http://www.unitedvendgroup.com/Recent news from United Marketing.60d085ffea-bab9-4565-ae56-57a8623661b3http://www.unitedvendgroup.com/news.aspx/soda-vending-machine-volusia-public-schools-strike-deal-with-cocacolaThe public school system in Volusia County, Florida has inked a deal with Coca-Cola to serve up healthier soda and beverage offerings, with an emphasis on water, juice, sports drinks and diet soda. Income received from this deal will fund all kinds of activities throughout the school district.Wed, 16 Jun 2010 15:31:00 GMTebfe86e5-7084-4c70-9eb8-d42ba20a2990http://www.unitedvendgroup.com/news.aspx/soda-vending-machine-cocacola-comments-on-the-soda-taxSoda giant Coca-Cola has recently commented on the soda tax. Coca-Cola's CFO Gary Fayard said that the soda industry is an easy target, but they must pull together to fight the tax. The soda tax is being implemented as an opportunity for tax revenue and as a supposed way to reduce obesity.Tue, 15 Jun 2010 14:21:00 GMT6bd8f2fd-9ffe-4195-89d0-f70f6a0c4284http://www.unitedvendgroup.com/news.aspx/soda-vending-machine-soda-tax-success-doubtful-at-bestA tax on soda has been a debate for a while, mostly due to state budget deficits. However, many feel that it would not be as beneficial as some state legislators may think. In this article, we evaluate the reasons why a soda tax may or may not be beneficial. Fri, 11 Jun 2010 18:08:00 GMT225efae5-41e1-47a0-b37a-bce1f9fc8765http://www.unitedvendgroup.com/news.aspx/nutritional-labeling-on-vending-machines-an-updateIt could take the FDA up to one year or more to formulate a plan to enact the standards requiring some restaurant and vending machine owners to provide nutritional and calorie information in label form to customers. Thu, 10 Jun 2010 20:36:00 GMTeb48ef56-c3cd-4bda-9f4a-4b90e1a71ad2http://www.unitedvendgroup.com/news.aspx/drink-vending-machine-cocacola-still-competitive-even-after-100-years-of-operationCoca-Cola is a long-standing soda company, around 100 years in fact. And they've managed to keep up with the competition and remain solid players in the United States, and the global beverage market. As competition expands around the globe for the beverage market, so does the efforts of Coca-Cola.Wed, 09 Jun 2010 18:00:00 GMT81729ce1-9937-4e94-aafd-82059b0c6ebfhttp://www.unitedvendgroup.com/news.aspx/soda-vending-machine-cocacola-dr-pepper-strike-715-million-distribution-dealThe Coca-Cola group has seen the light, at least with the value and popularity of Dr Pepper. The company has reached a deal with the Dr Pepper Snapple Group Inc., to distribute some of its soda brands. We've said that Dr Pepper is a hot-seller this year, and now Coca-Cola agrees!Tue, 08 Jun 2010 14:02:00 GMT6723f6d9-9973-4669-a6d7-1281ea6615dfhttp://www.unitedvendgroup.com/news.aspx/snack-vending-machine-the-battle-over-obesity-large-snack-food-companies-under-pressurePublic advocates and the efforts in Washington are trying to put large food companies under pressure to combat obesity, by challenging the snack food that we eat in America. The companies are responding by supporting the efforts, and trying to change-up recipes for a healthier benefit. Mon, 07 Jun 2010 14:45:00 GMT0ec14eb5-3718-476a-99bd-304a76d09b8bhttp://www.unitedvendgroup.com/news.aspx/soda-vending-machine-the-tax-on-soda-continuedThe debate over soda tax continues, as state governments see it as a source of tax revenue, but others find that an additional tax isn't the best option. In this article, we examine the soda tax, and elaborate on the root causes and future effects of the tax.Thu, 03 Jun 2010 14:13:00 GMT948558fb-f223-48c1-8594-9c9d37867531http://www.unitedvendgroup.com/news.aspx/soda-vending-machine-price-the-key-factor-for-soda-salesThe price of soda is still the number one factor for purchasing power. This was reinforced over Memorial Day, as many Wal-Mart patrons flocked to the soda aisle for cheaper soda prices; the price for a typical 24 pack was being sold anywhere from $3.77 to $5. This change made it hard for suppliers to keep up with demand.Wed, 02 Jun 2010 14:18:00 GMT88618759-a11c-46be-b737-8bc92e4e122ehttp://www.unitedvendgroup.com/news.aspx/healthy-snack-vending-machine-the-sweets-and-snacks-expo-in-chicago-2010The Sweets and Snacks Expo was held in Chicago this week, and some interesting newly developed treats are showing off a healthier side of sugary snacks. Treats that promote a healthier message are becoming more common, with increased pressure from lawmakers to combat obesity and push unhealthier snack food aside.Fri, 28 May 2010 14:34:00 GMT