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.

High Security Shredders | Micro Cut Shredders | Crypto Cut Shredders

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Large range of high security shredders covering P-5 security level, P-6 security level and P-7 security level. These micro cut and crypto cut shredders provide very high levels of security with very small particle sizes. All HSM Securio and QShred Sentinel shredders in this category are also NPSA (formerly CPNI) approved. See our Guide to High Security Shredders blog post for useful help and advice on selecting the best unit for your needs.

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Fellowes Fellowes Automax 600M 600 Sheet AUTO FEED Heavy Duty P5 Micro Cut Shredder - 83 Litre Bin

Sheet Capacity - 600. Security Level - P-5. Bin size - 83L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. Features AccuFeed Technology. Simply load it, push the button and walk away. SmartLock™ 4-digit PIN security. 3-year warranty.

Our Price £832.00 (Excl. Tax)

£998.40 Incl. Tax

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HSM Securio AF500 500 Sheet AUTO-FEED High Security P6 Micro Cut Heavy Duty Shredder - 3 Year Warranty.

HSM HSM Securio AF500 500 Sheet AUTO-FEED P6 Crypto Cut Heavy Duty Shredder - 3 Year Warranty, 2105811

Sheet Capacity - 500. Security Level - P-6. Bin size - 82L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. Auto-Feed Heavy Duty shredder featuring excellent, German-made quality. Ideal for up to 15 moderate users. 3-year warranty.

Price From £881.00 (Excl. Tax)

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Rexel Rexel Optimum AutoFeed+ 600M 600 Sheet AUTO-FEED P5 Micro Cut Heavy Duty Shredder

Sheet Capacity - 600. Security Level - P-5. Bin size - 110L. Max. Run-time - 4 hours. Micro cut shredder automatically shreds up to 600 x A4 sheets of paper at a time. Simple intuitive touch control buttons for easy operation. PIN code lock for ultimate confidence and security.

Original Price: £1,752.00

Our Price £917.00 (Excl. Tax)

£1,100.40 Incl. Tax

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HSM Securio B32 Very High Security P7 Micro Cut Heavy Duty Shredder - German Made - 3 Year Warranty.

HSM HSM Securio B32 P7 Crypto Cut Heavy Duty Shredder - German Made - 3 Year Warranty, 1824811

Sheet Capacity - 4. Security Level - P-7. Bin size - 82L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. Excellent quality, very robust, German-made, heavy duty shredder. Ideal for up to 15 users. 3-year warranty. Delivery: 4 weeks.

Price From £969.00 (Excl. Tax)

£1,162.80 Incl. Tax

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HSM Securio B34 High Security P6 Micro Cut Heavy Duty Shredder - German Made - 3 Year Warranty.

HSM HSM Securio B34 P6 Crypto Cut Heavy Duty Shredder - German Made - 3 Year Warranty, 1845811

Sheet Capacity - 8. Security Level - P-6. Bin size - 100L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. Excellent quality, very robust, German-made, heavy duty shredder. Ideal for up to 20 users. 3-year warranty.

Price From £996.00 (Excl. Tax)

£1,195.20 Incl. Tax

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HSM Securio B35 P5 Micro Cut High Performance Shredder - 3 Year Warranty.

HSM HSM Securio B35 P5 Micro Cut High Performance Shredder - 5 Year Warranty, 1922811

Sheet Capacity - 15. Security Level - P-5. Bin size - 130L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. Excellent quality, very robust, German-made, high performance shredder. Suitable for 20+ users. 5-year warranty.

Original Price: £1,076.00

Price From £1,026.00 (Excl. Tax)

£1,231.20 Incl. Tax

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Fellowes Fellowes Fortishred 1050HS Departmental High Security P7 Crypto Cut Shredder

Sheet Capacity - 4. Security Level - P-7. Bin size - 35L. Max. Run-time - continuous duty. High quality. Made in Germany.

Our Price £1,130.00 (Excl. Tax)

£1,356.00 Incl. Tax

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HSM Securio B34 Very High Security P7 Micro Cut Heavy Duty Shredder - German Made - 3 Year Warranty.

HSM HSM Securio B34 P7 Crypto Cut Heavy Duty Shredder - German Made - 3 Year Warranty, 1844811

Sheet Capacity - 5. Security Level - P-7. Bin size - 100L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. Excellent quality, very robust, German-made, heavy duty shredder. Ideal for up to 20 users. 3-year warranty.

Price From £1,135.00 (Excl. Tax)

£1,362.00 Incl. Tax

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HSM Securio B35 High Security P6 Micro Cut High Performance Shredder - 3 Year Warranty.

HSM HSM Securio B35 P6 Crypto Cut High Performance Shredder - 3 Year Warranty, 1925811

Sheet Capacity - 9. Security Level - P-6. Bin size - 130L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. Excellent quality, very robust, German-made, high performance shredder. Suitable for 20+ users. 3-year warranty. Delivery: 4 weeks.

Price From £1,282.00 (Excl. Tax)

£1,538.40 Incl. Tax

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Fellowes Fellowes Fortishred 3250SMC Heavy Duty High Security P6 Crypto Cut Shredder

Sheet Capacity - 6. Security Level - P-6. Bin size - 100L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. High quality. Made in Germany.

Our Price £1,310.00 (Excl. Tax)

£1,572.00 Incl. Tax

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HSM Securio B35 Very High Security P7 Micro Cut High Performance Shredder - 3 Year Warranty.

HSM HSM Securio B35 P7 Crypto Cut High Performance Shredder - 3 Year Warranty, 1924811

Sheet Capacity - 5. Security Level - P-7. Bin size - 130L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. Excellent quality, very robust, German-made, high performance shredder. Suitable for 20+ users. 3-year warranty. Delivery: 4 weeks.

Price From £1,462.00 (Excl. Tax)

£1,754.40 Incl. Tax

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Fellowes Fellowes Fortishred 3250HS Heavy Duty High Security P7 Crypto Cut Shredder

Sheet Capacity - 5. Security Level - P-7. Bin size - 100L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. High quality. Made in Germany.

Our Price £1,545.00 (Excl. Tax)

£1,854.00 Incl. Tax

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HSM Securio P36i P5 Micro Cut IntelligentDrive High Performance Shredder - 3 Year Warranty.

HSM HSM Securio P36i P5 Micro Cut IntelligentDrive High Performance Shredder - 5 Year Warranty, 1852121

Sheet Capacity - 18. Security Level - P-5. Bin size - 145L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. Excellent quality, very robust, German-made, high performance shredder. 3 operating modes: Silent; Standard and Performance. High resolution, touch-screen control panel. 5-year warrranty.

Price From £1,766.00 (Excl. Tax)

£2,119.20 Incl. Tax

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Rexel Rexel Optimum AutoFeed+ 750M 750 Sheet AUTO-FEED Heavy Duty P5 Micro Cut Shredder

Sheet Capacity - 750. Security Level - P-5. Bin size - 140L. Max. Run-time - 4 hours. Micro cut shredder automatically shreds up to 750 x A4 sheets of paper at a time. Simple intuitive touch control buttons for easy operation. PIN code lock for ultimate confidence and security.

Original Price: £2,225.00

Our Price £1,849.00 (Excl. Tax)

£2,218.80 Incl. Tax

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HSM HSM Securio P36i P5 Micro Cut IntelligentDrive High Performance Shredder - WITH SEPARATE CD SLOT - 5 Year Warranty, 1852121C

Original Price: £1,993.00

Our Price £1,875.00 (Excl. Tax)

£2,250.00 Incl. Tax

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HSM Securio P36i High Security P6 Micro Cut IntelligentDrive High Performance Shredder - 3 Year Warranty.

HSM HSM Securio P36i P6 Crypto Cut IntelligentDrive High Performance Shredder - 3 Year Warranty, 1855121

Sheet Capacity - 13. Security Level - P-6. Bin size - 145L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. Excellent quality, very robust, German-made, high performance shredder. 3 operating modes: Silent; Standard and Performance. High resolution, touch-screen control panel. 3-year warranty.

Price From £2,059.00 (Excl. Tax)

£2,470.80 Incl. Tax

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Kobra 310 TS HD HS High Performance P6 Hi Security Shredder.

Kobra Kobra 310 TS HD HS High Performance P6 Crypto Cut Shredder

Sheet Capacity - 18. Security Level - P-6. Bin size - 150L. 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.

Our Price £2,144.00 (Excl. Tax)

£2,572.80 Incl. Tax

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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. Excellent quality, very robust, German-made, high-performance shredder. 3 operating modes: Silent; Standard and Performance. High resolution, touch-screen control panel. 3-year warranty. Delivery: 5 weeks.

Price From £2,275.00 (Excl. Tax)

£2,730.00 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

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 & ENERGY SMART power-saving. Delivery: up to 3 working weeks.

Our Price £2,290.00 (Excl. Tax)

£2,748.00 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. Excellent quality, very robust, German-made, very high performance shredder. 3 operating modes: Silent; Standard and Performance. High resolution, touch-screen control panel. 3-year warrranty.

Price From £2,360.00 (Excl. Tax)

£2,832.00 Incl. Tax

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Fellowes Fellowes Powershred 425HS Heavy Duty P7 Crypto Cut Shredder - 10 Sheet, 114 Litre Bin

Sheet Capacity - 10. Security Level - P-7. Bin size - 114L. Max. Run-time - Continuous duty. Ideal for large offices & multiple users. 100% Jam Proof. Auto-Oil. SafeSense® Technology for added safety. 3-year warranty.

Our Price £2,380.00 (Excl. Tax)

£2,856.00 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. Excellent quality, very robust, German-made, very high-performance shredder. 3 operating modes: Silent; Standard and Performance. High resolution, touch-screen control panel. 3-year warranty.

Price From £2,432.00 (Excl. 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. Excellent quality, very robust, German-made, very high performance shredder. 3 operating modes: Silent; Standard and Performance. High resolution, touch-screen control panel. 5-year warranty.

Price From £2,585.00 (Excl. Tax)

£3,102.00 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. Excellent quality, very robust, German-made, high performance shredder. 3 operating modes: Silent; Standard and Performance. High resolution, touch-screen control panel. Separate optical media slot. 3-year warranty. Delivery: 4 weeks.

Our Price £2,680.00 (Excl. Tax)

£3,216.00 Incl. Tax

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