✨ Highlights
- Enhances cash security during transit and storage.
- Tamper-evident design prevents undetected access.
- Reusable solution reduces operational costs.
- Durable material withstands tough African conditions.
- Provides clear accountability for cash floats.
💳 Purchase Options
- Directly from Avansa: Click "Request a Quote" and you will receive a quote in less than 1 hour.
- Our Online Stores: Retail Gear and MoneyCounters.co.za
- In Store: At any Makro Store (some products are only available on Makro online)
- Online Retailers: Takealot.com, Makro.co.za, and Amazon.co.za
Wherever You Buy You Will Receive:
- Shipping: Door-to-door delivery nationwide
- Satisfaction Guarantee: 30 Day Satisfaction Guarantee
- Support: Technical assistance available via Avansa service centres
Pricing
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⚙️ Technical Specs
The Avansa A3 Float Bag for Cash (38 × 40cm) is engineered for reliability, featuring external dimensions of 38 cm in width, 40 cm in height, and a generous 10 cm gusset for expanded capacity. Its bell-bottomed design offers extra room, making it ideal for securely transporting bulk cash, keys, or important confidential documents. Constructed from high-quality, weather-resistant material, this bag is built to protect its contents against diverse environmental conditions found across Southern Africa. Security is paramount with its tamper-evident zip closure, which is specifically designed for use with security seals to provide visual proof of any attempted access. For efficient identification, an internal entry address/identification window allows for quick labelling using standard-sized address labels. This product represents a cost-effective and fully reusable solution for your money storage and general cash handling needs.
🗣️ Customer Testimonial
"Before we started using the Avansa A3 Float Bags, we were constantly worried about cash discrepancies between our tills and the bank deposits. Since implementing these bags with their seals, the accountability is incredible. Our cashiers feel more secure, and we've significantly reduced shrinkage. The peace of mind knowing our daily floats are secure, even during transit, is truly priceless. These bags withstand our busy retail environment in Johannesburg – a solid investment!"
🎯 Ideal Applications
The Avansa A3 Float Bag is perfectly suited for businesses across Southern Africa that handle cash, sensitive documents, or valuable keys. It addresses the common pain points of pilferage and lack of traceability, making it essential for daily till float management in busy retail stores in South Africa, secure cash-in-transit for banks in Zambia, confidential document transport for offices in Mozambique, and safe key management in hospitality venues across Namibia. Its robust design ensures contents are protected even in challenging operational environments, from dusty small businesses to high-volume banking operations.
💡 How It Works
The Avansa A3 Float Bag operates on a simple yet highly effective security principle. Once cash or valuables are placed inside, the bag is secured using its tamper-evident zip closure. A unique security seal (sold separately) is then applied to the zip, locking it in place. Any attempt to open the bag without authorisation will break or compromise the seal, providing immediate visual evidence of tampering. This system ensures a clear chain of custody and accountability from the point of packing to its destination.
💰 Value Benefits
Investing in the Avansa A3 Float Bag for Cash offers significant quantifiable returns for Southern African businesses. By reducing pilferage and improving cash handling accountability, it directly minimises financial losses, leading to substantial savings. Its reusability eliminates the recurring cost of disposable bags, contributing to long-term operational efficiency. Furthermore, the enhanced security features reduce risk exposure, potentially leading to lower insurance premiums and greater peace of mind for business owners and managers. This bag streamlines cash management processes, freeing up valuable staff time and allowing them to focus on core business activities, ultimately boosting overall productivity and profitability.
📊 Product Comparison
When considering the Avansa A3 Float Bag against competitor models like the Truseal Cash Bag Black 38x40cm or the CPT Float Bag 38 x 40cm BAG011, it's crucial to evaluate their core features and benefits for your specific security needs. The Avansa A3 Float Bag is specifically designed for robust, reusable security, focusing on tamper-evident cash and document handling with a durable, weather-resistant build, making it a dependable choice for Southern African businesses.
Feature Comparison:
Dimensions & Capacity:
- Avansa A3 Float Bag: 38 x 40 x 10 cm, bell-bottomed for extra capacity.
- Truseal Cash Bag Black 38x40cm: Standard 38 x 40cm, capacity may vary.
- CPT Float Bag 38 x 40cm BAG011: Standard 38 x 40cm, capacity may vary.
Security Mechanism:
- Avansa A3 Float Bag: Tamper-evident zip closure, designed for use with security seals (seals sold separately).
- Truseal Cash Bag Black 38x40cm: Typically features a sealable closure; specific tamper-evident features may vary.
- CPT Float Bag 38 x 40cm BAG011: Features a sealable closure; specific tamper-evident features may vary.
Material & Durability:
- Avansa A3 Float Bag: High-quality, weather-resistant material for demanding environments.
- Truseal Cash Bag Black 38x40cm: Material quality and weather resistance may vary.
- CPT Float Bag 38 x 40cm BAG011: Material quality and weather resistance may vary.
Additional Features:
- Avansa A3 Float Bag: Internal entry address/identification window, cost-effective and reusable.
- Truseal Cash Bag Black 38x40cm: May include basic identification features.
- CPT Float Bag 38 x 40cm BAG011: May include basic identification features.
🧭 Explore Our Product Range
Beyond the Avansa A3 Float Bag for Cash, Avansa offers a comprehensive suite of cash handling and security solutions designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses across Southern Africa. Secure your operations from every angle with our related products:
- Cash Security Bags: Explore our range of A4 Cash Security Bags, Till/Gusset Security Bags, and Flip Top Till Bags for various operational needs.
- Tamper-Evident Seals: Enhance the security of your bags with our reliable Bag Seals (Pack of 250/1000) and Smartlock Seals (Pack of 100/1000), ensuring proof of integrity.
- Note Counters: Improve efficiency with our advanced note counters, from entry-level to heavy-duty models.
- Coin Counters: Streamline coin handling with our precise coin counting and sorting machines.
- Safes: Secure your valuables with our robust commercial and industrial safes.
❓ Common Questions
How does the Avansa A3 Float Bag prevent tampering?
The Avansa A3 Float Bag features a specialised tamper-evident zip closure. This design ensures that when a security seal (sold separately) is applied, any attempt to open the bag without authorisation will visibly break or compromise the seal, providing clear evidence of tampering. This system is crucial for maintaining a secure chain of custody for cash and valuables in Southern Africa.
Is this bag suitable for high-volume cash handling environments in South Africa?
Yes, the Avansa A3 Float Bag is highly suitable for high-volume cash handling in various Southern African business sectors, including retail, banking, and hospitality. Its durable, reusable design and tamper-evident features are built to withstand the rigours of daily use, ensuring secure and efficient management of cash floats and deposits, reducing the risk of shrinkage and improving accountability.
Can this bag be used for documents and keys in addition to cash?
Absolutely. While primarily designed for cash, the Avansa A3 Float Bag's generous dimensions (38 × 40cm) and secure closure make it ideal for protecting confidential documents, important paperwork, and valuable keys. Businesses across Southern Africa often use these bags to secure sensitive items during internal transfers or storage, adding an extra layer of security against unauthorised access.
What kind of security seals are compatible with this float bag?
The Avansa A3 Float Bag is designed for use with standard, high-quality security seals, such as Avansa Bag Seals or Smartlock Seals. These seals are applied to the bag's tamper-evident zip closure. We recommend using seals with unique serial numbers for enhanced traceability and audit trail purposes, particularly for businesses operating in regions like Zambia or Zimbabwe where strict accountability is crucial.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best type of bag for securing daily cash floats in a retail environment?
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Are reusable security bags a cost-effective solution for cash management in Southern Africa?
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