| 摘要 |
The security appartus for vending machines defined herein protects the machine from theft of the money and product contained within and deters vandalism; The vending machine is protected by a device that goes around (horizontally) and under the machine (vertically). All four sides and bottom are encased where the vertical piece supports the horizontal strap. The front of this device has a hinging guard bar with a place to put a lock on the opposite side of hinge. This device does not have to attach to the machine; therefore, no holes are drilled into machine; Yet, if preferred, the device has hole(s) for optional attachment(s) to another machine, wall or floor. This device can have optional features to added strength and security of the device such as a shield around the hinges, a shield around the lock, additional tubing around any part of the device, and a shield that protects the housing of the money contained within. The device can pivot and lock into an upright position or can be disassembled for shipping and storing purposes; and it can be installed by unlocking from the upright position and rotating the horizontal framework to the back of the machine. This device is economical, practical and easy to install and solves problems associated with vending machine theft.
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