Vending machine and automated retailer AVT, Inc. has noticed an increase in interest in their automated medicine dispensing systems, more secure versions of traditional vending machines that can be used by hospitals, doctor offices, pharmacies, alternative heath clinics and marijuana dispensaries. The company’s newly-designed systems provide for the automated dispensing and secure storage of medicines and regulated products.

While only two states have, so far, legalized the recreational use of marijuana and cannabis products, there are now 23 states, plus Washington D.C., that have legalized the substance for medical purposes. So, the market is there, and potentially growing, as more states consider either medicinal use or recreational.

Even in traditionally conservatives states the movement toward liberalization of the substance is increasing, even though the federal government still considers any use, possession or distribution a criminal offense. [Read More…]