Known for its power and waste capacity,this Dahle Department Shredder provides a practical solution for accommodating the shredding needs of even the busiest offices. This machine can continually shred large quantities of paper for extended periods of time and is designed to shred between 2,000and 12,000 sheets of paper per day. It's attractive design and large waste bin make this a nice addition to any large office, copy room or communications center. The Dahle 20814 has a 16" feed opening to easily accommodate letter,legal and wide computer paper. It has a maximum sheet capacity of 16/18sheets at a time and features a large capacity waste bin capable of holding 35 gallons of shredded material.In order to provide slip free power to the cutting cylinders, a steel chain and gears connect the two components and provide maximum shredding capacity. Removing staples and paper clips are a thing of the past. Dahle shredders can easily accommodate these items without harming the machine and saving you time in the process. Properly oiling this Department Shredder is the key to maintaining optimal performance. Due to its function,this Department Shredder will be placed in a common area and have multiple users. As a smart alternative of ensuring your machine receives proper oil, we recommend adding an Automatic oiler.