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Soda Machines, Coolers & Dispensers => Pre 60's Machines & Coolers => Topic started by: on August 09, 2003, 06:58:54 pm



Title: Atlas
Post by: on August 09, 2003, 06:58:54 pm
I am searching for information on a coke machine manufacturer called ATLAS.I believe the real name was "ATLAS TOOL AND MANUFACTURING".Started in ST. LOUIS then moved to DALLAS.They made coke machines from the 1930's to 1950's.Does anybody know where I can find info on their machines or where I could buy parts?I would appreciate any help!......phrebba.............


Title: Atlas
Post by: on August 11, 2003, 04:00:45 am
This must be a tough question.Does anybody know where I can go to find info!Thanks!


Title: Atlas
Post by: Jim on August 12, 2003, 06:43:41 am
Sorry for the lack of response...

And yes, Altas information can be very difficult to locate! What information are you looking to acquire?
I'm not sure what parts you're looking for but you'll have to search high and low for parts.
What model Atlas cooler(s) do you have?


Title: Atlas
Post by: on August 13, 2003, 06:26:40 am
I do not know the exact model #.It is not in my possession yet.It does have a brass tag on it that says 2779 on it.It is a chest type cooler,and will either take 2 nickles or 1 dime.I don't need any parts yet,but do like to be prepared.I am trying to find ANY info I can.Thanks.


Title: Atlas
Post by: on August 14, 2003, 11:48:09 am
Anybody know other sites that I might be able to find ATLAS info? Thanks


Title: Atlas
Post by: Jim on August 15, 2003, 07:07:40 am
Can you post a larger photo showing more of the cooler...?

What additional information are you seeking?
Year of Manufacture, Model...

Once you know the model, you could contact various Parts Suppliers to see if any have a service manual...


Title: Atlas
Post by: on August 19, 2003, 08:29:33 am
I was told this is an "ATLAS SENIOR" style cooler,but do not know how to verify this.Cannot find model # on this machine.Tag on this machine says"Manufactured by"ATLAS METAL WORKS",DALLAS, TEXAS.Serial #EC8434J.These are some other pictures.I would like to find year of manufacture,model # and a manual.If anybody can help I certainly would appreciate it.


Title: Atlas
Post by: on August 19, 2003, 08:31:44 am
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Title: Atlas
Post by: on August 19, 2003, 08:33:25 am
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Title: Atlas
Post by: on August 19, 2003, 08:34:51 am
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Title: Atlas
Post by: on August 19, 2003, 08:36:13 am
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Title: Atlas
Post by: on August 19, 2003, 03:50:43 pm
Hello,

I know little about soda-machines.  Bought my first a few months ago, found this website, and have been following the various conversations learning what I can.  What I do know is what I like, and I think your machine is really neat.  Good luck.


Title: Atlas
Post by: on August 19, 2003, 05:19:00 pm
wgurk,
Thanks,I really like it too.Why is it soo hard to find info?Right now it is more for show.I have a pepsi machine from the early 60's that I let the kids and their friends use.They think it's the coolest(he he) thing they ever saw.It takes 8,10 or 12oz. bottles.The expression on their faces is worth $1,000,000.


Title: Atlas
Post by: on August 19, 2003, 06:07:18 pm
Hello Again,

Why is it so hard to find out about?  How about small manufacturer, limited distribution area, short company life span.  Any or all of them.  Your pictures shows a good looking machine in good shape.  And, for all the reasons that make it difficult to find out about, make it rare, unique, and special.  Hang in there and enjoy knowing that you have something special.  Things have a way of ultimately working out.


Title: Atlas
Post by: on August 21, 2003, 08:46:54 am
Well,not much luck with the "ATLAS COOLER" but here is my "PEPSI MACHINE" that the kids use.


Title: Atlas
Post by: on August 21, 2003, 01:07:04 pm
Hello again,

Also not a bad looking machine.  But, I must confess to being a diehard Coke fan.  Still a nice machine.


Title: Atlas
Post by: on August 21, 2003, 02:59:15 pm
That's ok,theres 8oz. coke bottles in the machine too.There is a little bit of everything in this machine.I'm not partial to one manufacturer.


Title: Atlas
Post by: on August 21, 2003, 08:42:13 pm
This"ATLAS" cooler is 39"Long x39" tall x19"deep.I talked to a couple of people and they said according to "JEFF WALTERS BOOK",it is an"ATLAS JUNIOR ELECTRIC" cooler with a 10 cent  coin unit.The coin unit is manufactured by "NATIONAL COIN UNIT(NATIONAL REJECTORS INC.).It was made from the mid to late 1950's. Now you know as much as I do.If you find any more info PLEASE POST.Thanks


Title: Atlas
Post by: on August 25, 2003, 08:01:55 am
JOHNIEG,
Thanks for the coinco info.I appreciate it very much.