Standard Horizon 3080x Cross Cut Paper Shredder

• First, the automatic on/off function makes the shredder easy to use. Simply slide in your papers and the machine turns itself on. Included in that function is a sensor that activates the automatic off when you've finished. It's also triggered when the bag is full or when there is a paper jam, stopping any user from aggravating the problem. At the sign of a paper jam, the auto reverse function kicks in, spitting paper back out in order to not make the jam worse.

• Another great feature is the continuous cycle. Unlike many smaller shredders, this one doesn't need frequent down time to stay in top running condition.

• This deskside shredder is a powerhouse, able to eat up 20 sheets of paper at once. And with rates up to an impressive 30 feet per minute, you won't spend unnecessary time waiting for your documents to shred.

• The cross cutting mechanism turns full sized paper into miniscule particles. This results in more security for not only your information but also any confidential client information you may have. Those tiny pieces also fill up the waste container much slower than traditional strip cut shreds. Even so, the 16 gallon waste bin is sizable enough to handle a decent amount of shredding before needing to be emptied.

• With so many features, it's hard to see a downside. But the 10 inch opening limits what can simply slide into the shredder. Anything wider than the average paper would have to first be cut or folded in half. However, this width is more than adequate for most businesses. If your office shreds a surplus of wide documents, you may want to upgrade to a model with a wider paper entry.

• Another potential downside is the 16 gallon waste container. Again, for most businesses this is more than enough space. But if your office has a higher shredding volume, you may consider a shredder with a larger waste container.

Much more doesn't need to be said, Standard's 3080x cross cut shredder is an excellent option for any medium to large office. The many automatic features make using this machine a breeze. Paperwork is quickly and continuously sliced into shreds. The tiny cross cut particles slowly fill the large waste container and ensure security for you and your clientele. This is one shredder to remember when searching for the ideal machine for your office.