ATM Buyers' Guide

How To Save Up To 70% ATMs

TestLink makes it easy for banks, independent ATM deployers and other clients to source high quality remanufactured ATMs at cost savings of up to 70 per cent.

When you require an ATM or a fleet of ATMs, we know that quality, reliability, durability and price are your priorities. TestLink has developed this buyers guide to help you make the right decision when choosing an ATM and also choosing a supplier who can meet your needs.

• Do you already deploy ATMs?

If you do, TestLink will help you achieve standardisation across your network, reducing the cost of spares and maintenance.

• How many ATMs do you want?

TestLink can offer reductions in price per ATM if you are looking to order 10 or more of the same ATM. We can offer even larger discounts if you are looking to order 50 or more of the same ATM.

• What extra functionalities will your ATMs need?

Manufacturers are naturally keen to sell you their latest models but do you really need all the features on offer? Our expert sales team will help you source the "Through the Wall" and "Lobby" ATMs that best suit your specific needs, whilst ensuring you dramatically reduce your costs without compromising quality or reliability in any way.

• In which countries will your ATMs need to function? Will they need to operate in extreme temperatures?

TestLink's global experience has shown that ATMs operating in either extreme heat or extreme cold can affect the performance of ATMs. The internal engineering can be affected as well as the individual parts. Speak to TestLink about how we have helped other customers deal with severe temperatures whether it is extreme hot or cold.

• Where will your ATMs be sited? Will they be in secure locations or will they be locations that will need greater security?

Dependent on whether you are installing Lobby or Through the Wall ATMs will affect the security requirements in the spec. Lobby ATMs, being sited internally, tend to be less vulnerable to skimming attacks; however they may need more protection from ram raids. Speak to TestLink about security options for a lobby ATM and check out the popular anti-ramming device 'The Raminator'.

Through the Wall ATMs tend to be extremely robust and thus threats of ramming are at a smaller scale. However, as the ATMs are outside there is more threat of card skimming scams. There is also risk of damage being caused to the front of the ATM. Educating customers about shielding pin numbers and looking out for card skimming devices is always recommended and many ATMs now have tamperproof card readers as standard.

Contact TestLink about any security concerns you may have.

• What is the expected footfall at your preferred ATM locations?

Different ATMs will be more appropriate for different levels of footfall at an ATM. If footfall is predicted to be high, a robust and reliable ATM will be required as well as having the capability to hold a high amount of cash.

If footfall is expected to be at a moderate level the ability of the ATM to handle high transaction rates will be lower as well as its capacity to hold cash.

If you wish your ATM to be available 24/7 you will almost certainly need to choose the "Through The Wall" ATM option.

The expected footfall at an ATM is extremely important as it will affect the profitability of the ATM. Cash management, ATM uptime and ATM servicing also become prominent issues.

• How quickly do you want to deploy your new ATMs?

The speed in which you need to deploy your ATMS can have an effect on the ATMs available to you.

If you are looking for a 'quick solution' then the best option is Lobby ATMs. Lobby ATMs are faster to install than the Through the Wall option. However, Lobby machines may not hold enough cash for your needs (as they are smaller and can hold less cash) and also do not provide as many functionalities as Through the Wall.

If you are looking long term and are not in a rush to install ATMs, Through the Wall ATMs may be appropriate for you. These take longer to install as they may require planning permission, construction work and higher levels of security while installation is in progress. Through the Wall generally do also benefit from greater functionality.

Areas to consider when using an ATM supplier:

• Do they offer a proper warranty?

Make sure you choose an ATM supplier that gives you a no quibble warranty, not one made worthless by exclusions in small print.

TestLink offer a 90 day no quibble guarantee on remanufactured ATMs.

• Are they an expert?

Many companies will claim to be ATM experts but are they really? Do they merely offer ATMs cosmetically refurbished or do they offer ATMs fully remanufactured to an 'as new' condition?

TestLink has 20 years experience of remanufacturing ATMs to an 'as new' condition. OEM trained engineers work to a 210 ATM remanufacture check list which ensures that your ATMs are equipped with the most up to date hardware, software and security available.

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