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The hard statistics on identity theft are well-known, but how do Americans perceive the crime, and how knowledgeable are we on ways to safeguard ourselves from identity thieves? According to a national survey of 1,000 Americans conducted by the nonprofit Identity Theft Resource Center and Fellowes, Inc., the leading shredder manufacturer, 81 percent of Americans are aware that identity theft can

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The statistics are familiar, but still frightening: identity theft is America's fastest growing crime, with nearly nine million victims of the crime in 2005 1 . We may know the hard facts, but what do Americans really think about identity theft? Do we feel vulnerable? Do we understand what makes us vulnerable? Are we taking the right precautions? A national survey sponsored by the nonprofit

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- Shred personal financial information with a confetti-cut shredder. Sixty-nine percent of respondents in a recent survey said they tear up personal information by hand, but it's important to remember that tearing and shredding are not the same thing, as only shredding ensures private information is destroyed into unidentifiable pieces. - Shred ALL unsolicited, pre-approved credit card offers

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Martin Yale 2000CC CD Shredder This new data shredder is designed for small office use. It is a versatile shredder that handles paper, CD's, credit cards, paper clips and staples. The Martin Yale 2000CC offers performance and security standards, which normally can only be found in high-end shredders. It features a separate slot for credit card and CD shredding, for increased safety. An LED light

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Choosing a paper shredder can be complicated enough with the hundreds of models to choose from, but throw in paper shredder lingo and the process becomes even more frustrating. The following terms cover everything from what a paper shredder is to the definition of the recent laws that are making paper shredders more and more of a necessity. Auto On/Off – A standby mode allowing the

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By Dwayne McLemore The Sun News A Socastee resident is spreading a safety message d after her dog lost part of his tongue in a paper shredder accident. Sandy Clarke's boxer Cross lost "three or four chunks" of his tongue in late February when he stuck it into a shredder in her home office. "The dog was screaming," said Clarke, who ran out and yelled for her husband after Cross

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What to Keep and What to Shred This Tax Season If you're like most people, you spend more time organizing the closet than your financial records. After all, knowing when to get rid of clothes is a lot easier than knowing the rules for how long to keep tax returns, or better yet, whether or not you should be keeping receipts and credit card statements. Unfortunately, as identity theft crimes

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A new study just out from the Journal of the American Academy of Pediatrics indicates paper shredders are creating a new wave of injuries in the home. As concerns about identity theft rise, so dose the demand for paper shredders. More and more families are now using paper shredders in their homes to keep personal information and documents from being stolen. With paper shredders becoming more

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The Security of Shredding Shredders Help Prevent Identity Theft The National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC) has teamed with Fellowes® to offer people tips on how to prevent identity theft. Thieves can't steal what they can't read, so it can't be said enough—one of the most important steps you can take in preventing identity theft is to properly dispose of personal information so it doesn't end

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Always use caution when operating a paper shredder. Consumer model paper shredders for home use have grown in popularity in recent years, particularly among people who want to destroy documents containing key personal information. But a shredder is not a toy. Young children may attempt to turn on a shredder when adults are not present. A finger can get pulled into the shredding mechanism if a

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Thieves Know What They're Doing and So Should You Knowing how identity theft happens provides an important perspective that can help you limit your risk. Understanding the challenge of getting your identity back will also raise the urgency of taking active steps to protect yourself. Seven Ways Thieves Get Your Personal Information Rummaging through trash, also known as "dumpster diving."

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Identity and Document Security What is Identity Theft? Virtually every week there is one or more news stories that highlight problems with personal information. Whether it's a retailer that loses credit card information or computer files inside a credit bureau that are compromised, it's unsettling to know that your information is vulnerable. So what can you do? The starting point is gaining an

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Personal Sized, Low Volume Shredders for the Home Paper shredders are an excellent appliance to have in your home for either a home-based business or for personal use. Using a home paper shredder to shred anything with your personal or business information on it will help you to fight against identify theft. The best thing about it is that paper shredders for the home are fairly inexpensive which

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In order to protect our National Security, military and government agencies require higher levels of security from their paper shredders. With this in mind, the U.S. Department of Defense has increased the requirements for the destruction of Top Secret COMSEC documents. NSA/CSS Specification 02-01 is the new standard for maximum particle area and maximum particle dimensions as well as setting a

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The World's Toughest Shredders Fellowes is the Bulldog of Shredders Fellowes is the bulldog of shredders, delivering powerful protection to the home or office. Acting as the watchdog of a consumer's good name and good credit, Fellowes concentrates on their products' superior strength and exceptional quality. Between the hustle and bustle at work and at home, who needs the additional stress of

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In an age where trash is treasure in the wrong hands and credit histories are traded like tender, owning a shredder in the home and shredding documents has become a necessity. Consumers' concern about protecting their identity has led to the first-ever national consumer-focused advertising campaign for the growing shredder industry. Fellowes, Inc., the category leader and innovator for shredders

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Business Liability Business losses due to Corporate Espionage average $47.6 billion annually*Corporate Espionage does more damage to a business than any other security intrusion**Identity theft crimes cost businesses $52.6 billion in 2004*** Information Protection -- It's the Law Privacy legislation requires all types of businesses to properly manage and dispose of consumers' personal

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Are you safe from Identity Theft? Be Safe, Shred It: More than 25 million people have been victims of identity theft in the last five years. (1)Nearly one in five Americans (18 percent) say they've experienced identity theft. (2) Consider The Facts: Identity theft was the top consumer complaint in 2004. The number of complaints in 2004 was up 15% from 2003. (3) On average, identity theft victims

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The MBM Destroyit 4107 Industrial Shredder MBM Destroyit ® 4107 Industrial Shredder provides centralized shredding for entire departments or small facilities; no need to risk using an outside shredding service. This high capacity shredding machine will dispose of entire bound files, folders, stacks of continuous forms, computer disks, CD's and more. Simply feed material in via the conveyor belt,

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By KEVIN G. DeMARRAIS Consumers will gain strong new protections when New Jersey's Identity Theft Prevention Act takes effect Jan. 1, but businesses and institutions are facing headaches and added expenses.Social Security numbers will be out as all-purpose identification numbers, forcing businesses, colleges, unions, insurance companies, police departments and other public agencies to purge files

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Save up to 50% on Paper Shredder Supplies Everyday at Factory Express! Are you looking for shredder bags or shredder oil? How about Paper Shredder Racks, Shelves and Boxes? Look no further, because you will find shredder supplies for every major brand of paper shredder at Factory Express. We are committed to bringing you the most comprehensive list of shredder supplies at the lowest possible

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Olympia Industrial Shredders The Olympia S14.90 is an exceptionally high volume shredder with a special 17” wide feed system. This unique feature gives this industrial shredder the ability shred almost any office waste, including bound material and crumpled paper. The Olympia S14.90 uses a conveyor feed system for maximum throughput, accomodating even the largest of shredding jobs. The S14.90 is

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By Michael Finney 7 On Your Side has uncovered a danger in your home that you've probably never thought about and kids and pets are most at risk. Paper shredders weren't considered home appliances until about a decade ago. Now there's a good chance you have one in your house. Michael Finney has pleaded with you to buy one, and now has a warning. What makes a paper shredder so good

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Are you looking for replacement parts for your paper shredder? Factory Express is a factory authorized shredder parts supplier for every brand of shredder we carry. Popular shredder manufacturers like GBC, Fellowes, Dahle, HSM, and MBM provide Factory Express the ability to distribute the paper shredder parts you need when you need them. We also have the ability to obtain hard to find shredder

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FROM THE U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION, WASHINGTON, D.C. 20207 CPSC Document # 5127Paper Shredder Safety Alert The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) wants you and your family to be safe if you have a paper shredder. From January 2000 through December 2003, CPSC received 31 reports involving finger amputations, lacerations, and other finger injuries from paper shredders. The

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