ATM Cash Machine Safety Tips To Secure Your Assets

         ATMs are a great convenience and asset to any location but its important that the following safety tips are taken in order to ensure that your customers, equipment and money are safe.   With over 15 years in the ATM industry we have encountered a handful of ATM robberies and are taking a proactive role in enssuring that these activities go on unrewarded.   It will take some extra planning, common sense, and the purchase of extra security protection equipment.  I can assure you that the peace of mind knowing your assets remain safe is worth the additional investment.


Safety Tip#1: Put a GPS Systems on all your units

    The Dewalt MOBILELOCK is a portable, wireless GPS alarm system that allows you to secure your ATMs and monitor them wherever you are. Built-in alarm sensors provide you with a flexible and customizable security solution while cellular assisted GPS technology allows you to remotely monitor and track valuable assets anytime whether the asset is indoors or out.  The cost is around $300 as a well as a monthly fee but if it saves one of your machines in given year it will most likely pay for itself.


Safety Tip #2: Put a secure ATM Cage On Your 24 Hour Outdoor Machines

     One of the commons targets for ATM theft is the 24 hour location outside of convenient stores, gas stations or parking lots.  The most common tactic is when the criminal pulls up with a truck, wraps a chain around the ATM, drives forward yanking the machines bolt off, and then loading the machine up and driving away.   We have developed and manufactured a 300 pound bullet proof steel cage which encloses around the machine and is double padlocked for added security.  Since we have installed these on our outdoor locations there has not even been an attempt to take these machines.


Safety Tip #3:   Proper ATM Installation
    Most often times a successful ATM theft could have been prohibited if it were installed properly.   When installing an ATM its best to place it in a corner where there is a wall on the back and right side of the ATM.  This prevents someone from being able to wrap a chain around the ATM as well prohibits anyone from trying to break in through the vault door.  Try and refrain from putting the ATM right near the front door which often entices robbers to drive a truck right through and try the bulldozer tactic. Most importantly, always bolt the ATM down to the ground with 4 stainless steel bolts.  Frequently I have encountered tenants that do not want to  bother bolting the machine down because they do not want to put holes in the flooring.  Regardless of the situation, this is not optional and we urge you to always bolt it down.   Ensure the ATM is always in a well lit area with proper signage.


Security Tip #5:  Security Cameras and Alarm Security Systems

    Although this can be a costly expense,  Cameras and a high level security system is one of the best things you can do to deter criminals from even making the attempt. Propose to the store owner to split costs of a security system with you, as they benefit just as much as you do by having their property protected.   Any store owner that is against having a security system or cameras is probably one that you do not want leave your ATM at.


    If you are interested in ATM Processing, ATM Sales, ATM Equipment, ATM technical support, or an ATM placement for your location then please email ryan@pacificatms.com.   We look forward to working with you and providing all of your ATM business services.