New Mexico State University
OP-T2-16: Vending Machine Sensors

2bU is a new vending machine that we are using in a residence hall and our student union. Some of the advanced technology features are as follows:
1. It has an interactive LCD screen that lets customers peruse nutritional and dietary information for products before the purchase
2) Adjustable dual temperature zone allows drinks to stay cold and keep snacks at room temperature, thus saving energy
3) LED lighting
4) Motion sensor dimmers help conserve energy
5) Energy Star rating offers the highest energy efficiency levels for vending machines in the industry
6) We are stocking some locally produced and distributed snacks that are more health oriented than the usual snack machines
7) Organic, gluten-free, and vegan food are a few of the options of healthy food

NMSU "Hotline" Announcement 9.28.2012: Last year, Mesilla Valley Snacks introduced the Fit Pick program to NMSU vending machines highlighting items containing no more than 35% of their calories from fat, no more than 10% from saturated fat, and no more than 35% of their total weight from sugar (nuts and seeds excluded). This year, Mesilla Valley Snacks is introducing new 2BU snack machines that offer organic, all-natural, sustainably sourced & produced, locally-sourced, vegan, and gluten-free snacks. The first machine is currently located in the Garcia Hall lobby, while a second machine is placed in Corbett Center Student Union. The machines themselves are also sustainable as they are equipped with LED lighting and a dimmer/motion sensor for ultra-low power consumption and features an LCD screen that provides an interactive display of nutritional content. Purchases can be made by credit/debit cards or with cash. Should the 2BU program prove successful, additional machines will be added to campus.