Basically there are two types of paper shredders stripcut paper shredders and crosscut paper shredders.  Each produces a different size shred, so choosing one over the other depends on the degree of security a company is seeking.

Stripcut Paper Shredders

Shreds document into narrow strips (3/32” to ½”), depending on the level of security required.

Strips are equal in length to that of the original documents.

Less expensive than crosscut paper shredders.

High sheet capacity