Counterfeit money is a growing problem that affects businesses of all sizes. Whether you’re running a major retailer, a small shop, a restaurant, or even a food truck, accepting fake bills can mean significant financial losses. Fortunately, businesses across different industries have successfully implemented Dri Mark loss prevention solutions to combat fraud.
Here are four real-world case studies showcasing how Dri Mark’s counterfeit detection tools have helped businesses—from big retail chains to small food trucks—protect their profits.
Major Retailer: BrightMart Enhances Cash Security at Checkout
Challenge:
As a leading national retail chain, BrightMart processes millions of cash transactions every month. With such a high volume of customers, counterfeit money occasionally slips through registers, leading to financial losses and operational disruptions. The company needed a faster, more reliable detection method that wouldn’t slow down checkout lines.
Additionally, BrightMart required a solution that was easy to implement and train employees on, as frequent staff turnover made ongoing training a challenge. They needed a tool that cashiers could learn to use instantly, without extensive instruction.
Solution:
BrightMart implemented Dri Mark’s Flash Test, a high-speed, multi-test counterfeit detection device. The Flash Test combines UV light, watermark verification, and ink detection in a single compact tool. To simplify training, each device includes a QR code that links directly to an online training page, allowing employees to quickly learn how to verify bills with minimal downtime.
To make the purchasing process seamless, BrightMart acquired the Flash Test devices through an existing distributor they had worked with for years. This allowed for a smooth procurement process, ensuring rapid deployment across multiple store locations without disrupting operations.
Results:
- Drastically reduced counterfeit bill acceptance
- Improved cashier efficiency without disrupting customer experience
- Faster, more accurate detection compared to traditional counterfeit pens
- Effortless employee training with on-demand QR code tutorials
- Seamless purchasing process through a trusted distributor
- Cost-effective solution requiring minimal investment in training
By integrating Dri Mark’s Flash Test, BrightMart successfully protected its revenue, streamlined its checkout process, and improved fraud prevention—without sacrificing speed, accuracy, or employee training efficiency.
Small Business: Local Boutique Saves Thousands with BillScan5
Challenge:
A small fashion boutique in Chicago noticed an increase in counterfeit bills during peak shopping seasons. Without an effective detection system, the store lost over $2,500 in fake bills in just six months. The boutique owner needed a fast, reliable counterfeit detection solution that wouldn’t slow down transactions or require extensive employee training.
Solution:
The boutique owner purchased the Dri Mark BillScan5, an automatic money scanner that verifies bills in under one second using UV, magnetic ink, and infrared detection technology. Unlike manual counterfeit detection tools, the BillScan5 eliminates guesswork, ensuring employees can confidently accept only genuine currency.
To streamline onboarding, the scanner includes a QR code linking to an training video, allowing new employees to learn the system quickly.
Results:
- Stopped multiple counterfeit attempts within the first three months
- Increased employee confidence in handling cash transactions
- Faster checkout process with automatic bill verification
- Avoided additional losses, saving over $5,000 in one year
With the BillScan5, the boutique eliminated costly fraud, improved efficiency, and protected its bottom line—without investing in complicated or expensive detection systems.
Bar&Restaurant: NYC Sports Bar Prevents Scams During Busy Nights with UV Pro
Challenge:
A busy sports bar in New York City, known for its high cash volume on game nights, discovered a troubling trend—patrons were using counterfeit bills, especially during crowded events when bartenders were too busy to inspect cash closely. Additionally, the bar faced issues with fake IDs, particularly on weekends when younger patrons attempted to enter using fraudulent identification.
With fast-paced transactions, dim lighting, and high customer turnover, the bar needed a quick, reliable way to detect both counterfeit money and fake IDs without disrupting service.
Solution:
The bar invested in the Dri Mark UV Pro, a high-powered ultraviolet counterfeit and ID detector that instantly reveals the security strips and watermarks embedded in legitimate U.S. currency and government-issued IDs.
- For cash transactions: Bartenders could quickly verify bills by checking for hidden security features under the UV light.
- For ID verification: The UV Pro allowed doormen and bartenders to easily detect fake driver’s licenses by exposing embedded holograms and security marks found in real IDs.
To ensure smooth adoption, employees were given a brief training session on how to use the UV Pro efficiently during peak hours.
Results:
- Eliminated over $10,000 in counterfeit losses in the first year
- Prevented dozens of underage patrons from entering using fake IDs
- Fast and seamless detection that didn’t slow down bartenders or doormen
- Employees felt more confident and secure handling both cash and ID checks
- Perfect for low-light bar environments, thanks to high-visibility UV detection
For a fast-paced nightlife setting, the Dri Mark UV Pro proved to be the ideal fraud prevention tool, providing instant verification for both cash and IDs—without disrupting the customer experience.
Food Truck: Mobile Business Stops Fraud on the Go with Dual Detector
Challenge:
A Los Angeles-based taco truck noticed an increase in fake $20 bills, especially at large outdoor events where transactions happened quickly. With long lines and a high volume of cash payments, counterfeit bills often went unnoticed until it was too late.
Since food trucks operate with tight profit margins, even a few hundred dollars in counterfeit losses could seriously impact the business. The owner needed a fast, portable, and reliable solution that employees could use effortlessly, even in busy and low-light environments.
Solution:
The food truck owner implemented the Dri Mark Dual Detector, a compact, battery-powered device that uses UV light and a counterfeit detection pen to verify bills instantly.
- UV Light Mode: Employees could quickly scan bills for security strips, even in dim lighting.
- Pen Mode: The integrated counterfeit detection pen provided an extra layer of verification for added security.
- Completely Portable: The Dual Detector does not need to be plugged in, making it perfect for food trucks, festivals, and outdoor events where power sources may not be available.
The Dual Detector’s small, lightweight design ensured that employees could quickly verify cash on the go, without slowing down service or requiring additional setup.
Results:
- Employees could instantly check bills before giving change
- The business saved over $2,000 in fake currency losses within six months
- Faster fraud detection compared to using a pen alone
- Portable, battery-powered solution ideal for mobile businesses
- No need for outlets or charging, making it perfect for on-the-go use
- Customers appreciated the business’s commitment to secure transactions
By using the Dri Mark Dual Detector, the food truck was able to stop counterfeiters in their tracks, protect its revenue, and keep lines moving—without adding extra costs or requiring a power source.
Notary Service: Preventing Fraud with Dri Mark’s Tri Test
Challenge:
A busy notary public in Miami frequently handled cash payments and ID verification for services like notarizing legal documents, real estate transactions, and power of attorney forms. With counterfeit cash and fraudulent IDs on the rise, the notary encountered multiple instances where clients attempted to pay with fake bills or present fraudulent identification to authenticate documents.
Because notaries play a critical role in preventing fraud, accepting counterfeit money or approving documents with fake IDs could lead to serious legal and financial consequences. The notary needed a quick, reliable verification tool that could check both cash and identification without disrupting appointments.
Solution:
The notary implemented the Dri Mark Tri Test, a multi-functional fraud detection device that combines:
- UV Light – Reveals embedded security strips in legitimate U.S. currency and exposes hidden security features in authentic IDs.
- White Light – Allows easy inspection of watermarks in cash, ensuring authenticity without requiring special training.
- Counterfeit Detection Pen – Provides an additional layer of verification by marking bills to check for authenticity.
The compact and easy-to-use design allowed the notary to quickly verify cash payments and check IDs during client appointments without adding extra time to transactions.
Results:
- Prevented fraudulent notarizations by detecting fake IDs before approving documents
- Eliminated counterfeit cash losses, ensuring only legitimate payments were accepted
- Seamless verification process that didn’t slow down appointments
- Increased client trust by demonstrating a commitment to security and fraud prevention
By using the Dri Mark Tri Test, the notary successfully protected their business from fraud, safeguarded their professional reputation, and ensured compliance with legal verification standards.
