Archive for the ‘Money Handling’ Category

Do Bill Counters Only Count Money?

Tuesday, June 29th, 2010

ABC1150 Bill CounterI had someone recently ask me if bill counters can only count money. The quick answer to that question is no. Bill counters can be used to count a wide variety of items. This includes coupons, cards, paper, checks and more. In fact, bill counters are perfect for keeping tabs and inventory on a wide variety of paper products.

The most important specification you will want to keep an eye open for is the maximum and minimum specifications. All bill counters have minimum and maximum tolerances.

Most bill counters can count items up to 4 x 7-inches in size or as small as 2 x 4-inches. If you’re not sure the bill counter you are looking at will work, call us at 1-800-658-8788. One of our specialists should be able to answer your questions.

Because bill counters can count bills and paper in a variety of sizes, this means most of our bill counters can be used to count bills from other countries as well. Again, just make sure your country’s bill falls within the minimum and maximum specifications.

You can find our entire selection of bill counters here.

Cassida 5510 UV Bill Counter Review

Thursday, June 24th, 2010

Cassida 5510 UV Bill CounterAre you in need of a solid, reliable bill counter? One model you may want to take into consideration is the Cassida 5510 UV bill counter. This bill counter not only counts bills, but also includes built-in counterfeit detection. So is this the right machine for you? Read my review and find out.

To start with, Cassida is one of the best-known manufacturers of bill counters. They make a wide range of models, including coin counters. The Cassida 5510 UV is one of the best-selling bill counters we carry. Here are a few reasons why.

The 5510 UV can count up to 1300 bills a minute, which is pretty fast. This dramatically saves time and money versus manually counting bills. The 5510 is also dead on accurate. If you run the bills through the 5510 UV over and over, you will continue to come up with the same number.

The hopper on the Cassida 5510 UV can hold a total of 200 new bills or 100 old bills. Why the drop with used bills? This is because used bills have wrinkles, bens and tears which prevent the bills from laying flat. This machine will count the bills so quickly that you won’t be able to get another stack ready for counting before the counter finishes with the previous stack.

One big plus with the Cassida 5510 UV is its ability to detect counterfeit bills. It uses ultraviolet technology to scan bills as they are counted. If a bill does not pass the test, the machine will notify you and stop counting.

Another thing to remember with the Cassida 5510 UV is that it doesn’t have to count only bills. It can be used to count coupons, tickets and paper. It can also be used to count bills from other countries. As long as the bill is no smaller than 2 x 4-inches or larger than 4 x 7.33-inches, you’re good to go.

Be aware that while the Cassida 5510 is a bill counter, it is not a bill discriminator. This means it will give you the total number of bills counted, but not the total value of bills counted.

Overall I would consider the Cassida 5510 UV to be a great little counter. It is perfect for use in banks, businesses, schools, churches and other locations where bills are counted on a daily basis.

You will find the Cassida 5510 UV bill counter here. You can find our entire selection of bill counters here.

Top Five Best Cassida Bill Counters

Tuesday, June 22nd, 2010

Cassida Tiger Bill CounterAt ABC Office we are a leading distributor, manufacturer and retailer of bill, currency and money counters. The bill counters we offer are accurate, easy to use and get the job done in seconds. Many of our bill counters also feature counterfeit detection. Cassida has become a rising star on our site and are now one of the most popular brands we sell.

So what are the top selling Cassida models we offer? After having spoken with customers, I have come up with a list that I consider being the top five best Cassida bill counters. This isn’t to say other models are bad, but these just happen to be customer favorites. So here is the list.

Top 5 Best Cassida Bill Counters

  1. Cassida 5510 UV Bill Counter – This bill counter is simple, compact, portable and extremely accurate. The UV counterfeit detection is affordable and a great safeguard to have in place.
  2. Cassida Tiger Bill Counter Base Model – The tiger is one of Cassida’s newest models and features a large 250 bill hopper capacity.
  3. Cassida 5520 Series Bill Counters – This counter is a little more robust than the 5510. It can count up to 1300 bills per minute and is available in a model with UV counterfeit detection.
  4. Cassida 6600 Series Bill Counters – The Cassida 6600 is designed for daily, continuous use. It counts bills at an amazing speed of 1,500 bills per minute.
  5. Cassida Tiger UV Bill Counter – This is a counterfeit detection version of the popular Tiger bill counter.

So there you have it. Some of the best bill counters Cassida has to offer. You can find our entire selection of bill counters here.

ABC1150 Bill Counter Review

Monday, June 14th, 2010

ABC1150 Bill Counter / Money Counting MachineBill counters can be a blessing and a curse, depending on the model you use. They are a blessing because they quickly count bills in just seconds. The can be a curse when you get the wrong machine, resulting in frustrating jams. So which bill counter should you get? Have you considered the ABC1150 bill counter? Here are a few reasons why the ABC1150 may be your best choice for counting bills.

Most bill counters will handle new crisp bills without a problem. Where many bill counters falter is when it comes to counting used, crinkly bills. This is because used bills have an uneven surface, making it harder for bill counters to grasp them.

The ABC1150 handles new and used bills the same. It can hold up to 200 new bills or 100 used bills. I have personally run used bills through this machine many times over and have never experienced an issue with used bills. The same goes with our customers. I have never heard customers report issues with the ABC1150 when it comes to counting new vs old bills.

The ABC1150 is one of the easier bill counters to set up. Many bill-counting machines require finicky adjustments to get them to pull bills in properly. The ABC1150 doesn’t require any fine adjustments. Simply put your bills in the hopper and let the machine do the rest.

The ABC1150 bill counter also has features such as an LED display and batch counting capabilities. If you need counterfeit detection capabilities, the ABC1150 is available in an “ULTRA” version that includes magnetic and ultraviolet detection.

The ABC1150 is also a compact little machine, including its own extendable handle for portability. It can easily be used on a desk, countertop or table. I have personally picked this up and moved it. While it feels hefty in construction, it isn’t an inconvenience to move.

As long as the bill fits the minimum and maximum size requirements, the ABC 1150 can be used to count foreign currencies, tickets, coupons and other paper. The “ULTRA” version may not be able to handle the counterfeit properties of foreign currencies. I would recommend contacting ABC Office prior to purchasing a bill counter with counterfeit detection if you plan on using it with foreign currencies.

The biggest con, in my opinion, is that the ABC1150 is not able to differentiate the differences in value between different denominations of bills. This really isn’t a fault as most bill counters can’t do this. You usually have to spend $2,500 plus to get a machine capable of doing that.

You will find the ABC1150 bill counter here and the ABC1150 ULTRA bill counter here. Do you have personal experience with the ABC1150? Post your comment here!

Laminadoras, Máquinas de Encuadernación, Trituradoras / Cortadoras de Papel y Mas!

Monday, May 24th, 2010

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Coin Counter Video Demo Gone Wrong

Thursday, May 13th, 2010

What happens when you shoot a video demo for a coin counter without thoroughly reading the instruction manual? This is what happens.

I had actually used a very similar coin counter in the past, made by Cassida, and thought I knew what I was doing. The ABC110, featured in the video, is actually very easy to set up. I have since learned my lesson. Enjoy!

Top Ten Best Bill Counters

Thursday, May 13th, 2010

Top 10 Best Bill CountersBill counters play an important role in a retail environment. They are used in grocery stores, restaurants, dance clubs, banks and more. Finding a good bill counter is no easy task. There are hundreds of different models available today and finding one that will last is tough.

We have been selling bill counters for well over five years now, so we have a good knowledge base on what works and what doesn’t work. While I consider all the bill counters we offer online to be of good quality, I am going to highlight ten specific models that our customers are especially pleased with.  Enjoy!

Top 10 Best Bill Counters:

  1. ABC1150 Bill Counter (Top Seller)
  2. ABC1150 Ultra Money Counter
  3. Cassida Tiger UV Edition
  4. Semacon S-1100 Series Bill Counter
  5. ABC5500 Ultra Bill Counter
  6. Cassida Tiger Base Edition
  7. ABC6600 Pro Bill Counter
  8. Semacon S-1400 Series Counter
  9. Magner Model 20 Currency Counter
  10. Cassida 5510 UV Bill Counter

You can find our entire list of bill counters here. Let me know if you have any questions about any of the models featured by posting a comment. Have a great day!

Stop Counterfeit Money Dead In Its Tracks!

Thursday, December 17th, 2009

security thread Stop Counterfeit Money Dead In Its Tracks!Counterfeit money costs businesses millions of dollars a year. Once you have a counterfeit bill in your possession, you’re pretty much stuck with it. You can’t legally use it and banks won’t take it.

There are a couple of ways you can help prevent yourself from falling victim to counterfeit money. ABC Office has created a very detailed and comprehensive guide to help you cut down the loosing merchandise to counterfeit money.

Once you know what to look out for, counterfeit money can be easy to track down. Several common methods of counterfeiting can be caught without the use of a machine, simply by being better educated. Other methods of counterfeiting aren’t as easy to catch by the naked eye, but are still easy to catch with the use of a counterfeit detector.

If you are in a retail location, visually inspecting money may not be practical. For the sake of speed, and increased accuracy, we recommend using a counterfeit detector. They aren’t expensive, with some models ringing in at only $10.

You can find our new counterfeit detection guide here. We hope you will be able to take something from this and help save yourself or your business save money later down the road. Enjoy!

Shinwoo SB1000 Replaced By The PLUS Banking Systems P-624

Friday, December 11th, 2009

klopp p624 banking system Shinwoo SB1000 Replaced By The PLUS Banking Systems P 624The popular Shinwoo SB1000 bill discriminator has been discontinued and replaced by the PLUS Banking Systems P-624 from Klopp. This is pretty important news if you are in the market for a bill discriminator.

Bill discriminators are far less common than a standard bill counter. This is because they not only count bills, but they can distinguish the difference between different denominations. Most bill counters cannot do this. The new PLUS Banking Systems P-624 can count bills and give you the quantity and monetary value of everything counted.

Not only does the PLUS Banking Systems P-624 count bills, but it also has counterfeit detection built in. If the P-624 detects a counterfeit bill, it will quickly let you know. This is a great feature to have as counterfeit money is a problem plaguing many cities throughout the United States. The software on the P-624 can be updated to accommodate future currency changes.

Both the Shinwoo SB1000 and the P-624 are very similar in the way they operate. Time permitting, you should stop by our site and take a look at this new machine. You can find the PLUS Banking Systems P-624 here.

Top 7 Best Coin Counters & Sorters

Tuesday, December 8th, 2009

coin counter s110 Top 7 Best Coin Counters & SortersCoin counters and sorters are probably some of the most timesaving pieces of equipment that we sell. Manually counting coins not only takes time, but also can lead to inaccurate tabulations and wasted money paying someone to count loose change. Coin counters can do what takes a human an hour in less than 5 minutes, often faster depending on the model.

Finding a good coin counter is important. Although all coin counters and sorters ultimately do the same thing, many have different features. A few things you may want to look for are:

Coin vs. Value – It is helpful to have a counter that not only tells you the total number of coins, but the value of those coins.

Batch Counting – This allows you to specify a total number of coins or money value to count before the machine stops.

Hopper Capacity – This is how many coins your machine can hold for counting. The higher the hopper capacity, the less often you will have to re-fill the machine.

Tubing & Bagging – Many coin counters put counted coins into bins. Many people want these coins put in tubes or bags. Not all coin counters can do this. Keep an eye out for this feature if you need it.

Denominations – This is the value of the coins you are counting. Be sure your counter can handle all the coins you need to count. Most counters can handle pennies up to quarters, but not all can handle dollar coins. Some coin counters can handle tokens as well.

Here is a list of some of our most popular coin counters offered today:

Top 7 Best Coin Counters

ABC110 Coin Counter

ABC440 Coin Counter / Sorter

Cassida C100 Coin Counter

Semacon S-100 Series Coin Counters

Semacon S-520 Heavy Duty Coin Sorter

Klopp CE Series Electric Coin Counter/Wrapper/Bagger

Klopp CS 3310 Electric Coin Counter/Sorter (Heavy Duty)

Have a question about coin counters or sorters? Post them here and I’ll do my best to answer them.