I have been working with paper shredders for years. As a result I can tell you that the general concept of the paper shredder, and the way they work, has remained pretty much the same for the past decade. Some work better than others.

Not only have I tried to stress the importance of using a paper shredder, for destroying sensitive information, but I have also been a big advocate for paper shredder safety. There are few things that make me cringe more than hearing about a dog getting its tongue stuck in a shredder or a toddler losing a few fingers as a result.

We have a pretty big showroom here at ABC Office, full of several different shredders from a wide variety of manufacturers. The types of models vary from strip cut to micro-cut particles. A while back we brought in a Fellowes Intellishred SB-99Ci for testing and display.

Fellowes paper shredders, for me, have never drawn my attention. I have always considered them to be best used at home or next to a desk. Fellowes must have recently hired some talented designers to work for them, because their current line of paper shredders looks modern and are aesthetically pleasing.

The Fellowes Intellishred SB-99Ci is a shining example of a “beautiful” paper shredder.  You can see several pictures of it by clicking here. It really does look nice. Upon turning the shredder on, a striking blue LED lights up. Again, this is much different than comparable models. A lighted gauge on the paper shredder (sheet capacity indicator) indicates the effect the load of paper is having on the motor, letting you know if you are pushing it too hard. It also features jam-proof technology, which makes it impossible to jam or seize the shredder head.

The thing that struck me the most was the SafeSense technology. If for any reason a finger or hand gets close to the shredder opening, the shredder will turn off. This is great for preventing possible injury. The sensor never failed.

If you are looking for a nice looking and safe paper shredder, I would recommend the Fellowes Intellishred SB-99Ci. Fellowes has several “Intellishred” models to choose from. You can find the SB-99Ci that I tried by clicking here. Enjoy!

Stanchion. It is not a word that is commonly used and many do not even know what it means. You’re not alone. Most people have no idea what a stanchion is. That’s not to say you have never seen one. If you have ever been to the movies, or waited in line for tickets, you have probably touched one.

The devices used to separate and organize lines. They usually consist of a base, a post and a rope or belt that is used to link up with additional posts. Stanchions are sometimes referred to as crowd control posts. These devices are very nice to help maintain lines and control crowds of people.

We currently sell several different models of stanchions. This includes different colors and styles. The two main types of stanchions that we carry are single and double belt models. These posts can be linked up and arranged. Stanchions are perfect for conventions, concerts, movies and other public events.

Stop by our site and take a look. Not in the market for a stanchion right now? Stop by anyway, just to take a look. These aren’t your run-of-the-mil stanchions.