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To deal with the large amount of waste created at the work place and around the home, machines called shredders are used to chop the unwanted material into pieces. There are different types of shredders, in various sizes, each designed to process different grade materials. Heavy duty machines are used to process wood, branches and other organic matter into chips, which can be used as mulch in gardens.

More commonly used are paper shredders which, along with laminators, are recognized as an essential part of the modern day office environment. These shredders are used to dispose of sensitive documents containing personal information or confidential business details. Home shredders are becoming more popular especially now they are more affordable and can be great value for money. Some shredders are even small enough to fit easily on a desk or sit discreetly on a shelf.

With the large volume of office stationery used by both large and small companies alike, the range of shredders for this market is extensive. The competition between shredder brands is very fierce within this sector and as a result technology is constantly changing, producing newer models with more efficient features. The shredded material that is created can be re-cycled in many ways and shredders provide a very good way of reducing a companies waste.