How to choose a Shredder

What to look for when purchasing a Shredder

It is essential to shred any of the following items:

Choose the Right Shredder for Your Needs

1. Daily Usage				3. Sheet Capacity
Number of sheeds shredded on average per day. Think abuot how much you'll shred, then double it! Most users shred twice as much as they think they will.				Maximum number of sheets that can be fed through a shredder at one time (based on 20-lb paper). One of the factors in determining how quickly you can complete your shredding job.
2. Security Level				4. Throughput
				Sheet capacity x single sheet speed. Shows the maximum number of sheets that can be shred in one minute.
Micro-cut shredders, a type of confetti-cut shredder, provides the highest security by shredding paper into tiny confetti pieces. They shred an 8 1/2 x 11 sheet into approximately 3,770 pieces.	Confetti-cut shredders provide higher security by shredding paper into tiny confetti pieces. They shred an 8 1/2 x 11 piece of paper into approximately 300 chips. They also reduce waste bulk.	Strip-cut shredders provide economical security by shredding paper into 1/4" strips.
				5. Wastebin Capacity
				Larger capacities allow for more shredding between bag changes and greater productivity.
				6. Throat Width
				Larger 15" and 16" throats allow for oversized sheets and disorganized stacks. 8 1/4" personal shredder throats accommodate items up to standard letter size.
				7. Specialty Shredding
				Look for shredders that can destroy these items: