How does the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) relate to shredders and shredding?

GDPR requires organisations to apply sound security practices to all electronic and paper-based personal data with respect to its collection, storage, access and disposal. Part of the requirement is to put plans in place for what should happen in the event of a breach. Whilst electronic data security has been prioritised by many organisations for many years, the security of paper based personal data is often neglected or overlooked. Statistics indicate that around 40% of data breaches may be paper based. A clear and firm document shredding policy is required supported by robust GDPR compliance process.

All potentially sensitive information of both a personal and business nature should be disposed of securely to avoid the risk of corporate fraud, identity fraud, industrial espionage and even international espionage – for example, if you are a contractor or supplier to the government, MOD, NATO, etc. Despite a great deal of publicity and adverse headlines, even now, many organisations and individuals still throw out confidential documents without thinking of the potential consequences should the files end up in the wrong hands. Since the Data Protection Act was passed in 1998, companies are obliged to protect hard copies of information on individuals or organisations that could put that person or organisation at risk should the information become public knowledge. The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of 2018 further increased the responsibility of businesses and organisations to protect the personal data of UK and EU citizens.

Why Oil Your Shredder?

All Paper Shredders need shredder oil to continue to function properly. It is very common for paper dust to build up inside of the cutting assembly. After time, this sediment can become packed together like cement. Oil serves to soften this packed dust, which allows the movement of the cutting head. The proper movement of this head will push the dust out of the paper shredder. The finer the cut the paper shredder makes, the more oil it will need. Small particle cut shredders and high security specification machines require a lot of oil. Paper shredders, as with all electromechanical equipment, will not operate efficiently unless they are properly maintained. Periodic oiling is necessary to allow the shredder to operate at maximum efficiency. Frequency of oiling will vary greatly with the volume of use and the shred size. A shredder with a 5.8mm shred width used only 1 to 2 hours per week will only require a weekly oiling. A crosscut shredder, however, should be oiled every 1/2 hour of shredding time. The procedure for oiling a shredding machine is very simple and can be done by any operator. The oil is either packaged in a squeeze bottle or in pre-impregnated sheets. Always switch the machine off at the mains point before applying liquid oil. Oil from a squeeze bottle can be applied directly onto the cutting head in a fine stream. This is done through the paper entry throat. Take 1-2 seconds to oil from one side of the opening to the other. Run the machine in reverse for about 10-15 seconds to allow the oil to transfer to all parts of the cutting head. The final step is to shred a few sheets of paper to remove any excess oil. Alternatively, impregnated shredder oil sheets can be shredded like an ordinary sheet of paper to apply the oil. Some shredders come equipped with an oil reservoir and apply the oil to the cutters automatically as it is needed. This reservoir should be topped up as and when necessary from a squeeze bottle. Shredder oil is the only lubricant which should be used on your shredder. Shredder oil is of special formulation which leaves no residue on the cutters. Other oils will attract paper dust and in turn clog the cutting head.

NPSA (Formerly CPNI) Approved Shredders

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NPSA (formerly CPNI) stands for National Protective Security Authority and is the government authority for protective security advice to the UK national infrastructure. Its role is to protect national security by helping to reduce the vulnerability of the national infrastructure to terrorism and other threats. It is accountable to the Director General of MI5. NPSA has evaluated and given approval to certain makes and models of shredder as meeting the NPSA Standard – Secure Destruction of Sensitive Items. The NPSA shredders in this section of our website have been evaluated and approved as meeting the NPSA standard and are therefore authorised to carry the NPSA Trademark.

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HSM Securio P36i Very High Security P7 Micro Cut IntelligentDrive High Performance Shredder - 3 Year Warranty.

HSM HSM Securio P36i P7 Crypto Cut IntelligentDrive High Performance Shredder - 3 Year Warranty, 1854121

Sheet Capacity - 8. Security Level - P-7. Bin size - 145L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. Very robust, high-performance shredder. 3 operating modes: Silent; Standard and Performance. High resolution, touch-screen control panel. 3-year warranty. Delivery: up to 4 weeks.

Price From £2,310.00 (Excl. Tax)

£2,772.00 Incl. Tax

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Kobra 310 TS HD HS-6 High Performance P7 Hi Security Shredder.

Kobra Kobra 310 TS HD HS-6 High Performance P7 Crypto Cut Shredder, 99.907

Sheet Capacity - 10. Security Level - P-7. Bin size - 150L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. High performance unit ideal for high volume everyday use. Soft-touch button technology, auto-oiling, unique, heavy duty chain drive with steel gears & Energy Smart technology for power saving. Delivery: up to 3 working weeks.

Our Price £2,381.00 (Excl. Tax)

£2,857.20 Incl. Tax

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HSM Securio P40i High Security P6 Micro Cut IntelligentDrive High Performance Shredder - 3 Year Warranty.

HSM HSM Securio P40i P6 Crypto Cut IntelligentDrive High Performance Shredder - 3 Year Warranty, 1885121

Sheet Capacity - 15. Security Level - P-6. Bin size - 145L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. Very robust, very high performance shredder. 3 operating modes: Silent; Standard and Performance. High resolution, touch-screen control panel. 3-year warrranty. Delivery: up to 4 weeks.

Price From £2,396.00 (Excl. Tax)

£2,875.20 Incl. Tax

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HSM Securio P40i Very High Security P7 Micro Cut IntelligentDrive High Performance Shredder - 3 Year Warranty.

HSM HSM Securio P40i P7 Crypto Cut IntelligentDrive High Performance Shredder - 3 Year Warranty, 1884121

Sheet Capacity - 9. Security Level - P-7. Bin size - 145L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. Very robust, very high-performance shredder. 3 operating modes: Silent; Standard and Performance. High resolution, touch-screen control panel. 3-year warranty.

Price From £2,469.00 (Excl. Tax)

£2,962.80 Incl. Tax

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Kobra Kobra 410 TS C2 High Performance P5 Micro Cut Shredder, 99.888

Sheet Capacity - 27. Security Level - P-5. Bin size - 205L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. High performance unit ideal for high volume everyday use. Soft-touch button technology, auto-oiling, unique, heavy duty chain drive with steel gears & Energy Smart technology for power saving.

Our Price £2,477.00 (Excl. Tax)

£2,972.40 Incl. Tax

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Kobra 400HS-OM Very High Security Micro Cut Optical Media Shredder.

Kobra Kobra 400HS-OM Very High Security Crypto Cut Optical Media Shredder, 99.585

Security Level - O-6. Bin size - 160L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. Suitable for Optical Media high security shredding. Totally dedicated to CD, DVD, blue-ray disc & credit card shredding, to "TOP SECRET" level. Unique, heavy duty chain drive with steel gears and Energy Smart technology for power saving. Delivery: up to 3 working weeks.

Our Price £2,520.00 (Excl. Tax)

£3,024.00 Incl. Tax

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HSM Securio P44i P5 Micro Cut IntelligentDrive High Performance Shredder - 3 Year Warranty.

HSM HSM Securio P44i P5 Micro Cut IntelligentDrive High Performance Shredder - 5 Year Warranty, 1872121

Sheet Capacity - 27. Security Level - P-5. Bin size - 205L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. Very robust, very high performance shredder. 3 operating modes: Silent; Standard and Performance. High resolution, touch-screen control panel. 5-year warranty.

Price From £2,624.00 (Excl. Tax)

£3,148.80 Incl. Tax

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HSM HSM Securio P36i P6 Crypto Cut High Performance Shredder - WITH SEPARATE OMDD (Optical Media) SLOT - 3 Year Warranty, 1855121M

Sheet Capacity - 13. Security Level - P-6 & O-6. Bin size - 145L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. 3 operating modes: Silent; Standard and Performance. High resolution, touch-screen control panel. Separate optical media slot. 3-year warranty. Delivery: up to 4 weeks.

Our Price £2,721.00 (Excl. Tax)

£3,265.20 Incl. Tax

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HSM HSM Securio P44i P5 Micro Cut IntelligentDrive High Performance Shredder - WITH SEPARATE CD SLOT - 5 Year Warranty, 1872121C

Our Price £2,848.00 (Excl. Tax)

£3,417.60 Incl. Tax

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HSM HSM Securio P36i P7 Crypto Cut High Performance Shredder - WITH SEPARATE OMDD (Optical Media) SLOT - 3 Year Warranty, 1854121M

Sheet Capacity - 8. Security Level - P-7 & O-6. Bin size - 145L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. 3 operating modes: Silent; Standard and Performance. High resolution, touch-screen control panel. Separate optical media slot. 3-year warranty.

Our Price £2,939.00 (Excl. Tax)

£3,526.80 Incl. Tax

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HSM HSM Securio P40i P6 Crypto Cut High Performance Shredder - WITH SEPARATE OMDD (Optical Media) SLOT - 3 Year Warranty, 1885121M

Sheet Capacity - 15. Security Level - P-6 & O-6. Bin size - 145L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. 3 operating modes: Silent; Standard and Performance. High resolution, touch-screen control panel. Separate optical media slot. 3-year warranty. Delivery: up to 4 weeks.

Our Price £3,025.00 (Excl. Tax)

£3,630.00 Incl. Tax

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Kobra 400HS High Security P6 Micro Cut Shredder.

Kobra Kobra 400HS High Security P6 Crypto Cut Shredder, 99.587

Sheet Capacity - 16. Security Level - P-6. Bin size - 200L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. Heavy duty, high security shredding with auto-oiling, , unique, heavy duty chain drive with steel gears & Energy Smart technology for power saving.

Our Price £3,053.00 (Excl. Tax)

£3,663.60 Incl. Tax

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Kobra 410 TS HS High Performance P6 Hi Security Shredder.

Kobra Kobra 410 TS HS High Performance P6 Crypto Cut Shredder, 99.889

Sheet Capacity - 18. Security Level - P-6. Bin size - 205L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. High performance unit ideal for high volume everyday use. Soft-touch button technology, auto-oiling & ENERGY SMART power-saving. Delivery: up to 3 working weeks.

Price From £3,083.00 (Excl. Tax)

£3,699.60 Incl. Tax

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Kobra 400HS Combi High Security P6 Micro Cut Shredder.

Kobra Kobra 400HS Combi High Security P6 Crypto Cut Shredder, 99.602

Sheet Capacity - 13. Security Level - O-6 & P-6. Bin size - 190L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. Suitable for paper & Optical Media high security shredding. Can shred paper, CDs, DVDs, blue-ray discs & credit card shredding, to "TOP SECRET" level. Unique, heavy duty chain drive with steel gears and Energy Smart technology for power saving.

Our Price £3,117.00 (Excl. Tax)

£3,740.40 Incl. Tax

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Kobra 400HS-6 Combi Very High Security P7 Micro Cut Shredder.

Kobra Kobra 400HS-6 Combi Very High Security P7 Crypto Cut Shredder, 99.603

Sheet Capacity - 8. Security Level - O-6 & P-7. Bin size - 190L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. Suitable for paper & Optical Media high security shredding. Can shred paper, CDs, DVDs, blue-ray discs & credit card shredding, to "TOP SECRET" level. Unique, heavy duty chain drive with steel gears and Energy Smart technology for power saving.

Our Price £3,176.00 (Excl. Tax)

£3,811.20 Incl. Tax

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HSM HSM Securio P40i P7 Crypto Cut High Performance Shredder - WITH SEPARATE OMDD (Optical Media) SLOT - 3 Year Warranty, 1884121M

Sheet Capacity - 9. Security Level - P-7 & O-6. Bin size - 145L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. 3 operating modes: Silent; Standard and Performance. High resolution, touch-screen control panel. Separate optical media slot. 3-year warranty. Delivery: up to 4 weeks.

Our Price £3,183.00 (Excl. Tax)

£3,819.60 Incl. Tax

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Kobra 410 TS HS-6 High Performance P7 Very Hi Security Shredder.

Kobra Kobra 410 TS HS-6 High Performance P7 Crypto Cut Shredder, 99.890

Sheet Capacity - 10. Security Level - P-7. Bin size - 205L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. High performance unit ideal for high volume everyday use. Soft-touch button technology, auto-oiling & ENERGY SMART power-saving. Delivery: up to 3 working weeks.

Price From £3,341.00 (Excl. Tax)

£4,009.20 Incl. Tax

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HSM HSM Securio P36i P6 Crypto Cut High Performance Shredder - WITH SEPARATE OMDD (Optical Media) SLOT & METAL DETECTION - 3 Year Warranty, 1855121N

Our Price £3,345.00 (Excl. Tax)

£4,014.00 Incl. Tax

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HSM HSM Securio P36i P7 Crypto Cut High Performance Shredder - WITH SEPARATE OMDD (Optical Media) SLOT & METAL DETECTION - 3 Year Warranty, 1855121N

Our Price £3,345.00 (Excl. Tax)

£4,014.00 Incl. Tax

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HSM HSM Securio P40i P6 Crypto Cut High Performance Shredder - WITH SEPARATE OMDD (Optical Media) SLOT & METAL DETECTION - 3 Year Warranty, 1885121N

Our Price £3,431.00 (Excl. Tax)

£4,117.20 Incl. Tax

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HSM HSM Securio P40i P7 Crypto Cut High Performance Shredder - WITH SEPARATE OMDD (Optical Media) SLOT & METAL DETECTION - 3 Year Warranty, 1884121N

Our Price £3,589.00 (Excl. Tax)

£4,306.80 Incl. Tax

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HSM Securio P44i High Security P6 Micro Cut IntelligentDrive High Performance Shredder - 3 Year Warranty.

HSM HSM Securio P44i P6 Crypto Cut IntelligentDrive High Performance Shredder - 3 Year Warranty, 1875121

Sheet Capacity - 19. Security Level - P-6. Bin size - 205L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. Very robust, very high performance shredder. 3 operating modes: Silent; Standard and Performance. High resolution, touch-screen control panel. 3-year warrranty.

Price From £3,700.00 (Excl. Tax)

£4,440.00 Incl. Tax

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HSM Securio P44i Very High Security P7 Micro Cut IntelligentDrive High Performance Shredder - 3 Year Warranty.

HSM HSM Securio P44i P7 Crypto Cut IntelligentDrive High Performance Shredder - 3 Year Warranty, 1874121

Sheet Capacity - 11. Security Level - P-7. Bin size - 205L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. Very robust, very high-performance shredder. 3 operating modes: Silent; Standard and Performance. High resolution, touch-screen control panel. 3-year warranty. Delivery: up to 4 weeks.

Price From £4,137.00 (Excl. Tax)

£4,964.40 Incl. Tax

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HSM HSM Securio P44i P6 Crypto Cut High Performance Shredder - WITH SEPARATE OMDD (Optical Media) SLOT - 3 Year Warranty, 1875121M

Sheet Capacity - 19. Security Level - P-6 & O-6. Bin size - 205L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. Very robust, very high performance shredder. 3 operating modes: Silent; Standard and Performance. High resolution, touch-screen control panel. Separate optical media slot. 3-year warrranty.

Our Price £4,329.00 (Excl. Tax)

£5,194.80 Incl. Tax

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