Seaga Manufacturing, a global leader in automated retail and intelligent inventory control solutions, has announced the acquisition of Three Square Market, one of the most recognized innovators in the micromarket segment of the convenience services industry. The deal strengthens Seaga’s capabilities in micromarkets and expands its integrated vending ecosystem, combining Three Square Market’s industry-leading micromarket kiosks, software platforms, secure payment technology, and market design and build services with Seaga’s existing automated retail portfolio.
Together, the two companies will deliver a complete unattended retail platform helping convenience service operators deploy scalable solutions that include vending, micromarkets and inventory control systems with advanced data insights. Three Square Market’s platform enables consumers to shop, scan, and pay seamlessly through kiosk and mobile experiences, while giving operators tools for inventory management, analytics, and route optimization. The company also designs and manufactures complete micromarket build-outs, including cabinetry, coolers, fixtures, and custom signage, helping operators launch retail environments ready for opening day.
Seaga was founded nearly four decades ago and is headquartered in Freeport, Illinois, with additional manufacturing and business operations in New Delhi, India; Kearneysville, West Virginia; and Guadalajara, Mexico. The company’s solutions support a wide range of industries, including snack and beverage vending, micromarket environments, industrial inventory control, healthcare linen and inventory management, water dispensing, and currency systems. Three Square Market, founded in 1995 and headquartered in River Falls, Wisconsin, has built its reputation as a pioneer in micromarket technology serving foodservice and convenience services operators.
The combined platform is designed to help operators deploy premium unattended retail environments across workplaces, campuses, healthcare facilities, hospitality locations and other high-traffic venues, with flexible solutions that can adapt to each location while delivering strong return on investment and a modern consumer experience.
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“The addition of Three Square Market accelerates our technology roadmap and strengthens our ability to support the evolving needs of convenience services operators. The combination of Seaga and Three Square Market enables the delivery of flexible unattended retail solutions that can adapt to each location while delivering strong ROI and an exceptional consumer experience. The addition of Three Square Market’s highly-talented team members will position us well to drive the continued growth and innovation of the combined platform.”
Mike Freund, CEO, Seaga Manufacturing