Cross Shredder

A cross shredder is ideal for the busy office and offers much more security  than shredders designed for use at home.  Office shredding machines need to be more durable and capable of shredding more finely for greater confidentiality as well as greater volumes and more sheets at once.

The security level you require from your cross shredder is a key consideration and is determined by the cut style and size. Cross shredders with a cut size of 4.50 - 2.50m are suitable for confidential shredding including financial information, client contact details, reports and any other printouts or information that needs to remain private, or that could be used for fraudulent gain if in the wrong hands. An added advantage - the more finely a cross shredder shreds - the less bulk waste that is produced reducing the frequency of emptying.

In order to be more security conscious, the modern workplace will need a cross shredder that will dispose of more than just paper.  Bank and credit cards, unwanted or confidential CDs and DVDs can all be disposed of securely without the risk of identify fraud.  In addition, a cross shredder that will take staples means that you don't have to manually remove them before using the cross shredder.

Some models of cross shredder have separate waste bins and chutes, so that paper and credit cards are kept separate.  This means that the paper can be recycled whilst the other items can be disposed of safely and securely.

When buying a shredder there is always a danger that you underestimate your shredding needs. Overloading your shredding machine and causing paper jams will not only frustrate but can reduce the working life of your shredder.

You can also consider cross shredders with safety features like safety locks - a touch sensitive technology that stops the shredder to prevent accidents. And don’t forget to choose a cross shredder that is easy to set up and operate and possibly one that has casters for mobility. You might even want a shredding machine with auto stop and start and which tells you when it needs to be emptied.

With a wide range of cross shredders available from the leading brands such as Fellowes and Rexel, and sizes and performance to suit all workplaces, you're sure to be able to find the right model of cross shredder to meet your needs at the Office Products Market Place.