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Coin & Note Handling | Coin Counters | Coin Sorters | Fake Note Detectors | Cash Drawers


General Features of Note Counters

Below is an explanation of the main features that can be found on Primemark's note counting machines. Please note that not all features are available on all note counters - check the product specification of the particular note counting machine you are intending to purchase or Contact Us for expert advice.

Note Counter Format

Note Counters from Primemark are generally available in 2 formats:-

• Money Scales
  These note counting machines count notes by weight using a high-precision weighing scale. The notes to be counted are placed on a tray and the machine displays the quantity or value of the notes on a display panel. One of the benefits of using scales over friction note counters is that many scales also allow coins to be counted, thus providing you with dual money-counting functionality. The Safescan 6100 is an examples of a money scale.
  
  Due to the precise nature of the weighing equipment, money scales may require calibrating from time to time. This is a simple process and instructions are provided in the User Guide.
  
  
• Friction Note Counters
  This type of note counting equipment mechanically counts through the notes. Some note counters provide a batching facility, so notes can be batched into pre-defined amounts. The quantity of notes counted is displayed on an LCD display panel on friction note counters.
  
  Friction note counters, due to their mechanical nature, must be kept clean and dust-free. They should be kept covered when not in use and dusted (eg. using a small paintbrush) occassionally. Common problems are caused by paper clips, staples, sticky notes and bits of sellatape being trapped in the mechanisms.

Note Counting Speeds

Note counting scales provide an instant note count value.

Friction note counters use advanced friction feed technology so, despite counting through the notes mechanically, they also count extremely fast and provide many additional security features. Basic note counting machines count at rates from 1000 notes per minute. The more expensive faster note counters count at speeds in excess of 1500 notes per minute.

On many machines, the counting speed can be adjusted to provide optimum reliability and accuracy.

Bank Note Format & Error Detection

In most straightforward cases, bank notes will be presented to you in a straight bundle of new notes. However, in some cases, bank notes in the bundle may be folded and others may be stuck together. In some cases, a torn half-note may also be present. If these instances are not identified, it can result in the note counting machine jamming or giving inaccurate results. A machine with error detection featues for half-note, stuck notes, chain notes and folded-notes automatically resolves such problems.

If you purchase a low-cost basic note counter without error detection features then, depending on the format of the bank notes being counted, you may not always get an accurate count the first time. Notes will need to be fanned prior to counting, counted multiple times or verified manually. If your business depends on fast, accurate counting then we recommend you only purchase note counting equipment with error-detection features.

Hopper / Stacker

The hopper is where notes to be counted are initially placed. Check the product specification for the hopper capacity to check it meets your requirements.

Counted notes are output into the stacker. Again, check the product specification for the stacker capacity.

Auto Stop/Start

With this facility, the note counter will automatically start counting as soon as notes are placed in the hopper.

Note Thickness / Density

Some note counting machines allow the note thickness level to be adjusted. This is useful for soiled notes as well as to handle a wider variety of world currencies.

Batching

Batching is a useful facility where you require a large volume of notes to be grouped into pre-defined batch sizes. eg. 50 notes, 100 notes etc. The facility allows you to define the batch size. The note counter will then pause and alert you when it reaches the batch size, giving you the opportunity to remove the batch before the machine continues.

Value Counting

Most note counting machines will count the number of notes. Value counting is an advanced facility which counts the actual monetary value of the notes. The machine, if it is designed for specific currencies, will automatically detect the denomination otherwise you can define the denomination value at the start of the counting process.

Mixed Note Value Counting

Mixed Note Value Counting is an advanced feature available on the high end note counting machines, such as the Dolphin 530 and Eagle 1000 series of banknote counters. It allows notes of different denominations to be counted at the same time.

This feature is geared to specific currencies, so make sure the machine you purchase will support mixed value note counting for your required currency.

Accumulator

The accumulation facility allows the machine to keep a running total of note counts as you count different batches/denominations of notes.

Customer Display

All our note counters feature an operator display panel to view the note count and any error messages. An optional externally-connected or customer-facing additional display (available on some models) allows retail customers to also view the machine count.

Currencies

Most note counters feature generic functionality allowing them to be used with all currencies. Some note counters contain features designed for particular currencies, so those functions will not necessarily work with other currencies. Check the supported currencies on the product specification before making your note counter purchase.

Counterfeit Note Detection Features

Primemark's more sophisticated friction note counters provide a number of fake note detection capabilities. The machines not only count money quickly, but they will also perform simultaneous advanced security checks to ensure the notes are genuine and not counterfeit. The security check is performed on each individual note at amazing speed.

UltraViolet (UV):
Many currencies such as £Sterling, Euro and US Dollars feature hidden symbols and/or lettering which is only visible under good quality UltraViolet light.

Metal Thread (MT):
Many currencies feature a thin metal security thread which runs through the inner layer of the paper. In some currencies, the thread also glows under ultraviolet light. Different denominations can also contain the thread in different positions to further aid counterfeit detection.

Magnetic Ink (MG):
Some currencies such as Euros and US Dollars feature text written in magnetic ink.

Size Detection:
Size detection is an important security check as many fraudsters 'bleach' low-value notes and re-print them as higher-value notes. The paper still retains its other features so can be difficult to detect with other types of security check. Size detection therefore provides a safe means of identifying this type of fraud. There are different types of size-detection technology some note counting machines will check the height and thickness of the banknote (DD). Advanced size detection (3D) will check the height, thickness and length of each banknote.

Infrared (IR):
Using infrared technology on banknote paper, it is possible to determine the average density of the paper. When compared to known densities of specific currencies and note denominations, it is possible to highlight fake notes using this security technique.

Also see our Guide to Counterfeit Note Detection for further information and our range of Fake Note Detectors.

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Coin & Note Handling | Coin Counters | Coin Sorters | Fake Note Detectors | Cash Drawers


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