- Founded
- 1993-01-01 in Lexington, Kentucky, United States
- Headquarters
- Lexington, Kentucky 40505, United States
- Phone
- (859) 225-8244
Aker Service Co is a family-owned, independent dealer specializing in the sales, service, and support of money processing and paper handling equipment. Founded in 1993 by Bob Aker, the company draws on more than 25 years of industry experience accumulated by its founder working as a service technician and service manager for various manufacturers and independent dealers of financial equipment. Based in Lexington, Kentucky, Aker Service Co serves a multi-state region including Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, and West Virginia. The company positions itself as an independent dealer capable of offering products from multiple manufacturers as well as quality pre-owned equipment, giving customers a broader range of options to fit both their specific operational needs and their budgets. Its core business revolves around coin counters, coin wrapping machines, currency counters and discriminators, bill changers and bill breakers, check processing equipment, and cash room supplies. Beyond money handling, Aker Service Co also sells and services paper handling equipment such as paper cutters, folders, joggers, and shredders.
Detailed Review
Business Model
Aker Service Co operates as a niche provider in the cash and document processing equipment market. As an independent dealer rather than a manufacturer's exclusive representative, the company can source equipment from a variety of OEMs, offering clients both new and reconditioned machines. This business model allows Aker Service Co to tailor recommendations to the specific volume, throughput, and reliability requirements of each customer, and to offer competitive pricing through access to multiple supply channels.
Service Capability
The company’s service capability is a central pillar of its value proposition. Aker Service Co undertakes repairs and maintenance on equipment from all major brands and most models, including older machines that manufacturers may have discontinued. This includes maintaining an inventory of parts for legacy equipment, which is particularly valuable for customers who have not yet upgraded their hardware. The service team works across the five-state region of Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, and West Virginia, providing both on-site and depot repair options.
Product Lines
Coin Counters, Sorters & Wrapping Machines: Machines for counting, sorting, and wrapping coins by denomination, offered new or reconditioned. Currency Counters & Discriminators: Devices for counting and authenticating banknotes, capable of detecting counterfeit currency and sorting by denomination. Bill Changers & Bill Breakers: Machines that dispense change or break larger bills, common in vending, laundry, and casino environments. Check Processing Equipment: Scanners and readers for processing checks, including MICR reading and image capture. Cash Room Supplies: Accessories and consumables such as bags, wrappers, and storage solutions. Paper Handling Equipment: Paper cutters, folders, joggers, and shredders for office and back-office use.
Market Position
The company's physical presence is centered on its headquarters and service facility at 931B Winchester Road in Lexington, Kentucky. Aker Service Co maintains a professional website but does not operate an e-commerce platform, encouraging direct contact via phone or fax. Given its size and independence, it does not appear to have a dedicated marketing or sales department beyond its core team. The company’s longevity—operating continuously since 1993—suggests a stable client base built through repeat business and word-of-mouth reputation within the cash handling industry. No information is publicly available regarding financial performance, headcount, or recent news, partnerships, or expansions.
Key Products
Coin Counters, Sorters & Wrapping Machines
Machines for counting, sorting, and wrapping coins by denomination. Offered both new and reconditioned.
Currency Counters & Discriminators
Devices for counting and authenticating banknotes, capable of detecting counterfeit currency and sorting by denomination.
Bill Changers & Bill Breakers
Machines that dispense change or break larger bills into smaller denominations, commonly used in vending, laundry, and casino environments.
Check Processing Equipment
Scanners and readers for processing checks, including MICR reading and image capture.
Cash Room Supplies
Accessories and consumables for cash handling operations, such as bags, wrappers, and storage solutions.
Paper Handling Equipment
Paper cutters, folders, joggers, and shredders for office and back-office use.
