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A trusted amusement partner since 1929

Commercial arcade equipment, backed by real partnership.

From crane machines to coin pushers, Shaffer Distributing has helped FECs, arcades, and route operators grow their businesses for nearly a century. With new, used, and refurbished equipment, we deliver the products, expertise, service, and ongoing support operators need to succeed — backed by a team of employee-owners personally invested in your success.

  • Cranes, redemption, video, sports, novelty & coin pushers
  • New, used, & refurbished inventory for every budget
  • Financing & leasing for qualified operators
  • Delivery, install & after-the-sale support
97
Years in business
12,000+
Units placed
A+
BBB rating
No Pressure

Talk to sales about equipment

Tell us about your venue. We'll respond within 1 business day with recommendations and a tailored quote.

Trusted by operators at venues like
Ten Pin Alley · Bowlero
Star Lanes Polaris
B&B Theatres
Rule 3 · Triple Shift
Spare Time Entertainment
Profitable, In-Demand Games

Put proven earners to work in your location.

We help operators choose proven, high-demand equipment across all six categories — the titles guests seek out, and the cabinets that drive the strongest returns on your floor space.

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Proven on real floors

Venues powered by Shaffer.

From neighborhood bowling centers to national entertainment chains, operators trust Shaffer to spec, supply, and support the games on their floors.

Star Lanes Polaris
Star Lanes Polaris
Columbus, OH
Cinergy Entertainment
Cinergy Entertainment
8 centers · TX / OK / NC / IL
AMF
AMF
350+ centers nationwide
Spare Time Entertainment
Spare Time Entertainment
18 centers · Northeast
Pizza Ranch FunZone
Pizza Ranch FunZone
200+ locations · Midwest
B&B Theatres
B&B Theatres
50+ locations · 16 states
Ten Pin Alley · Bowlero
Ten Pin Alley · Bowlero
Hilliard, OH
Rule 3 · Triple Shift
Rule 3 · Triple Shift
Pickerington, OH
Operator Economics

Equipment that earns its floor space back fast.

Short play times, broad age appeal, and compact footprints make skill, redemption, and pusher games some of the hardest-working cabinets on an operator's floor. Estimate the monthly take on a single placement below, then talk to us about your full floor.

Estimate monthly revenue · per cabinet

Price per play$1.00
Plays per day35
Estimated monthly revenue
$245/wk · $12,775/yr
$1,050

Estimates only. Actual revenue varies by category, location, foot traffic, and operating hours. Numbers based on Shaffer operator data across comparable placements.

Skill & pushers = high throughput

Short game times mean more plays per hour, and broad appeal across age groups keeps these cabinets busy from open to close.

Repeat-play mechanics

Redemption tickets and high-score competition turn one-time players into regulars.

Low operating cost

Mechanical and merchandise-driven categories have minimal downtime and simple service paths.

Floor-plan flexibility

From compact 3-foot novelty pieces to 12-station pushers, we mix to maximize your square footage.

Why Operators Choose Shaffer

Equipment is the easy part. The right partner is everything.

Nationwide logistics

We ship and install equipment to operators across the continental United States.

Financing & leasing

Financing and leasing through our network of partnered lenders. We'll help you find a structure that fits your budget.

Support after the sale

Post-sale support and maintenance programs, plus spare parts and service, from our Columbus, Ohio team.

Floor-plan expertise

Business consultation, arcade design, theming, and layout from a team that plans operator floors every day.

Operator voices

FECs built with Shaffer.

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★★★★★

Shaffer has been a cornerstone of our success for over 10 years. From room design and technical support to a steady supply of parts, they're true collaborators — deeply committed to helping us run a profitable business. I view them as part of my team, not just a vendor.

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Todd Maunsell
VP of Operations · Cinergy Entertainment
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★★★★★

The delivery and installation were very smooth — the technicians made sure I felt confident operating every machine. And even after we opened our doors, the support didn't stop: responsive, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping our arcade succeed.

SR
Steven Roach
Kiddos Playplace
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★★★★★

Being new to the family entertainment world, Shaffer's knowledge and support through the sales and install process was a huge help — and it doesn't stop there. They continue to assist with any warranty and non-warranty items that pop up.

BS
Brandon Stubblefield
ThrillHouse Family Entertainment Center
Common Questions

Everything operators ask before they buy.

Shaffer provides crane and claw machines, redemption and skill games, video and racing games, sports attractions, novelty games, coin pushers, virtual reality, digital jukeboxes, and vending solutions. Representing virtually every major manufacturer allows us to remain brand-neutral, recommending the equipment that best fits your business rather than promoting a particular product line.

Yes. Shaffer works with family entertainment centers, arcades, bowling centers, bars, movie theaters, resorts, water parks, route operators, and universities, from first-time builds to established floors. Our team provides business consultation, arcade design, and theming and layout to help you plan the room.

Yes. Shaffer provides financing and leasing services through its network of partnered lenders. Talk to our sales team and we'll help you find a structure that fits your venue and budget.

Shaffer ships and installs equipment nationwide, with additional shipping options available for select international and non-continental U.S. locations. If your project falls outside our standard service area, your sales representative can help explore available solutions and provide estimated timelines.

Yes. Shaffer offers professional equipment installation, logistics, and on-premise training. For full builds, the team also provides consultation, arcade design, theming, and layout.

Shaffer backs every placement with post-sale support and maintenance programs, plus spare parts and service. You're buying from an employee-owned distributor that has built its reputation on long-term operator relationships since 1929.

Build a floor your guests come back for.

Tell us about your space and your vision. A Shaffer rep will follow up within one business day with a plan, a game mix, and financing options for your buildout.