Counterfeit banknote detectors and banknote counting machines
If your business handles a lot of cash, you may want to consider purchasing a banknote checker, or counterfeit detector, to check your sterling, euros and dollars if you have not done so already. According to the Bank of England, the number of counterfeit Bank of England banknotes taken out of circulation in 2007 was around 290,000. Although the vast majority of forged banknotes are taken out of circulation was by banks themselves during the sorting process, counterfeit banknotes remain a hazard because essentially a counterfeit banknote is worthless. Fraudulent banknotes are a nuisance to say the least and they undermine confidence in the currency. Banknote checkers protect you and your business against the threats they pose.
The Bank of England offers guidance and education resources on banknotes.
Types of banknote checkers
- Professional note checkers. High power professional banknote checker. Blue UV light top checker will detect fraudulent ink, daylight fluorescent underneath will detect watermark.
- Desktop note checker.
- Portable note checker. Hand-held, battery operated.
- Counterfeit detector pen. Works on most currencies. Grey or brown mark will indicate forgery. Clear or light amber marks indicate the note is genuine.
Electronic banknote counter and checker
Or you could invest in a combined banknote counter and checker which quickly counts and detects forgeries in two separate and easy operations. These machines can count up to 600 notes per minute. With UV, magnetic and watermark detection, they are suitable for most currencies. Electronic banknote counters and checkers are an essential if your business handles a high volume of cash.
How do I purchase a banknote checker or banknote counter from Paperstone?
- Click on one of the banknote checkers or counters above to get a bit more information.
- If it is the product for you, click the green-yellow “Add to Basket” button. This has now been added to your “basket”.
- If you are buying more products, continue to browse, repeating the above process.
- When you've finished shopping, click the silver “Checkout” button in the “Basket Total” box, toppish-left of every page.
- Then simply follow the instructions on the page. If you have shopped with us before, you can log in to save yourself some time filling in information. But if you haven't, click “New Customer”. You'll be asked for your email and a password. This is so it is easier if you shop with us again. Then you'll get asked for a delivery address, card details, and so on.
But if you are stuck, need a bit more info or advice, would rather order over the phone, or simply need some human reassurance, give us a call on 020 7462 7800. We will be happy to hear from you and will offer all the assistance we can.