The Dutch introduces coffee to America.

Chinese produce coin operated pencil vendors.

Coffee is first cultivated.

Flavored coffees, espresso, cappuccino introduced in machines.

NAMA approves industry-wide Data Transfer Standard. & Bag-in-box syrup containers installed in cold beverage machines.

First remote wireless transmission of data from machines to warehouses.

Coffee becomes world’s most popular beverage with over 400 billion cups consumed every year.

The “Internet Coffee Service Industry” (ICS) is pioneered by combining technology with efficient worldwide distribution channels.

National Coffee Service Association merged with NAMA. & New dollar coin introduced by US Mint.

NAMA created FitPick®, a healthy vending and micro market labeling program, to help vending operators and consumers identify products that meet recognized nutrition guidelines.