Staking claim to your machine

You need something attached to your machine that identifies it as belonging to you and also gives contact information in case of a problem or somebody wants to buy your route, sell theirs, whatever. The first machine I bought (used, of course!) had a piece of notebook paper with the owner's name and phone number written on it, scotch taped to the back of the machine. Now that inspires confidence, doesn't it? I'd certainly want that person putting his machines in my place of business and servicing them regularly... NOT!

Even though I'm new to this business, I know what kind of business I'd want to deal with if I were on the other side, and I aim to be that kind of business. So here's a sample of my ID Labels, which are simple return address labels.

I've also heard of vendor disputes over ownership of a machine. Therefore, I recommend that as well as the label on the outside, you place one on the inside of your machine as well. If the outside sticker has been removed and another vendor tries to claim that your machine is his, simply pull out your key, unlock the machine, and show him the label.

P.S. I'm also in the process of ordering a couple of polo shirts with my logo on them. I'll share those too when available.