After pulling out our microscope and taking a closer look, the DestroyIt 4005 (3/16") Cross Cut Shredder has proved to be a worthy machine. It's a fairly versatile machine with a not-too-crazy price tag either (but remember you can often get a better deal if you call or email :-) Overall we'd recommend this machine but I suggest that you take a look at the specs yourself.
Security
At a level 3 security, this cross-cut shredder gets the job done. Although there are higher levels of security, a level 3 machine provides a sufficiently small cut size to put your identity theft worries to bed. We also like the cross-cut because it takes up much less space which means that you won't have to empty your bin as frequently as you would with a strip-cut machine. There is really no reason to jump up to a level 4 machine unless you have some ultra-sensitive documents you need destroyed.
Shredable Material
The DestroyIt 4005 (3/16") Cross Cut Shredder can shred CDs, Credit Cards, Paper, Paper Clips, Staples. If you need to be able to shred something else then we recommend that you look at a larger machine and/or look for something with a little bit lower security (the higher the security the less likelihood that the machine shreds something other than paper).
Continuous Motor
This shredder is rated for continuous operation. That means that theoretically you could shred all day long and the machine would not have to shut-down to cool off. Remember that results may vary under real-world operating conditions and things such as the temperature of the room will affect the ability of this motor to stay cool and continue to shred. We give this machine 2 pats on the back for being rated continuous duty and we know that you'll appreciate this feature in due time.
Bin Size
With a 59 gallon bin the DestroyIt 4005 (3/16") Cross Cut Shredder is going to take quite some time to fill up unless you are shredding non-stop. Your bags will be pretty heavy so go ahead and cut off your gym membership to save a little bit of money. Just make sure every time you empty the bin that your machine is getting enough oil!
Throat Size
A 16 inch throat means that you can fit just about anything into this bad boy. Gone are the days of folding your oversized paper or crumpling and jamming your machine with regular-sized paper. This guy gets 2 thumbs up for the often underestimated large throat size.
Auto Oiler
This machine gets a huge bonus for having the automatic oiler already installed. This means that you don't have to worry about oiling the machine or figuring out who oiled it last. It is a fact that well oiled cutting heads will prolong the life of your machine. All you have to worry about is changing the oil in the reservoir and you're good-to-go.
Warranty
The DestroyIt 4005 (3/16") Cross Cut Shredder comes with a 1 year warranty parts - Lifetime warranty on cutting shafts. This means that you have plenty of time to test out the machine and make sure that everything is running smoothly. Just make sure to properly care for your machine and you shouldn't have any issues
Price
With an MSRP of $7,599.00 this shredder is not the cheapest around but remember to NEVER pay the full amount. You can find discounts of up to 50% off if you look around on the web.
About the Manufacturer
Headquartered in historic Charleston, South Carolina, the MBM Corporation produces world-class Destroyit business shredders. MBM Corporation's parent company, IDEAL Krug & Priester of Germany, is the leading manufacturer of paper shredders and small format paper cutters in the world. At MBM, innovative thinking and exhaustive research and development go into every product we sell. Our products are sold through an extensive dealer network throughout the United States and backed by a staff of knowledgeable service representatives and one of the best warranty packages in the business.
Manufacturer Jargon
This centralized office shredder comes WITH an automatic oiler and the "SPS" Safety Protection System which features an electronically controlled, transparent safety shield in the feed opening, automatic start and stop controlled by photo cell. "ECC" helps prevent paper jams by indicating sheet capacity levels during the shredding process, automatic oil injection insures optimal performance at all times wide, 16" feed opening. High quality, hardened steel cutting shafts take staples, paper clips, credit cards, and CDs, Lifetime warranty on cutting shafts. High powered motor (2 1/8 maximum horsepower) rated for continuous operation, fully enclosed, dust-proof gearbox housing. High quality wooden cabinet mounted on casters, pull-out bag frame mechanism mounted on rollers for easy replacement of disposable shred bags, 59 gallon bin capacity
So as I mentioned before, we think that the DestroyIt 4005 (3/16") Cross Cut Shredder is a worthy competitor and deserves a second look. If you have more specific questions I didn't answer here, feel free to give us a call and we'd be happy to help you out. I also wanted to remind you that real-world conditions do not always produce the same results that you might expect from the listed specs. Happy Shredding!
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