Below is a list of the top 5 reasons telematics are important in the shredding industry and how they can benefit you and your business. 1. GPS location - Using GPS and geofencing, you can determine safer and more efficient routes, which can decrease fuel consumption and increase number of stops. Other than route optimization, notifications of triggered geofences can be sent, su …

What is Preventative Maintenance? Preventative Maintenance, (PM) is an essential program to make sure that your shredding equipment is kept in peak working conditions. The simplest way to keep on top of PM services for your shredding equipment is to follow the regiment provided in your equipment manual at the time of purchase. Setting up a daily/weekly and monthly routine wi …

So, you’ve just received your shiny, new shredding truck and you’re ready to put it in service. You’re excited and ready to add another reliable piece of Shred-Tech equipment to your business. Before you get to work, here are a few small items that you may not have known about your new truck. Number 1- You open the rear doors and go to secure them to the side of the truck, an …

Should you buy a new or used shredding truck? The answer to that question is usually determined by personal preference and/or capital constraints. The bottom line is that there is no right or wrong answer, as each approach has its pros and cons.There are a few factors to consider before making this decision. Think about these questions and how confident you are in your answers …

Knife life is one of the most important aspects to consider when you are looking at the productivity of your shredding system, knowing how to identify when the lifespan of a chamber or determining when it needs to be replaced is key to keeping your system running at optimum levels. So how do you know when to replace your knives? There are a few simple ways any operator can do t …