Paper Shredders

Paper Shredders
The increase in identity theft and in turn identity fraud
worldwide makes it important for both individuals and
businesses to make certain that sensitive and private
information is carefully and safely stored when it is
needed, and completely destroyed when it is no longer
needed. One of the best methods available for destroying
sensitive information and documents is the use of a paper
shredder. By shredding important documents, individuals
and businesses alike can safeguard themselves against
criminal access to these same files and records.

A paper shredder has the ability to shred a variety of
documents, including credit card bills and receipts, bank
statements, actual credit cards, checks, pay stubs, and
photographs, to name a few.

Paper shredders are typically available in two forms:
strip-cut and cross-cut. A strip-cut paper shredder cuts
paper and documents into strips, as the name suggests.
Typical strip sizes are about quarter of an inch in
thickness. For the cost, this type of shredder can handle
a high volume of sheets, and typically requires less
maintenance than other types of shredders. This type of
shredder is often perfect for small offices and documents
that are less sensitive.

Cross-cut paper shredders are designed to cut paper and
documents into small pieces instead of strips. This
technique increases the level of security, while at the
same time making it easier to deal with the waste. The
small paper pieces are easier to dispose of than the longer
strips, which can often take up a lot of space in a
wastebasket.

Some paper shredders are designed to shred documents to a
very fine level, and as such come complete with blades that
are not very sturdy. In these cases, staples and paper
clips can cause severe damage to the blades, and cause the
shredder to work in a less efficient manner. To avoid this
problem, most office elect to use a shredder that cuts
strips into large pieces, as paper clips and staples are
easily "eaten" by the larger, more sturdy blades.

Shredder oil and lubrication are other considerations that
need to be made by any office manager looking to purchase a
paper shredder. Since dust from shredded papers can often
stick to the blades, using oil can keep the paper dust from
accumulating. With the added lubrication, the movement
from the blades can help push the paper dust through,
easily increasing the efficiency of the paper shredder's
blades.

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ABT's massive selection of shredders is available to view
online, as are details of the servicing and repair facility
and regular updates on news from the shredding industry. A
freephone line is available for all customers seeking
advice or guidance regarding a new purchase, or to learn
more about the servicing and repair of an existing shredder
- http://www.abt-shredders.co.uk/