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By benmole
Tighten your documents security with paper shredder
Several models of commercial paper shredders are available in a variety of sizes, styles, and makes. Shredders with extra wide throat help to shred oversized paper more quickly. Commercial paper shredders with throats up to 16" wide are available.
Strip cut and crosscut models of commercial paper shredders are available. Strip cut models shred paper into long strips. Strip cut models are less expensive and they require less maintenance. Compared to strip cut models, crosscut versions are more secure. They shred paper into tiny particles. Crosscut models have improved waste handling efficiency. Commercial paper shredders are available for $868 and upwards.
Most models of commercial paper shredders feature hoppers and conveyor belt feed systems. Available in the stores are commercial shredders with features such as continuous motors, solid one piece cutting head, jam proof electronics, large shred bins, bag full sensor switch, electric eye, and casters. Quiet operation and simple bag change are the key features of a commercial paper shredder. Some models come with powerful rated horsepower motor and steel cutting cylinders.
The level of shredding of an industrial shredder is governed by its DIN. The following is a brief explanation of the different shredding sizes at each level:
Security Level 1
An office shredder with DIN 1 is meant to shred records and internal documents.
MEASUREMENT
3/8 x 1 ½-3 1/8 Cross-cut
3/8 Strip-cut
METRIC 10.5mm Strip-cut
11.8mm Strip-cut
10.5mm x 40-80mm Cross-cut
Security Level 2
A DIN2 shredder is designed to shred internal documents like printouts or poor quality photocopies.
MEASUREMENT
1/8 Strip-cut
1/4 Strip-cut
1/2 x 9/16-2 Cross-cut
1/4 x 9/16-2 Cross-cut
METRIC 3.9mm Strip-cut
5.8mm Strip-cut
7.5mm x 40-80mm
Security Level 3
A DIN3 shredder is designed for shredding confidential documents and personal data.
MEASUREMENT
1/16 Strip-cut
1/8 x 1 1/8-2 Cross-cut
METRIC 1.9mm Strip-cut
3.9mm x 30-50mm Cross-cut
Security Level 4
A DIN4 shredder is used by companies and businesses to shred documents that contain sensitive information.
MEASUREMENT
1/6 x 9/16-5/8 Cross-cut
METRIC 1.9mm x 15mm Cross-cut
Security Level 5
A DIN 5 shredder has been approved by the U.S. Department of Defense and the Canadian RCMP for top-secret shredding. This class of shredders is ideal for high-security requirements.
MEASUREMENT
1/32 x 3/8-1/2 Cross-cut
METRIC 0.78mm x 11mm Cross-cut
Security Level 6
A DIN6 shredder is rare and the highest level of shredder security that has received backing by the U.S. Government and the NSA for secure shredding of the most sensitive documents.
MEASUREMENT
1/32 x 5/32 Cross-cut
1/26 x 1/5 Cross-cut
METRIC 1mm x 4-5mm
A company may be interested in industrial shredders. Due to the complexity of commercial shredders, there is a need for regular maintenance and oiling to ensure their smooth functioning. Many shredder manufacturers offer support contracts that should be taken since the repairs can get expensive otherwise. Waste removal measures should also be undertaken to ensure that the output from the shredder gets disposed correctly.
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