There are many things to consider when purchasing a paper shredder and all the variables can seem overwhelming. After all, the privacy of your information is at stake so it’s important to make the right selection. With sheet capacity, motor size and waste volume to consider, the following questions will help you narrow down your selection to only a few models.

While making a selection, it’s important to remember that your shredding volume will increase with time, so be sure to factor in growth when making a decision

Dahle Personal Shredders feature Automatic On/Off operation that uses an electronic sensor to turn the machine on. All you have to do is position your document in the feed opening and the shredder will take care of the rest. For versatility, each model can be used as a trash can with the ability to place non confidential waste in the front opening.
  

Proficiency best describes Dahle’s line of Small Office Shredders with their ability to get the job done quickly and easily with minimal effort. Small offices or teams of employees will benefit from the ease of use and quiet operation of these small to mid-size shredders. They’re designed to shred between 100 and 400 sheets of paper per day and are perfect for destroying personnel records, client proposals or tax information.

These machines are constructed using a wooden cabinet with swing open door. This door hides the addition of a removable Shred Box which makes changing bags easier. This box can be easily lined with Dahle’s Disposable Shred Bags and emptied or recycled when full. If you’re not sure when that will be - don’t worry. Your shredder will inform you through use of its visual warning indicators. Once your shredder is empty and the door is closed, it will resume normal operation.

With the widespread use of networked printers and fax machines, confidential business information is constantly being printed throughout the workday. It’s important to have a powerful shredder located nearby to easily dispose of this information. Dahle Office Shredders are designed to accommodate the needs of most busy offices by shredding between 400 and 2,000 sheets of paper per day. This is the perfect device for properly destroying marketing plans, health records, or other confidential information that should not be seen by others.

Dahle Office Shredders use the latest technology. Some models feature full electronic capabilities including such safety features as Automatic Shutoff when the cabinet door opens and Auto Reverse to prevent an overfeed. Automatic On/Off and Bag Full Auto Off are features that offer both convenience and satisfaction in knowing you will be notified when it’s time to empty the box or change the bag.

Known for their power and waste capacity, Dahle Department Shredders provide a practical solution for accommodating the shredding needs of even the busiest offices. These machines can continually shred large quantities of paper for long periods of time and are designed to shred between 2,000 and 12,000 sheets of paper per day. Their attractive design and large storage bin make them a nice addition to any large office, copy room or communications center.

The shredding power of these machines originates from a 1 1/2 horsepower continuous duty motor (most models) which allows for longer shred periods without cooling down. In order to provide slip free power to the cutting cylinders a steel chain connects the two components and provides maximum shredding capacity. Removing staples and paper clips are a thing of the past. Dahle shredders can easily accommodate these items without harming the machine and saving you time in the process

In today’s society there’s nothing more critical than the accumulation of large volumes of confidential waste. Dahle High Capacity Shredders are just the tools to destroy large quantities of paper in a short amount of time. These machines fit nicely in company mail rooms or any other centralized location where large amounts of shredded material is taken.

Our smaller High Capacity Shredders have a 16" feed opening and can handle up to 43 sheets (20396) and up to 60 sheets (20390) of paper at a time. These machines are driven by a powerful 2 horsepower motor and are designed to shred between 12,000 and 28,000 sheets of paper per day. If you looking for something with a little more power and capacity, Dahle’s largest shredders have a 17" feed opening and can handle up to 85 sheets (20453) and up to 100 sheets (20452) of paper at a time. These hopper style units are intended to shred between 28,000 and 2 tons of paper per day and are driven by a powerful 3 horsepower motor.

In order to protect our National Security, military and government agencies require higher levels of security from their paper shredders. With this in mind, the U.S. Department of Defense has increased the requirements for the destruction of Top Secret COMSEC documents. NSA/CSS Specification 02-01 is the new standard for maximum particle area and maximum particle dimensions as well as setting a tough standard for machine durability.

Depending on your daily shredding, Dahle High Security Shredders are available in 4 different ranges including Small Office (20434), Office (20634 EC, 33134), Department (20835 EC), and High Capacity (20394). But don’t confuse size with ability. Whether you’re shredding 100 sheets per day or 28,000, all Dahle High Security Shredders are serious machines capable of reducing an 8 1/2" x 11" sheet of paper into over 15,500 tiny particles. These particles are so small that they have been rendered impossible to reassemble.

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