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Discover our banknote counters


It sounds really simple: A banknote counter is a machine that counts banknotes. But what else can these machines do, and how do they work? Read along to find out.

Manual Counting: Challenging and Risky
All businesses that deal with cash, have to count it. But manually counting banknotes not only costs valuable time, its also leaves them vulnarable to human errors, inconsistent results, and counterfeits.

Automatic Counting: The Solution
Safescan elimates these risks and challenges. Our banknote counters are designed to count and verify cash much quicker and more accurately than we even could by hand.

Why choose a banknote counter?


Banknote counters (or money counting machines), do more that just tally your banknotes. They offer advanced features that help you streamline your workflow and cash management significantly.

A real-life example: A retail organisation (with multiple cash registers) holds approximately £10.000 in cash per location and day. It takes their employees anywhere between 10 and 30 minutes to count one single cash drawer. It takes their cash managers even longer to re-count and process the cash of the entire shop. By implementing a banknote counting machine, they can save between 7 to 25 minutes per cash register.

How does a banknote counter work?


Banknote counters may seem complex, but are actually pretty simple:

1. It starts by placing a stack of banknotes on the hopper of the machine.
2. The machine detects the banknotes (or you press start) and activates its feed roller.
3. The wheel picks up each banknote individually.
4. The banknote is transported past different sensors to get scanned and counted.
5. The banknote is placed in the output stacker and added to count.
6. The money counting machine repeats this process - at top speed - untill the entire stack is counted.
7. The total number (and value dependent on the model) of banknotes is shown on the display.

Features That Matter


Safescan banknote counting machines can do a lot more than just count banknotes. Our most advanced machines offer powerful multi-currency support, value counting, advanced counterfeit detection, and even professional sorting options. All to make your job as easy as it can be.

Multi-Currency & Polymer Counting


Safescan banknote counters are designed to process multiple different currencies, including those made of polymer (like the Great British Pound). Whether the machine can process multiple denominations and currencies at ones depends on if the machine offers value counting.

Powerful Value Counting


Different banknote counters offer different counting features. Most entry level counting machines only count the quantity of one single denomination at a time. This means that the user must first sort their banknotes before loading them on the machine. These banknote counters are known as sort counters.

More advanced banknote counters feature currency and denomination recognition software. This means that they are smart enough to know which denomination they are counting and what the value of that denomination is. They can count different denomination mixed together (£5, £10, £20, £50) and calculate the total value of all counted notes. These banknote counters are known as value counters.

Some value counters can even count multiple currencies together and sort them for you. Making it easy to understand why they are so popular. They take all the work away from the user, save valuable time, and limit any risks or errors.

Advanced Counterfeit Detection


Money counting machines don’t just count banknotes. They also check and verify their authenticity. Protecting you and your business against harmful loses caused by accepting counterfeits.

When the machine processes a banknote, it transports it past various sensors. These sensors are designed to detect different anti-counterfeiting elements featured in the banknote. How advanced the detection of a cash counter machine is, depends on the number of sensors. The more (different) sensors the machine has, the more elements it will check.

The most intelligent banknote counters feature CIS (Contact Image Sensor) technology. These machines do not only check the more regular elements - such as ultraviolet ink, infrared ink, magnetic ink, metallic threads, size, and thickness - but also scan the image that is printed on them. Giving you 100% accurate detection results. All the time.

Professional Banknote Sorting


Business that deal with large volumes of cash (such as supermarkets, banks, and exchange offices) can benefit from using a money counting machine with sorting capabilities. These machines count and verify your banknotes - like other cash counter machines do - and can sort them based on several characteristics.

Currency & Denomination Sorting: When chosen the desired currency (and/or denomination), the money counting machine then simply places all deviating banknotes in a separate pocket. Only allowing the chosen ones to be placed in the output tray.

Validity Sorting: During the counting session the cash counter machines automatically places any suspected counterfeits in the separate pocket. Only the banknotes that it deems real are placed in the output tray.

Orientation Sorting: If you want to create very neat stacks when all banknotes are facing the same direction, that the orientation sorting feature can help you with that. It will automatically sort out any banknotes that have a different orientation than the first. Making it easy to collect and stack them.

(ATM) Fitness Sorting: Highly advanced money counting machines can even recognise the physical condition / quality of banknotes. Placing any note that is dirty, ripped, or taped into the reject pocket. Allowing only the banknotes that are neat and fit for recirculation and ATM use to be placed in the output tray.

Efficient Banknote Feeding: Top vs Back Loading


Backloaders only count one stack of banknotes at a time, which means that you have to wait untill the count is complete untill you can add the second stack. This (along with the lower pricetag) makes them more suitable for smaller businesses.

Toploaders allow you to constantly add banknotes to the stack while the machine is counting. This makes them faster and more efficient. Our toploaders also offer more advanced features and counterfeit detection. The perfect solution for (larger) businesses that deal with a lot of cash.

Choosing The Right Money Counting Machine


Now that you know more about the different features you can make the right decision and choose the banknote counter that best fits your needs.

Entry-Level:
If you are looking for an entry-level banknote counting machine with back-loading capabilities and basic counterfeit detection we suggest looking at the Safescan 2210. Want a back-loader that can value count and offers a little more protection? Then take a look at the Safescan 2265.

Midrange:
If you need to process large quantities of banknotes and value high-level counterfeit detection, then the Safescan 2865-S is the perfect fit for you. This value counter quickly and accurately counts all your banknotes and verifies them with 100% accuracy.

Professional:
For business that need to process multiple currencies, need sorting options, or manage an ATM machine, we advise going for the Safescan 2985-SX or Safescan 2995-SX. These professional cash counter machines count, verify, and sort your banknotes quickly, accurately, and without any interruption.

Frequently Asked Questions


How accurate are banknote counters?

Money counting machines (or banknote counters) are extremely accurate. They offer ultra-precise money counting and - dependent on the model - reliable counterfeit detection.

How fast are banknote counters?

The counting speed of banknote counters varies per model. The most commonly used machines can count anywhere between 1.000 and 1.500 banknotes per minute.

Are banknote counters compatible with polymer banknotes?

Yes. Banknote counters can also process polymer banknotes. Even if they get renewed or redesigned.

Are there portable money counter machines available?

Yes. There are money counters on the market that are powered by batteries and can therefore be used on-the-go.

Can banknote counters be connected to a computer or printer?

Yes. Most banknote counters can be connected to a printer or computer to print or export results. However, this does differ per model, so always make sure to check if the option is available.

Do banknote counters require regular maintenance?

Banknotes can carry a lot of dust and dirt into your banknote counter. Routine cleaning and occassional maintenance updates are therefore recommended to ensure the best restults.

What is the warranty period for a banknote counter?

All Safescan banknote counters come with a 3-year warranty and a satisfaction period of 14 days.

What features should I consider when choosing a banknote counter?

What money counting machine best fits your business depends on your needs. Important questions to ask yourself are:

- Do I want to count mixed denominations?
- How many banknotes do I need to count on average?
- How important is counterfeit detection to me?
- Do I need to process multiple currencies?
- Do I need to sort banknotes?

Discover all our cash handling products


Safescan offers everything you need to successfully manage your money counting and verification processes. From banknote counters to coin counters and sorters, money counting scales, counterfeit detectors, barcode scanners, and cash drawers. We have it all. Simply choose the best fit for your business to get started today!