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Ohio Vending & Entertainment’s story begins in 1937 when Roy Fankhauser saw the future in jukeboxes and amusement machines—straight off the trains, into local Ohio bars. It wasn’t just about machines—it was about creating entertainment where it mattered. His son, Roy Fankhauser II, took the reins in 1987, ushering in the digital revolution—turning mechanicals into modern digital entertainment. Today, Ohio Vending stands tall as a legacy of service. As the original Roy put it: anyone can get the gear, but nobody matches our service. That’s why, after all these years, we’re still the ones elevating Ohio’s bar scene—one game at a time.
So, in 1987, when Arachnid approached us, Roy Fankhauser II recognized the potential in electronic dart machines. Shifting from steel-tipped darts to soft-tips didn’t just increase safety—no more projectiles flying in a bar—it also created a new revenue stream. What was once a free pastime became a cornerstone of league play. Today, those leagues span counties, driving midweek revenue and turning quiet nights into buzzing, fun-filled events for everyone involved.
