A gaming chip washing machine comprises a continuous conveyor for receiving gaming chips (11). The conveyor is adapted to transport gaming chips (11) between cleaning devices (18). The machine further comprises means for exposing the chips to a cleansing solution before or during contact with the cleaning devices (18). The conveyor transports the chips (11) from the cleaning devices (18) to a rinsing area (21) where a rinse agent is sprayed onto the chips (11).