Counting currency by hand is a time-consuming process, especially if there are a lot of bills to count before verifying the total amount. That is why money counters make the lives of bankers, business owners, and merchants easier because the machine does all the work. As the old saying goes “time is money” and that is definitely the case here. It makes sense to utilize a money counter to make counting currency as accurate and efficient as possible. Not only do these machines count the bills, but they are fitted with counterfeit detection technology that identifies fake bills. They are very practical, portable, and easy to use, allowing users to count more bills per minute than by hand.
How Do They Work?
Money counting machines work by putting a stack of bills in place so they can go into the receiving end of the machine. The machine then pulls each bill one by one at a very fast rate as they pass through a beam of light that identifies the bills and provides a total of the legitimate bills. The counterfeit detection feature is one of the main reasons why banks and business owners invest in money counters. Some machines use a black light to illuminate the bills to reflect the fluorescent symbols on them, so counterfeit bills will not be counted.
The Different Types of Machines
There are various types of money counting machines, which include bill counters, coin counters, and mixed money counters, each having different functions. But the function is all the same: to count money quickly and accurately.
Here’s a brief description of some of the most common types of money counters:
Bill Counters: These counters are designed to have the bills enter through the rear portion of the machine so they can come out through the front. This is an ideal choice for users who want to count large stacks of bills very fast, with the total dollar amount being displayed digitally on the screen of the machine.
Coin Counters: Bills are not the only kind of currency that can be counted. Money counters can also count coins if need be. These machines follow a very similar process as bill counters but are slightly different. A coin counter has a large open dome that allows a large number of coins to be processed simultaneously and separates them into their respective denominations: dimes, quarters, nickels, and pennies.
Multi-Currency Counters: Just as the name implies, this kind of money counter is able to count bills from different countries all at the same time. All you have to do is make sure the machine is programmed to identify the bills you are looking to count.
Getting an Accurate Count
Any business owner or financial institution that handles large amounts of cash or coins on a daily basis should own a money counter of some sort. This machine is a must-have to ensure that bills are legitimate and that the amount is accurate. Users never have to worry again about miscounting or running the risk of counterfeit bills passing through. With just a touch of a button, multiple stacks of bills can be counted in mere minutes instead of hours. Each machine varies in pricing, speed, and design; therefore, purchasing one for your business is highly recommended. It will be a worthwhile investment.
