Industrial paper shredders are built for the volumes an office or deskside machine cannot handle. They pair continuous-duty motors with conveyor feeds and large collection bins, so records-management operations, data centers, government offices, and print-finishing departments can run high volumes of paper through them without the frequent cool-down cycles a smaller unit needs. If your throughput has outgrown a departmental shredder, this is the category to look at. For lighter loads see our commercial paper shredders, and for the full range start at the paper shredders hub.
Mid-State Litho carries industrial shredders from two lines. Formax supplies the FD 8806 conveyor units, which feed paper hands-free on a belt for sustained, walk-away shredding. MBM Destroyit supplies the high-capacity floor models, the 4005, 4606, 4108, and 5009, built for departmental-to-industrial volume. All of these are heavy floor machines that ship directly from the manufacturer, so we spec, quote, and deliver each one to your site rather than stocking them on a shelf.
Choosing between them comes down to duty cycle, the security level you need, whether you want a conveyor or a hopper feed, and how much floor space and waste handling you can support. The sections below break down each line and walk through those decisions. When you need a smaller particle than a standard cross-cut, step up to our high-security paper shredders or micro-cut shredders; for a specific cut style across sizes, see the cross-cut paper shredders.
Formax Industrial Conveyor Shredders
The Formax FD 8806 Series is our industrial conveyor line, available in two cuts. The FD 8806CC is a cross-cut unit (MSRP $14,650); the FD 8806SC is a strip-cut unit (MSRP $14,295). The conveyor feed is what makes these industrial: paper rides a belt into the throat continuously, so an operator can load and walk away instead of hand-feeding batches. Cross-cut (8806CC) gives you a smaller, more secure particle; strip-cut (8806SC) trades some security for higher raw throughput at a lower entry price. Both are drop-shipped from Formax. Browse the rest of the line on the Formax collection.
MBM Destroyit High-Capacity Shredders
MBM Destroyit high-capacity floor shredders cover the departmental-to-industrial range for sustained volume. Mid-State Litho carries the 4005 (MSRP $11,339), the 4606 (MSRP $22,063), the 4108 (MSRP $23,944), and the flagship 5009 (MSRP $60,195 to $66,536 depending on particle size, including restricted high-security particle options). These are cross-cut floor units sized for continuous departmental shredding rather than desk-side convenience. Particle size varies by model and configuration, so we help you match the cut to your security policy. See the Destroyit 5009 for the top of the range. All Destroyit units are drop-shipped from the manufacturer.
How to Choose an Industrial Shredder
Four factors decide which industrial shredder fits:
Throughput and duty cycle. Industrial units are rated for continuous or near-continuous running, not the short intermittent cycles of an office machine. Match the rated duty cycle to how many hours a day you actually shred.
Security level. Strip-cut is fastest and least secure; cross-cut gives a smaller particle; micro-cut and high-security cuts go smaller still. For classified or highly confidential material, use our high-security paper shredders or micro-cut shredders rather than a general industrial unit.
Feed type. A conveyor feed (the FD 8806 line) lets you load and walk away for hands-free volume; a manual hopper suits steady but attended shredding. Pick the feed that matches how your team works.
Footprint and waste handling. Floor units need space and a plan for the shredded waste, whether that is a large internal bin or a baler-friendly output. Confirm the machine fits the room and your waste stream before you buy.
Why Buy Your Industrial Shredder from Mid-State Litho
Mid-State Litho is an authorized dealer for both Formax and MBM Destroyit, and we have specialized in production and finishing equipment since 1984. Because industrial shredders are heavy floor machines that drop-ship from the manufacturer, the value we add is up front: we help you spec the right duty cycle, cut, and feed for your volume, then coordinate freight and delivery nationwide. Have a question about which unit fits your operation? Talk to an equipment specialist through our service and support team or contact us, and ask about financing and leasing on qualifying equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes a shredder industrial instead of an office shredder?
An industrial shredder is built for continuous-duty running, high volume, and larger waste capacity, often with a conveyor feed so it can shred hands-free. An office or deskside shredder is designed for short, intermittent use by one person.
Cross-cut or strip-cut for high volume?
Strip-cut (the Formax FD 8806SC) moves paper fastest and costs less, but leaves a larger particle. Cross-cut (the FD 8806CC) gives a smaller, more secure particle. Choose strip-cut for raw throughput when security is not the priority, and cross-cut when you need a tighter particle.
What is the highest-capacity model you carry?
The MBM Destroyit 5009 is the top of our high-capacity floor range, offered in several particle sizes including restricted high-security options. It is built for the largest sustained shredding volumes.
How are industrial shredders delivered?
These are heavy floor machines that drop-ship directly from Formax or MBM Destroyit by freight. We coordinate the order and delivery to your site; we do not stock them on a shelf, so lead time depends on the manufacturer.
Do I need a high-security shredder for industrial volume?
Not necessarily. Industrial capacity and shred security are separate choices. If your material requires a very small particle for classified or highly confidential data, see our high-security paper shredders; otherwise a standard cross-cut or strip-cut industrial unit handles the volume.