Archive for January, 2010
Weekly Product Questions
Customer Phillipe Hi, Can you program the Swingline 350MD (or any electric punchers) puncher for single-hole punches ? If so, is there a way to measure how far you can put the paper in so the punches are always done in the same position on the document ? Thank you Mono Machines Response: Hi Philippe, Thank you for your question. I just [...]
What is the Best High Security Paper Shredder – Part 1?
Well, that is a difficult question to answer. The truth is that there are a lot of "Best" high security paper shredders on the market. It really depends on the user's needs. Please look for a series of articles to come regarding this topic. Below you will find Part 1 of "What is the Best High Security Paper Shredder? In this series I will [...]
What is an HS6 High Security Shredder?
An HS6 paper shredder is just an abbreviated version of a High Security Level 6 paper shredder. An HS6 shredder is approved by the NSA for the destruction of top secret documentation. Simply put, an HS6 shredder shreds paper into dust - looks like a pile of sand almost. Alternative paper shredder names for HS6 shredders include the [...]
What is a Level 6 Shredder?
A level 6 paper shredder is a paper shredder that has been approved by the NSA for the destruction of top secret documentation. Other names for a level 6 shredder include the following: NSA Approved Shredder, DOD Approved Shredder, GSA Approved Shredder, HS6 Shredder, NSA High Security Shredder Wikipedia - Paper Shredder "Level 6 = 0.8 x [...]
Choosing the Best Paper Trimmer
We found a great little article by Susan Kristoff at Suite101.com on choosing the best paper trimmer. Although the article is more geared towards the craft-centric user, many of the points are universal: Suite101 - Choosing a Paper Trimmer Factors include: Size, Safety, Cost, Performance & Appearance Size - Smaller paper trimmers are [...]
Obsolete MBM, Destroyit, Triumph & Kutrimmer Products
Reprinted from MBM Corp. Website Destroyit Model Prod. Years Recommended Upgrade 1001 1979 - 1985 2240 CC Plus 4 / 1801 1974 - 1985 2240 CC 8210 1996 - 1998 2240 CC 8230 CC 1997 - 1998 2240 CC 1000 1993 - 2000 2240 CC 2000 1990 - 1998 2240 CC 3000 1994 - 2000 2260 CC 2100 [...]
How to Choose a Binding Machine
We often get asked the question, "How do I choose the best binding machine". I recently came across a great article on Hub Pages and thought that I should share. See below for an expert and then you can visit their site if you need more info! Hub Pages - How to Choose a Coil Binding Machine Choose A Hole Pattern Size Coil binders come in [...]
What are GSA Approved Shredders?
GSA Approved Shredders are better known as level 6 high security shredders. They are also referred to as NSA Approved Shredders or DOD Approved Shredders. About GSA "GSA provides workplaces by constructing, managing, and preserving government buildings and by leasing and managing commercial real estate. GSA's acquisition solutions offer [...]
What is a DOD Approved Shredder?
To start, DOD stands for Department of Defense which includes many agencies, including the Army, Navy, Marines and Air Force, amongst others. A DOD Approved paper shredder is really the same thing as an NSA approved shredder. See this post for more info. The NSA decides what shredders meet their requirements and at this time the DOD follows [...]
