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Q: How do I select a
shredder? A: AT THE DESK: Personal/Small Shredders: Having the need to shred a few times a week. Bank statements, credit card receipts and pre-approved credit card applications are among the things normally needing destruction. Light duty shredders that are compact and lightweight in design. May take an occasional staple. Non-continuous duty motor / with or without a wastebasket. Home office type:* Shredding needs are daily. Business documents, sales records and reports, legal information, bank statements and payroll or medical information. Whisper quiet motors and a compact, convenient design are crucial. Models built for “under the desk”, save space and are easily emptied when full. Small office:* The small office will have the need to shred frequently during any given business day. All business data and correspondence, competitive information and pricing. Personnel records and bank records along with any legal papers need destruction. Machines designed for slightly heaver usage, quiet operation, and ease of emptying the bins are ideal. IN THE OFFICE* Commercial grade machines: Multiple users dominate this category. Anywhere that documents are generated needs a shredder for “at the source” destruction. Copy areas, mailrooms, fax machines, small departments all need to have easy access to shredders. Normal daily office paper flows demand immediate destruction to prevent security leaks. Size of model depends on the number of users and the frequency of confidential data production. All office size models boast continuous duty motors, larger capacities, and faster speeds to accommodate more users. Quiet operation and modern design allow easy integration into the most up to date office environment. IN THE DEPARTMENT* Large Volume/ High powered
machines: Horsepower and space allow the large department to shred
quantities all day. This model range is built to accommodate stacks of
papers and media. Large departments, whole office, even warehouse use by
a single operator benefit with the stronger motors, larger bins and fast
and easy operation. Rapidly destroys stacks of paper without operator
downtime. Businesses having larger volumes of data can protect
themselves with “in house” shredding and avoid the dangers of private
information leaving the premises. More horsepower, varied power
consumption and even hopper options for whole wastebasket loads give a
vast selection to fit larger needs. SPECIAL SOLUTIONS:* With today’s
media explosion, confidential data comes in many forms. Media machines
are designed specifically to quickly destroy a continuous diet of CD’s,
credit cards, ID Cards, Smart Cards, DAT tapes and more. Industrial /
Large machines and systems Built like tanks, these machines destroy it
all. Depending on the materials, volumes and frequency of shredding
these machines range from large firms, manufacturing plants to shredding
service organizations. Conveyor belts, compactors, baling systems and
hoppers dominate. Consultation with shredder experts can make the proper
fit for current as well as future shredding needs. CrossCut vs. StripCut:
Basically, it is either: A security need for more sensitive documents
(use the cross cut) A speed need to shred and go more quickly (use the
strip cut) A budget need to shred at a less expensive rate (use the
strip cut) Or A need to lessen the number of trips to empty the basket
(use the cross cut) *Continuous duty motors insure non-stop shredding
without the need to stop for motor overheating. Ø Higher security, DOD
and NSA higher standards are mandated and met with the appropriate HS
models built specifically for the government’s latest standards (not
needed by the average person or business) Ø All shredders should include
solid, specially hardened steel cutting cylinders for a long life and
continued uninterrupted usage. Ø Cross cut models required lubrication
for continued smooth and quiet operation Protect your privacy, your good
name and your credit and financial future with proper data shredding.
Privacy is Paramount in today’s world. Purchase your “last” shredder
“first” with the highest quality offered. Security Solutions by
Schleicher secures your future. http://www.consumer.gov http://www.privacyrights.com
http://www.idtheftcenter.org http://www.arma.org/pdf/ProtectYourself.pdf
http://www.hhs.gov/ocr/hipaa/
Q: What size shredder
do I need to purchase for my department? A: First determine how many people will be using the shredder? How much material does your department shred? What is being shredded? What is the confidentiality of the material being shredded? These characteristics will help you determine the size and type of shredder you may need. For high volume shredding you may want consider a centralized conveyor shredding system from Intimus.
Q: Why should I worry
about Identity Theft? A: IDENTITY THEFT With so much personal
information available to so many different individuals and agencies, the
risk of having your identity used in a fraudulent manner is extremely
high. Protect yourself by shredding documents containing personal
information as soon as you no longer need them. Credit card applications
received in the mail, convenience checks from your credit card
companies, insurance forms, medical records, bank statements, and charge
receipts. It is essential that you know the major resources to contact
in case you become a victim of identity theft. When contacting
authorities or financial institutions, be sure to keep a log detailing
the conversation including the date, time, and name and phone number of
the agency contacted. Confirm all conversations in writing, keep copies
of all letters and documents, and send correspondence certified mail
(return receipt requested). Credit Bureaus If you suspect that someone
has applied for and received credit using your personal information,
immediately contact the fraud units of the three major credit reporting
agencies: Experian (formerly TRW at 1-800-682-7654; Equifax at
1-800-525-6285; and Trans Union at 1-800-680-7289. Ask that a fraud
alert be added to your account and add a 100-word victim’s statement to
your report stating that your information was used to apply for credit
fraudulently. Include a phone number where you can be reached to verify
any credit applications. Not only do you need to contact the credit
bureaus to make them aware of the situation, you should also ask for the
names and numbers on the creditors with whom fraudulent accounts have
been opened. Also, ask that they notify anyone who has received a copy
of your report within the past six months to alert them of the erroneous
information. Because simply notifying the bureaus may not entirely stop
new fraudulent accounts from being opened, request to receive copies of
your credit report every three months to verify that it contains the
correct information. Creditors When you receive the names and phone
numbers of creditors who have opened fraudulent accounts using your
personal information, contact them by phone and in writing. They may ask
that you fill out and notarize fraud affidavits, which could become
costly. As law does not require notarization, a written statement and
supporting documentation should be enough. You should also notify your
existing accounts if any fraudulent activity has occurred and get
replacement cards with new account numbers. The old accounts should be
listed as “closed at consumers request” because “card lost or stolen”
can be interpreted as your fault. Bank Accounts If your bank account
information is used to set up a fraudulent account or checks are stolen,
report the crime to the check verification bureaus: · CheckRite:
(800)766-2748 · Chexsystems: (800) 428-9623 · Equifax: (800) 437-5120 ·
National Processing Co.: (800) 526-5380 · SCAN: (800) 262-7771 ·
TeleCheck: (800) 710-9898 Remember to put “stop payments” on all
questionable outstanding checks that you are unsure of, and cancel
existing checking and savings accounts. Open new accounts with new
account numbers. If your ATM card has been stolen get a new card and
change the password. Social Security Number If you have your Social
Security Number used in fraudulent transactions, contact the Social
Security Administration. You may change your number as a last resort, if
you meet the SSA’s fraud victim criteria. You may also order a copy of
your Earnings and Benefits Statement to check it for accuracy. It is a
good idea to do this once every three years as a precaution. The number
to call for SSN fraud is 1-800-269-0271. To order your Earnings and
Benefits Statement, call 1-800-772-1213. Driver’s License Number Other
Useful Resources Federal Government Information Center1-800-668-9889
(for help obtaining government agency phone numbers)CALPIRG11965 Venice
Blvd., Ste. 408 Los Angeles, CA 90066Phone: 310-397-3404Hotline:
800-533-4449Privacy Rights Clearinghouse5384 Linda Vista Rd., Ste. 306
San Diego, CA 92110Phone: 619-298-3396 If you believe your driver’s
license number is being used as identification on bad checks, call the
state office of the Department of Motor Vehicles and request to know if
another driver’s license has been issued in your name. If indeed this
has occurred, go to your local DMV to request a new number and put a
fraud alert on your old license number. The DMV investigation office
also requires that you fill out a complaint form and supply supporting
documents. Report any identity theft crime to local law enforcement and
give them all of the documentation available to you. Ask for a copy of
the police report and keep it on hand in case creditors or other
agencies request to see it. Unfortunately, victims are still required to
resolve the problem of identity theft on their own. Supply all agencies
with appropriate information and contact all agencies involved. Just
remember that if you suspect you are a victim of identity theft, it is
important that you act quickly and assertively to minimize the damage.
Other Useful Resources: Federal Government Information Center
1-800-668-9889 (for help obtaining government agency phone numbers)
CALPIRG11965 Venice Blvd., Ste. 408 Los Angeles, CA 90066 Phone:
310-397-3404 Hotline: 800-533-4449 Privacy Rights Clearinghouse 5384
Linda Vista Rd., Ste. 306 San Diego, CA 92110 Phone: 619-298-3396
Q: How fast do I need
the shredder to shred? A: Intimus emphasizes cost efficiency.
Capacities are specific as "per pass" or how much an operator can insert
at one time. We carefully measure the fpm (feet per minute) of material
each shredder can shred. This tells you the amount of time you will be
using the shredder per foot of continuous material you have to shred.
This specification is essential in determining the shredder for your
needs. Generally, strip cuts are faster than cross cut versions.
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