| abstract |
Apparatus for dispensing products is disclosed. Certain embodiments of the apparatus include a housing adapted to store a plurality of products, at least one product dispensing mechanism within the housing, at least one theft deterrent mechanism for securing products within the housing, a power source within the housing, an electric motor within the housing for activating the product dispensing mechanism, and an operable control button mounted on the exterior of the housing and electronically connected to the power source and the motor so that activation of the button operates the motor. The apparatus may include a time delay to prevent multiple dispensing within a particular time period. The apparatus may include a sound producing mechanism to alert others of the dispensing of a product. |