a simple , inexpensive , reliable and maintenance - free dispenser in which the stored products are offered automatically on the outside of the dispenser where they can be grasped by a hand without further manipulation . the dispenser includes housings in which the products , stacked in a column , are stored and moved by gravity and , at the base of each housing in front of the first product of the column , outlet orifices are closed by a closing membrane with slits . a slope is provided , in the lower rear part of each housing , to automatically advance the first product a predetermined distance through the outlet orifice so that the product partially emerges and can be grasped by hand on the outside of the dispenser . the dispenser can be used to automatically dispense consumable products , such as drinks , without prepayment , and for all types of industrial , commercial , home and other applications .