General Shredding Articles & Expert Tips

  1. What to Keep in Mind When Using a Paper Shredder?
    Are you wondering how to use a paper shredder? The good news is that it’s actually very easy. With most of them, you can simply turn the machine on, insert your paper, and it will get shredded. However, there are some things you should keep in mind to keep the device in good condition ...
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  2. What to do with shredded material?
    Paper shredders are a great way to ensure that no one will able to steal your private information. But what do you do with the paper once it’s been run through the machine? This article will list what you can do, ranging from the practical (recycling) to the whimsical (Easter basket ...
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  3. What to Do If my Fellowes Shredder Won't Shut Off?
    So, you’re having a weird problem with your paper shredder. Namely, your machine has an automatic stop/start feature and after you shred something, the unit won’t shut off. You’re worried. Should your return the shredder? Is there something really wrong with it? Relax. In ...
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  4. Why Should You Shred Your Mail?
    Do you receive a lot of mail? Are you aghast at the number of credit card offers, brochures, and catalogs you receive? And what should you do with those pesky bills once they’ve been paid? While it may be tempting to toss them or just let them pile up, running them through a paper ...
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  5. Your Paper Shredder: How to Stay Safe When Using It
    Paper shredders are a mixed bag. They can be reassuring because when you use one to get rid of private documents, you can safely assume that you’re protecting yourself from identity theft. However, these machines can also be incredibly dangerous thanks to their sharp blades and powerful ...
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  6. What is a Continuous-Duty Paper Shredder and Why You Should Have It in Your Office?
    When choosing a new paper shredder for your office, you absolutely need to look for a continuous-duty model. You may be wondering what that is and why it’s important. This article will not only educate you about this type of device and why you should get one, it’ll give you a few ...
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  7. What should I consider when choosing a shredder for my office?
    Data security is a huge concern for most organizations these days. Even the thought of client data and sensitive credit information slipping into the wrong hands is enough to make small business owners cringe. One of the best things that a company can do in order to secure its data is to buy a ...
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  8. What features should I look for in a shredder?
    Buying and using a paper shredder is something everyone should do these days. Not only is identity theft fairly common, there are federal privacy laws certain individuals and entities must follow. When you purchase a paper shredder you have a lot of decisions to make. This is because there are a ...
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  9. How do I oil my shredder?
    If you have a paper shredder, chances are you use it pretty frequently. Whether you use it to shred personal documents to prevent identity theft or use one at work to protect business information, shredders have become some of the most commonly used machines. If you want to keep your ...
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  10. How do I choose the right shredder?
    Nowadays, almost every office has a paper shredder. And if they don’t, they definitely should have a paper shredder. If your office is one of the few that doesn’t have one or if you need to upgrade, then you are going to need to pick the right size shredder for your office. This ...
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