Accepted Answer

Our AMC customers get a 98% uptime SLA backed by remote telemetry, planned refills and a fast-response technician network.

Question 7

Can I get a PPE vending machine for my factory or hospital?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Refuel SAFE dispenses PPE (gloves, masks, glasses, ear-plugs, consumables) with employee-ID or RFID authentication and full audit logs — used in factories, hospitals and labs for compliance.

Question 8

Do you provide AMC (Annual Maintenance Contract)?

Accepted Answer

Yes. AMC includes scheduled visits, remote diagnostics, spare-parts, priority response and a 98% uptime SLA. Available for machines you buy from us as well as select existing machines.

Question 9

How long does it take to install a vending machine?

Accepted Answer

Delivery timelines depend on your location and whether the requested machine configuration is in ready stock — typically 7–14 business days. Payment-gateway onboarding usually takes an additional 15–20 days, provided all documents are shared as per the payment gateway's policy. Any applicable charges will be mentioned upfront in the agreement.

Question 10

Where is Thecoventures based?

Accepted Answer

Thecoventures is headquartered in Vadodara, Gujarat, India with pan-India installations and a service partner network across major Indian cities.

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