Shred-Tech® is here to help guide you towards the very best shredding machines for starting your very own shredding business! With our top picks listed below, starting your own shredding business is simple and can even be highly lucrative almost immediately. We go the extra mile to help take the hassle and stress out of starting a business and purchasing quality equipment you can count on to drive profits for years to come. In fact, quality is the name of the game for the Shred-Tech® team, and we ensure that all our products—especially our budget-friendly entry models—are engineered and built to the same standard of quality as our high-end models with the most useful features in the industry, high durability, efficient components, and user-friendly operation.

With a complete range of entry-level shredding options, including high-performance shred trucks and robust industrial shredders, Shred-Tech® has a solution for you. Thanks to the industry’s low barrier to entry, both document and product shredding are easier than ever to get started in and are excellent options for entrepreneurs looking to build a brand quickly. The stable, sales-driven nature of the market allows for healthy and steady business growth with a low-turnover customer base consisting of many accounts. With no royalties, territory limitations, or franchise fees to worry about, you’re free to run your business the way you want. Not only that, but simple exit strategies allow you to enter the market, gain a high return on investment, and exit the market if you choose. There’s never been a better time to take the plunge!

By choosing Shred-Tech®, you get a full-time business partner that’s dedicated to your success and longevity in the industry. Not only can we help guide you to the right truck based on your requirements and budget, but we also provide a complete range of customer service and support options, including financing packages, road maintenance, OEM parts, training, and more. Team up with us and we’ll help guide you along the path to lasting success.

Used Shred Trucks

Purchasing a used shred truck is a highly cost-effective method of breaking into the shredding and recycling industry. Shred trucks are a great entry point into the market thanks to their mobile capabilities and powerful shredders that can rival the strength of dedicated industrial shredders in a facility. The versatility of shred trucks also makes them great tools for covering a wide customer base; shred trucks permit the addition of data drive shredders for an additional revenue stream, while other options like cart storage, backup cameras, and more allow you to tailor it to your specific requirements.

Choosing your first shred truck to get started can feel like a daunting task, and ensuring you have a truck with the quality features necessary to get the job done can make it more challenging. If your budget is tight, looking for used trucks can be a great option, but looking about the internet for a good deal that you can trust is also a quality product is where things get tricky. Shred-Tech® makes it easy, however, by offering a selection of used trucks that hold up to our strict standards. We present all current qualities of the truck with full transparency so you can be completely confident in your purchase. With a wide range of trucks often available, we may just have the perfect used shred truck for you!

Mobile Paper Shred Trucks

As mentioned above, mobile paper shred trucks are an excellent and easy way to break into the shredding industry thanks to their convenience, versatility, and efficient power. They may even be the best path forward for most entrepreneurs looking to break into the market and start generating revenue as quickly as possible thanks to their low barrier to entry. With a shred truck, you can take your business anywhere to service customers across your local region to generate a high return on your investment and drive profits forward with lasting, long-term success.

Though you could opt for a used shred truck, for the highest quality and longest lasting startup solution, we recommend you get your start with a new Shred-Tech® truck. Our MDS-1S-26 and MDS-2S-26 models are the best starting points for entrepreneurs and startups looking for a quality and reliable shred truck at a competitive price point. We don’t sacrifice performance or durability with our base models, and all our trucks are held to strict standards for optimized usability. Check out the MDS-1S-26 and MDS-2S-26 shred trucks below to get started in mobile document destruction!

Shred-Tech MDS-1S-26 Paper Shred Truck

If your budget extends beyond just used shred trucks, then we highly recommend getting your start with the popular MDS-1S-26 Shred Truck. This truck model from Shred-Tech® is our most accessible model at our most affordable price while retaining all the high-quality components, features, accessories, and customization options that Shred-Tech® trucks are known the world over for. Not only is this our most cost-competitive model, but it’s also a non-CDL truck thanks to its smaller 26,000 lb. GVW chassis size, meaning you can get behind the wheel immediately and start making money without the hassle of acquiring a special license or hiring a trained driver. A respectable throughput of 5,500 lbs./hour, as well as a 9,000 lb. payload ensure you have the speed and capacity to service several customers in a workday without having to return to a facility as often to unload. Other notable features include a tough compactor, a safe bin tunnel, a powerful but easy-to-use microcontroller system, and a fast automatic unloading floor, while several optional accessories can be added to tailor the truck to your specifications. A data disk shredder can also be added as an accessory for an additional revenue stream.

Shred-Tech MDS-2S-26 Paper Shred Truck

If your budget allows you to invest in a more efficient shred truck and you have a more substantial customer base lined up, then we highly recommend starting with the powerful MDS-2S-26 Shred Truck from Shred-Tech®. This tough shred truck boasts even more throughput than our previously mentioned MDS-1S-26 thanks to a more efficient and powerful shredder design, allowing you to shred up to 7,000 lbs. of paper per hour. Similar to the MDS-1S-26, the MDS-2S-26 features a comfortable 26,000 lb. chassis, meaning no CDL is required to drive and operate the vehicle, making it highly accessible to newcomers and entrepreneurs looking to make money as quickly as possible without having to invest time or money to get a new license or hire a professional driver. The smaller size also makes it exceptionally useful in congested areas such as busy metropolitan streets where larger trucks can be more difficult to maneuver. A payload of 8,135 lbs. is generous enough to service plenty of customers before unloading is required. Once unloading is necessary, however, the automatic unloading floor system unloads an entire truckful of paper scraps in less than five minutes so you can get back on the road quickly. Other notable features include a tough compactor, a sturdy and safe bin tunnel, and a powerful and user-friendly microcontroller system to help you get the most out of your investment. A data disk shredder can also be added as an accessory for an additional revenue stream.

Industrial Shredder Machines

Industrial shredders are a great way to start when you have dedicated facility space and you’re looking to either expand an existing business into the shredding and recycling space, and/or already have a range of clients interested in disposing of waste. Industrial shredders are far more versatile than base model shred trucks in that they can not only shred paper, but also plastics and various products as well. This makes them acceptable for a wide range of applications so you can broaden your customer base and generate more revenue. Maintenance and repairs are also kept to a minimum since you’re only dealing with a dedicated shredder unit and not a more complex machine like a shred truck with extra components and features for convenience. Though the options listed below are our industrial shredder base models, we haven’t skimped out on quality and performance—with Shred-Tech® industrial shredders, you get strength, durability, and longevity no matter the model. Explore our ST-15 and ST-25 models below to get your start in industrial shredding.

ST-15 Industrial Shredder

The ST-15 Industrial Shredder from Shred-Tech® is your budget-friendly ticket to offering a near-complete range of shredding and recycling options to your customers without sacrificing quality or performance. With the ability to shred paper as well as light-duty plastics and products, the ST-15 can be an excellent investment for getting your feet wet in the industry. This shredder features a light-duty throughput of less than 1 ton per hour, but can accommodate paper, plastic, metal, e-waste, and more, while robust design enhancements offer improved durability and ease of maintenance. Some of these include super-tough bulkhead walls at either end of the cutting chamber for superior bearing and seal protection, as well as modular, lightweight construction for speedy disassembly and reassembly. Other notable features include sharp steel knives, a sturdy hex shaft, and a user-friendly control panel. The ST-15 is a no-frills workhorse of a shredder and is built to remain reliable for years.

ST-25 Industrial Shredder

If your budget is slightly higher, you can opt for the ST-25 Industrial Shredder from Shred-Tech® to start your new shredding business off on the right foot. Featuring a wider opening, the ST-25 permits materials up to 16" x 27.5" and accepts everything from paper to plastic, metal, e-waste, medical waste, and an assortment of miscellaneous materials as well, meaning you can easily diversify and grow your customer base. A light-duty throughput of less than 1 ton per hour offers generous efficiency, but the ST-25 shines in its extra durability and usability; super-sharp steel cutting knives, an extra-thick hex shaft, an easy-to-use control panel, and a wide range of available optional accessories make it a great starting point you can rely on for years to come. Maintenance, repairs, and overall durability have also been increased thanks to special engineering refinements, including a new torque tube body design, bulkhead walls and labyrinth barriers at either end of the cutting chamber, sectional and removable cleaning fingers, and a lightweight chamber plate. In fact, bearing and seal replacement is easily completed without the need of gearbox disassembly, so maintenance is easier than ever.

Getting Started with Your Shredding Business

For further guidance on getting started with your very own shredding business, we’ve also provided information to help you along with our  “Start a Shredding Business” page, which details everything from benefits of starting your business to starting in the industry and even legislation considerations. For even more information or if you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact a Shred-Tech® expert today! Our team is on standby 24/7 to help you realize your success.