No matter the state of the industry, redemption always thrives in one shape or form, which is testament to the enduring demand for the medium, writes Mark Griffith.
TICKET redemption remains one of the amusement industry’s driving forces as it continues to attract both new and long-term players in a variety of markets around the world.
The US is a clear example of the way in which ticket redemption has forged a path in the industry. The average monthly income per machine is US$1,200, with direct-vend alternatives such as cranes bringing in around $1,300. The surging numbers of FECs in the US has only gone on to fuel redemption’s prominence; each location’s significant product offering contributes 33 per cent to an FEC’s overall income, including F&B.
