Our Story
“Delivering a New Vision for Automated Retail Kiosks”History and Current StatusCarts Blanche, Corp. based in Mobile, Alabama, was founded in 1995 by Annette Antoine Nolan. Originally, Carts Blanche designed and manufactured wooden push carts and kiosks. Carts Blanche designs are based on the seven principles of universal design making their products user friendly, accessible, safe and flexible to operators in both the standard and disability markets. The company’s hallmark was a customized approach and attention to detail, unmatched by existing competitors, offering a different viewpoint of the carting industry. Through the late 1990’s, Carts Blanche’s sales grew and business relationships developed with major corporations such as Nestles, Disney, Radisson Hotels, Holiday Inn and Aramark along with a host of individuals from around the globe. During this period, extensive market and product research continued within the cart, kiosk industry broadening into the concession, vending and catering arenas. Carts Blanche realized firsthand the weaknesses within these industries. In 2007 a new vision for the future was formulated. Through radical innovation and design Carts Blanche developed customized mobile automated commerce solutions for the concession, vending and catering industries. “VendaCarts” is a revolutionary concept for mobile automated retail sales combining the fast-turn, high-volume worlds of vending, concessions and catering with mobile real estate allows the owner to capitalize on new markets and new customers at a higher rate of return. This unique product breathes new life, strong growth, and increased profitability into the vending, concession and catering marketplace. The introduction of “VendaCarts” advances these industries to a new level of self service for their customers allowing daily business activities to be accomplished by one person while providing as many as up to twenty-three distinct profit centers on board each unit. This is convenience retailing at its finest. Since its inception in 1995, Carts Blanche formulated the company's philosophy: understanding consumer and industry needs. VendaCarts epitomizes this philosophy by keeping customers at the core when designing and delivering a unique, high profit turnkey mobile automated business. Driven by a tradition of growth in design and a commitment to excellence, Carts Blanche, is defined by its unique, innovative and intelligent solutions for mobile merchandising, marketing and sales. Mission Statement“Aspiring to inspire” as our ideal, Carts Blanche seeks to establish itself as the innovator of a new generation of concession, vending and catering products and “inspiration” to a world of new entrepreneurs. Vision StatementCarts Blanche seeks to capture the concession, vending and catering industries through the introduction of revolutionary and innovative products and to become one of the leading vending equipment manufacturers internationally. |
VendaCarts
Benefits
“A Rolling Profit Center offering Mobile Automated Retail Solutions”
Carts Blanche Corp. “VendaCarts” offers a comprehensive business design solution without the expense and delays of customization. The integration of mobility and automated machines moves vending from the traditional bricks-and-mortar into an untapped reservoir of customers and sales.
Consider the Investment Benefits:
Low overhead |
Ease of use |
- Security- The vending machines and other equipment is bolted to the frame of the trailer and then they are bolted to each other for added security. The side awning doors lock down encapsulating the machines inside. Optional security items such as wheel locks can be used on the unit making it almost impossible to tow away, alarms, cameras and added locks can be added as well.
- A one ton dually truck or van needed for towing
- The driver is not required to have a Commercial Drivers License.
- One person can transport, set-up and operate equipment and services.
- Set-up (approximately 4 hrs) unlock and open doors/awnings, connect to a power source, load vending machines and condiment stand if needed, start preplanned digital messaging and load ATM’s with cash.
Locations
VendaCarts combines the fast-turn, high volume world of vending with mobile real estate allowing you to capitalize on new markets and new customers. By combining vending machines with towable, self-contained trailers, you can now go where the masses are.
This is convenience retailing at its finest.
Unlimited Business Locations
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Standard Features/Specifications/Options
Carts Blanche has taken an imaginative approach to the design of modular/mobile automated kiosks. We use integrated thinking-interrelating everything throughout the design process by combining multiple technologies and industries; automated equipment, digital signage and ATM’s with mobility into an effective self serve business application named “VendaCarts”.
Models:
Features
- Built in the USA
- V-nose trailer-Dimensions-20'LX8'HX8.6'W and 27’LX8’HX8.6’W
- Body- all aluminum welded tubular frame, .040 fasteners less exterior aluminum -.050 is an option
- Tires-LT 235/85R16
- Running lights meet all DOT/ICC requirements
- Wheels within walls
- All aluminum flooring with wash out drains
- 50 foot shore power cord
- Spare tire and rim with hanger
- Rear door of trailer-located in center back
- 50 amp electrical service with 12v interior
- lighting, converter, 2 batteries
- 2-Interior ventilation fans
- 6-awning style doors on sides
- Service access door-road side v-nose
- 4-automatic leg leveling jacks. On VC2801-not needed on VC2802-as it will lower to frame and base pads.
- Tandem 7k axles
Product Line Features:
- Safety
- Easy to handle
- Smooth Exterior
- Rust Free Operation- Quality
- Space Utilization
- Heavy Duty Framing
- Safe and smooth Handling/Operation
- ADA Compliant
Options:
- High Visibility Marques: We offer custom styling with lighting options.
- Custom Graphics: We have a graphic designer to assist you with custom advertising
- Generators: A 20K generator will be needed to power the machinery on board.
- Exterior Colors: Choose from a wide selection of colored aluminum. White-standard, Colors available at additional cost.
- Security: Additional anti-theft and anti-intrusion devices, security cameras, alarms, and anti-towable wheel locks are offered.
- Built-in Security Vaults
Customer Service
Turnkey Business Solutions/Services/Advantages
Our Entrepreneurial, Training and Consultation, ETC division advances Carts Blanche beyond simply selling kiosks by offering customers a complete turnkey business opportunity. Customer service managers assist our customers with customized consultation and research support offering a direct access for service issues, product ordering and business resources.
Carts Blanche stated goal is to save customer 12 to 18 months of research and development time as they build their new business.
- Product ordering
- Research support
- Technical support
- Business resources
- Customized consultation
- Licensing and Permitting
- Aid in acquiring finance
- Location contact information
- Selection of vending machines
All our services are free and part of our ETC customer service division.
Carts Blanche is committed to customer service. Our customers success stories become our success story. For this we work diligently on your behalf.
Industry Links/Resources
- www.vendingtimes.com
- www.vendingmarketwatch.com
- www.automaticmerchandiser.com
- www.worldwidevending.org
Associations
International Festivals & Events Association |
International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions |
 Amusement and Music Operators Association www.abc-directory.com |
 Amusement and Music Operators Association www.amoa.com |
 Vending Connection www.vendingconnection.com |
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Terms and Conditions
When using the Carts Blanche, LLC web site or doing business with Seller (as defined below), you agree that all transactions shall be governed by these terms of service.
Purchaser agrees to purchase, and Seller agrees to sell the trailer(s) or equipment described in the written confirmation of your order. This written confirmation (“Confirmation”) at Seller’s option may be sent by email, facsimile transaction, postal or overnight carrier/delivery. The trailer(s) and/or equipment ordered shall be equipped with the options and specifications set out in the Confirmation.
This sales contract and the actual sale contract shall be deemed to be consummated in the state which the seller is located and the terms of this agreement shall be governed by applicable state law regardless of any conflicts of law considerations.
Deposit
When purchasing a “VendaCarts” custom trailer and additional equipment, 50% of the total amount has to be paid upon signing of the agreement: the other 50% is due upon completion of trailer and before delivery and/or pick-up date. We accept personal checks, business checks, Cashier’s Check, Cash or wire transfer.
All trailer deposits are non-refundable. When orders are canceled we incur damages that are hard to calculate, as a result the deposit will be considered liquidated damages to us.
Financing
Falcon Leasing, an affiliate of Falcon National Bank and “Third Party Financial Partner” for Carts Blanche, LLC provides short- and long-term loans and leases to businesses throughout the United States. In addition, Falcon provides SBA 7 (a) and 504 loans through Falcon National Bank and a network PLPs. Whether you are a vendor or franchisor looking to help your customer secure financing or a business owner looking for needed capital, we can help. Our wide array of products have helped businesses both small and large succeed in meeting their financial needs.
Additional information and links can be found on our “Partners” page.
Delivery
Delivery is available nationwide in the continental U.S. Shipping rates fluctuate due to higher/lower gas prices and highway fees (tolls) and the size of the trailer. Transportation is arranged with fully licensed 3rd party company with full insurance coverage.
We attempt to deliver all equipment by the specified date. We schedule the delivery once date is specified. There are however on occasion delays that are related to production schedule. If the delivery date is essential to you, we ask that you discuss this with your salesman upon ordering. We are committed to, monitoring your trailer from factory production to delivery and we will work diligently to meet specified timeline. Arrangements can be made if the buyer prefers to pick-up the trailer themselves at the manufacturing plant.
Limited Warranty Information
Your Carts Blanche, LLC “VendaCarts” trailer will be free from defective materials and/or workmanship to the original purchaser (“Original Purchaser”) for a period of five (5) years from date of purchase, when properly maintained, subject to the terms and conditions of the Limited Warranty. Complete information concerning the warranty can be obtained from Carts Blanche, LLC.
Insurance
We have a “Third Party Partner”, The Darling Agency, Inc. who offers coverage for our “VendaCarts” trailers.
More information concerning this company can be found on our “Partners” page.
“VendaMarts”
Carts Blanche LLC, is America’s premier “Mobile Automated Kiosk” manufacturer, with an
outstanding “ Healthy Nutritional Product Delivery System” for Food Deserts.
“VendaMarts” is an innovatively smart and technologically driven Mobile Automated Retail Store. The kiosk design is equipped with eight built-in refrigerated/frozen vending machines and a combination of technology units such as ATM’s, digital signage/LCD (optional). All equipment is configured with remote monitoring systems for easier business management in real time, online. The kiosk system runs on line power and/or generators. Automated machines accept a combination of cash, EBT, credit and debit cards for convenient fast transaction
Once on location, the exterior sides of the kiosk open creating awnings, exposing the ready to operate Healthy Nutritional VendaMarts store. The self-serve retail design allows daily business activities to be accomplished by a single person
The eight self-serve automated machines create a quick way to deliver retail items to more customers in a shorter time frame while offering quick convenience.
“VendaMarts” business model is an innovative, sophisticated and opportunistic answer to the challenge of delivering healthy nutritional products to “Food Deserts”.
“VendaMarts” refrigerated/frozen automated machines have extreme versatility built right into them, and are one of the simplest vending machines to service in the entire industry. They are configured to vend immediate consumables in larger, safe, pre-packaged containers/trays of six apples, oranges, potatoes, squash or a head of lettuce, broccoli, etc. The machines are also Energy Star Tier 11 certified which is the highest standard in the industry.
Please give us a call and an opportunity to explain in further detail how beneficial our” Healthy Nutritional “VendaMarts” kiosks are as a “Food Desert” delivery system.
Click HERE to download VendaMarts Power Point Presentation.
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News / Press
Press
Aug 3rd, 2010 - CoinopTODAY.com
July 15th, 2010 - EzineArticles.com
July 14th, 2010 - PressExposure.com
June 9th, 2010 - Vending Market Watch
June 2nd, 2010 - CoinopTODAY.com
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Partners
Our partners are chosen based on knowing and serving our customers’ needs
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Vending Machine Manufacturers
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, there is no need for additional overhead; and office, warehouse, rent and utilities. Home and automobile dedications are allowed. Our mobile automated stores bridge the gap between the vending, catering and concession industries reaping the benefits of vast untapped markets. The VendaCarts mobile kiosk wheels vending into multi-billion dollar marketplaces providing new product offerings, faster service and significant profit potential. VendaCarts is convenience retailing at its finest. There are literally hundreds of different items and brands available for automated sales. The list is endless- everything from food and beverage items to non-food items such as financial services, live bait, t-shirts, baseball caps, sports memorabilia, C.D.’s, literature classics, umbrellas, soccer balls, Bibles, make-up, clothing, cars, real-estate and cellular phones. If it can be packaged it can be vended. There are vending machines that make all types of foods; spinning cotton candy while you wait, popping pop corn while you watch, delivering cooked hot dogs, preparing ice cream from scratch etc. Businesses are required by federal, state, and local government to be in compliance with regulations. Event coordinators are also familiar with requirements at the events they manage. We can help direct you to these entities as part of your market research. This is a business opportunity designed to fit into your life-style and help fulfill your personal and financial goals. There is extreme flexibility with VendaCarts business. You can run it as a full time business at work site locations; plant shut downs, university settings, parks or resorts or if you’re interested in a part time business then specialty event venues such as festivals, ball parks, rodeos, arts and craft shows or car races would be perfect locations. We have multiple payment options available for our customers: Once you select the kiosk that meets your needs we begin the process. The VendaCarts kiosk closes up completely when not in use and has several standard security devices such as locks on the side awnings and rear door and the vending machines are bolted down. Other optional devices can be added such as security cameras, alarms, an anti-towable wheel lock and bars across the front of the vending machines if required. These matters are addressed to fit each customer’s needs. Theft can be virtually eliminated. Yes, we will make arrangements for your unit to be delivered to you by a third party shipping company. You will have to prepay for shipping and delivery. The fee will be calculated for you before unit is shipped. We can also make arrangements for you to pick up your kiosk at our manufacturing site. We deliver your VendaCarts turnkey business within ten weeks from receipt of order and provided all decisions regarding the vending machines, ATM’s and/or digital signage etc. have been made within the first two weeks of construction. The kiosk design allows daily business activities to be accomplished by one person while providing as many as up to twenty three distinct profit centers on board each unit. The unit is completely automated for ease of use. A minimal time is required for set-up and take-down and can be managed by a single person. The time varies depending on the amount of inventory in each machine however it takes an average of twenty five minutes each. The work is easy and fun. Drive to your location set up, load product into machines and walk away until time to restock. There are four vending machines on the 20’ unit two on each side and eight vending machines on the standard 27’ unit, four on each side. Four ATM’s can be located on both the 20’ and 27’ unit. A one ton dually truck or van is required because of weight capacity. We have location contact information for specialty events in your local and field of interest. Other locations such as work sites, shut downs and remote sites will need to be sought out by the customer. Carts Blanche will work closely with you to provide answers to your technical questions. Vending machine manufacturers supply manuals, warranties and support with their equipment. Yes there are four machines on the 20’ unit, two on each side and eight machines on the 27’ unit, four on each side. We have a graphic designer that can assist with thematic customization of both the vending machines, the exterior of the VendaCarts kiosk and Marques where applicable. Today there are hundreds of automatic merchandising machines to choose from. The product selections range from food and beverage machines, arcade games, ATM’s, change makers and units that sell everything from food and beverage to electronics, postal supplies, toys and clothes. We will be happy to assist you in selecting the machines that fit your needs. There are no franchise fees or contracts connected with the VendaCarts turnkey package. These services are free under our Entrepreneurial Training and Consultation, ETC customer service division. |
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Carts Blanche, LLC. | 1611 Government St. | Mobile, AL 36604 | Office: (251) 786-5852 | an@cartsblancheonline.com | www.cartsblancheonline.com
