Ameri-Shred AMS-100 Strip Cut Heavy Duty Office Shredder

Description of the Ameri-Shred AMS-100 Strip Cut Heavy Duty Office Shredder

Ameri-Shred's line of heavy duty office shredders are revered for their low maintenance requirements, excellent construction, and user-friendly operation. These shredders can complete daily shredding amounts in no time at all. Featuring powerful shredding capabilities and a strong 1 HP motor, the Ameri-Shred AMS-100 is available in two different shred sizes: 5/16" and 1/8" . Depending upon which strip cut you choose, the AMS-100 shreds either 53 sheets or 27 sheets at a time. Overall, this office shredder destroys a considerable 18-32 feet per minute.

Shredding paper is one thing, but what other materials can the AMS-100 handle? The precision ground alloy steel cutters break down office accessories such as staples, paper clips, and floppy disks, or even personal items such as credits cards. The AMS-100 even shreds 3/8" steel washers without inflicting harm to the cutters. Positive overload protection and automatic reverse features both ensure that this shredder remains jam free. If the AMS-100 becomes overloaded, the unit will automatically switch into reverse and works through the problem.

The spring loaded cutter assembly is self adjusting, virtually eliminating the routine technician visits for mechanical adjustments. The all steel spur gears and heavy-duty chain drive work together to transfer power from the motor to the cutters. Electrical components are housed in the fully enclosed dust proof unit. This housing helps prevent dust particles from corroding the internal parts of your machine. These covers are quick and easy to remove when the AMS-100 requires service or maintenance. As an office shredder, avoiding loud operation and constant interruption is vital. The cutter head on the AMS-100 is mounted on rubber insulators, dampening noise to provide whisper quiet operation.

Heavy duty casters help when relocating this 360 lb. shredder around your office space. Although the Ameri Shred AMS-100 is larger than typical office shredder (45" L x 26.5" W x 38.5" H), this unit can still fit easily in your production area or mail center. Strips can fill up any disposable bag quickly, resulting in numerous bag changes and trips to the trash. To reduce these tedious tasks, the AMS-100 features a bag that holds up to 40 gallons of waste.

^* Please note, capacity varies with grain, size, quality & paper weight and sufficient power supply.
^** Please use actual HP as a specification for determining value. Use of Peak HP is for comparison purposes only where other than Actual HP is used.