Altura Coffee has been in the business of importing the finest beans available from around the world, roasting and blending locally and then supplying some of Australia’s leading restaurants, cafes and hotels for many years. Responding to the market, they decided to share the product of their labours with a wider group of discriminating coffee drinkers. They did this by forming Altura Espresso Vending with the purpose of installing coffee vending machines in workplaces at no cost to the business owner. This provided staff with the opportunity to readily obtain first grade gourmet coffee without having to leave the office and allowed them to consume the coffee whilst it remained at the desired temperature.