HSM 225.2 Level 5 High Security Paper Shredder Review

Paper shredders are invaluable to many
businesses, especially those dealing with highly classified material on
a daily basis. The HSM 225.2 Level 5 High Security Paper Shredder
provides an efficient way to quickly destroy even the most sensitive
information. With automatic features for easy operation and a sturdy
motor for all day use, this shredder is great for any office. Let's
take a closer look at the HSM 225.2.

Strengths:

• Once this machine is switched on, the motor sits in
  standby, ready for use at any time. An electronic eye senses paper in
  the feed and shreds when needed, saving energy by not powering unused
  blades. The lit display keeps the user updated on the machine's
  status. If a paper jam occurs, the blades automatically stop and
  reverse to remove the clogged paper. A flip top lid offers easy access
  for further clearing as well as oiling. The auto stop also kicks in
  when the cabinet door is open or if the shred bag is full.
• The
  powerful motor is rated for continuous duty, allowing the device to be
  used all day. This is especially convenient for large, busy offices
  with high volume shredding needs. It is also thermally protected
  against overheating and offers quiet operation, only running at 64
  decibels. That's approximately the same sound level as a normal
  conversation. The closed gear transmission cuts down on dirt and wear,
  extending the life of your machine.
• A 12 inch throat
  accepts up to 9 sheets of a wide variety of paper sizes. Pages are
  shred as fast as 27 feet per minute, leaving only tiny particles behind.
  These miniscule pieces measure 1mm by 11mm and provide a high level 5
  security rating. The thousands of paper bits are impossible to
  reassemble, keeping all your confidential information safe.
• Paper
  confetti rains down into a spacious 26 gallon reusable shred bag. The
  bag sits in a slide-out wire frame for easy removal and replacement.
  The generous size container allows a decent amount of shredding to
  occur before needing to be emptied.
• HSM provides a one year warranty on the cutting cylinders, parts, and labor for this product.

Weaknesses:

• Weighing over 100 pounds, this is a heavy piece of
  office equipment. However, there are casters on the bottom for extra
  portability in case you need to move it around. We don't think this
  will provide a problem for most users.
• Any document
  fasteners need to be removed before shredding. High security shredders
  rarely take in anything other than paper. If this is a necessary
  ability for your office, we suggest the GBC Shredmaster GDHS713.
• As
  with many high security shredders, this one only offers low intake and
  speed capabilities. Again this is very normal for high security
  devices; users are usually looking for safety, not necessarily
  quantity. Even so, the HSM 411.2 Level 5 or 6 provides greater sheet
  capacity and faster shred speeds while still guaranteeing high security
  shredding.

Overall, the 225.2 is an excellent system
for any busy office. All day shredding constantly destroys any
sensitive documents on the spot to keep your information secure.
Automatic features simplify use and solid steel blades quickly dice up
documents for a convenient and efficient machine. We would highly
recommend this device for your next high security office shredder.

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