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How do I care for my shredder blades?

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How do I care for my shredder blades?

Shredders cut paper materials in a variety of ways that are designed to minimize the possibility of paper being put back together. Current shredding methods include shredded, granulated, segmented, frothy, striped, shredded, etc. Regardless of the shape of the paper, shredders rely on metal blades to slice the paper into specified shapes. Therefore, the shredder blade is the most important accessory for the shredder, which is related to the quality of the slitting work. This article will describe how to maintain the shredder blade to extend the life of the blade and reduce the cost of production activities in your business.

Here is the list of contents

  1. Causes of shredder blade wear

  2. How to maintain shredder blades

Causes of shredder blade wear

When the blades cut paper, the paper generates dust that builds up and causes the shredder blades to wear out. In addition, lack of lubrication is a major cause of blade wear, which requires users to clean and maintain the blades to keep the shredder running properly.

Ways to maintain shredder blades

As you can tell by reading the operator's manual that comes with your shredder, some shredders are self-sharpening models, meaning that these models come with metal blades that can be sharpened each time you slice to keep the blades sharp. As a user, you should keep these models oiled, and you may be concerned about sharpening the blades, which is not in your consideration because the blades will eventually dull anyway. When the blades become dull, you should remove the blades according to the manufacturer's instructions and then replace them or have them sharpened by a professional.

These are the ways to maintain your shredder, next we talk about the ways to maintain the shredder blades. We need to oil the shredder blades after a period of time to keep them sharp and to maximize the time between blade replacements or professional sharpening. Here are two ways to oil your shredder blades. The first is to apply shredder-specific oil to a piece of paper and feed it into the shredder, where the oil will flow onto the blades as the shredder runs. The second is to turn off the shredder, drain the oil along the top of the blades, and then run the shredder in reverse for 10 to 20 seconds, which also allows the shredder blades to be oiled evenly. Both of these methods not only oil the shredder blades but also help remove the dirt that dulls the blades.

The frequency of oiling the shredder blades depends on how often the shredder is used. Generally speaking, if your shredder shreds approximately every 30 minutes, then for high-frequency use you will need to oil the shredder blades approximately every four hours. A shredder used at a normal frequency should be oiled every few weeks. The frequency of oiling also depends on the type of shredder. The more cuts it makes, the more dust it generates, so for the exact frequency of oiling, you need to consult the operator's manual of the shredder you purchased and follow the manual instructions for oiling.


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