Avansa Drop Safe - Category 4 Money Safe (70L and 140L)

⚙️ Technical Specs

The Avansa Drop Safe Category 4 is available in two robust models to suit your specific capacity needs:

For the CAT4 FFDS-70, the dimensions are 980 mm (H) × 580 mm (W) × 645 mm (D). This unit weighs a substantial 740 kg, demonstrating its formidable construction. The drawer size for secure deposits is 100 mm × 200 mm × 200 mm.

For larger requirements, the CAT4 FFDS-140 stands at 1050 mm (H) × 710 mm (W) × 755 mm (D). This heavier model weighs 852 kg, ensuring superior resistance. Like the 70L model, it features a deposit drawer of 100 mm × 200 mm × 200 mm.

Both models feature a lead time of 3–4 weeks, ensuring prompt delivery of your high-security solution. Each safe is meticulously crafted with high-grade steel, ensuring maximum resistance against various forms of attack, including drilling, cutting, and explosive attempts. The advanced locking mechanisms further enhance security, providing multi-point protection.

🗣️ Customer Testimonial

"After a string of attempted robberies at our retail outlets, we invested in the Avansa Drop Safe Category 4. The difference is night and day. Our staff feel much safer, and we've completely eliminated internal cash losses. The build quality is exceptional, and it gives us real peace of mind knowing our daily takings are secure. This safe is an absolute necessity for any business serious about protecting its cash."

🎯 Ideal Applications

The Avansa Drop Safe Category 4 is the ultimate security solution for businesses across Southern Africa that handle significant cash volumes or require superior asset protection. It is ideally suited for:

• High-volume retail stores in urban centres like Johannesburg and Cape Town, where secure daily cash deposits are critical.
• Financial institutions and banks requiring SABS-approved, high-security storage for cash and sensitive documents.
• Logistics and transport companies needing robust on-site cash handling and overnight storage for transit funds.
• Gaming establishments and casinos where large sums of cash are frequently handled and need immediate, secure deposit.
• Petroleum forecourts and convenience stores looking to deter armed robbery attempts and protect cash assets.
• Any business in high-crime areas of Southern Africa where conventional safes offer insufficient protection against determined attacks.

💡 How It Works

The Avansa Drop Safe Category 4 is designed for secure, non-retrievable deposits. Cash, cheques, or valuables are placed into a deposit drawer. Once the drawer is pushed in and released, the contents automatically drop into the main body of the safe, which is secured by a high-security lock. This 'anti-fishing' design prevents anyone from reaching into the safe via the deposit drawer, ensuring only authorised personnel with the key or combination can access the main compartment. This streamlined process allows staff to make deposits quickly and securely without needing access to the safe's main contents.

💰 Value Benefits

Investing in an Avansa Drop Safe Category 4 offers substantial return on investment and tangible benefits for your business:

• Reduced Risk of Loss: Minimises losses from theft, armed robbery, and internal pilfering, directly protecting your bottom line.
• Enhanced Employee Safety: Provides a secure method for cash deposits, reducing staff exposure to risk during cash handling.
• Lower Insurance Premiums: SABS Category 4 approval often qualifies businesses for reduced insurance premiums and excesses, offering significant long-term savings.
• Operational Efficiency: Streamlines cash management processes, freeing up valuable staff time previously spent on complex security procedures.
• Asset Protection: Beyond cash, these safes securely protect sensitive documents, valuable inventory, and other critical business assets.
• Peace of Mind: Knowing your assets are protected by a leading, SABS-approved safe allows business owners to focus on growth rather than security concerns.
• Compliance and Trust: Meets stringent security standards, building trust with employees, insurers, and customers alike.

📊 Product Comparison

When considering the Avansa Drop Safe Category 4 against other security solutions like the Simpson Safes CDS-1 (Category 4 Drop Safe) or the Mutual LS 65 CAT 4 Deposit Safe, it's crucial to evaluate their core strengths and how they align with your specific security needs. The Avansa Drop Safe Category 4 is engineered with a focus on robust construction, advanced locking mechanisms, and SABS certification, offering superior resistance against a wider range of modern attack methods prevalent in Southern Africa.

Feature Comparison:

Security Rating & Certification:

• Avansa Drop Safe Category 4: SABS Category 4. Engineered for advanced resistance against drilling, cutting, and explosive attacks.
• Simpson Safes CDS-1 (Category 4 Drop Safe): Typically SABS Category 4. Focus often on resistance to common burglary tools.
• Mutual LS 65 CAT 4 Deposit Safe: Usually SABS Category 4. Known for sturdy build quality.

Construction & Design:

• Avansa Drop Safe Category 4: Features multi-layered steel body and door, advanced anti-fishing deposit mechanisms, and re-lockers to prevent successful attack. Available in 70L (740kg) and 140L (852kg) models.
• Simpson Safes CDS-1 (Category 4 Drop Safe): Often includes reinforced door and body. Specific weight and design features vary by model.
• Mutual LS 65 CAT 4 Deposit Safe: Solid steel construction, often with fire-resistant barrier materials. Specific design varies.

Locking Mechanism:

• Avansa Drop Safe Category 4: Equipped with high-security key locks, electronic locks, or a combination, with intricate bolt-work and re-locking devices.
• Simpson Safes CDS-1 (Category 4 Drop Safe): Typically offers a choice of SABS-approved key, combination, or digital locks.
• Mutual LS 65 CAT 4 Deposit Safe: Standard with high-quality SABS-approved locks, often with multiple bolt-work.

🧭 Explore Our Product Range

Enhance your business security and cash handling efficiency with other trusted Avansa solutions:

• Avansa Strong Room Doors: Fortify your entire cash office with SABS-rated strongroom doors for ultimate protection.
• Avansa Record Room Doors: Create secure document storage.
• Avansa Under-Counter Safes: Ideal for discreet, secure cash storage directly at the point of sale.
• Avansa Mobile Drop Safes: Solutions for secure cash transit and temporary storage in vehicles.
• Avansa Note Counters: For rapid and accurate counting of banknotes, from entry-level to heavy-duty models.
• Avansa Coin Counters: Streamline your coin handling with efficient counting and sorting machines.

❓ Common Questions

What makes the Avansa Drop Safe Category 4 suitable for high-risk areas in South Africa?

The Avansa Drop Safe Category 4 is SABS approved, meaning it meets stringent South African security standards for resisting various forms of attack, including drilling, cutting, and explosives, which is crucial for high-risk environments.

Can the Avansa Drop Safe Category 4 be bolted to the floor?

Yes, all Avansa Drop Safes are designed with pre-drilled anchor points for secure bolting to the floor, significantly increasing their resistance to removal.

What is the difference between the 70L and 140L Avansa Drop Safe models?

The primary difference is their internal capacity and physical dimensions, with the 140L model offering larger storage space and greater weight for higher volume requirements.

Is the deposit drawer on the Avansa Drop Safe Category 4 anti-fishing?

Yes, the deposit drawer is specifically designed with anti-fishing features, ensuring that deposited items cannot be retrieved once they fall into the main safe compartment.

How long is the lead time for an Avansa Drop Safe Category 4?

The typical lead time for an Avansa Drop Safe Category 4 is 3–4 weeks, ensuring you receive your high-security solution promptly.

What kind of businesses typically use the Avansa Drop Safe Category 4?

Businesses that handle large amounts of cash, such as retail stores, banks, petrol stations, and logistics companies in Southern Africa, commonly use the Avansa Drop Safe Category 4 for its superior security.