New United High Security

 

A high security shredder is a document destruction machine rated at DIN P-5 or above, producing micro-cut particles that are virtually impossible to reconstruct. The New United M3150M is the high security model in the New United range available from DigiShred, delivering DIN P-5 micro-cut shredding at 2x8mm particle size for offices that handle sensitive personal information, financial records, and documents protected under POPIA.

DigiShred stocks this model for South African businesses that need to go beyond standard cross-cut security without moving to specialist government-grade equipment.

Key facts:

1. Sheet capacity: 15 sheets at 80g/m2 per pass
2. Bin volume: 51.5 litres
3. Entry width: 310mm
4. Security level: DIN P-5 micro-cut, 2x8mm particles
5. Shreds paper, CDs, DVDs, credit cards, staples, and paper clips; noise level approximately 55 dB

 

Model	Sheet Capacity (80g/m2)	Security Level	Shred Size	Bin Volume	Best For
New United M3150M	15	DIN P-5 micro-cut	2x8mm	51.5 L	Medium to large offices with high confidentiality requirements

 

Who Uses the New United M3150M High Security Shredder?

The New United M3150M is designed for medium to large offices that process sensitive personal information, confidential financial records, or legally privileged documents that must be destroyed to a DIN P-5 standard. At 15 sheets per pass and a 51.5-litre bin, it handles sustained daily shredding without requiring frequent bin changes or cool-down intervals.

Its continuous duty motor and low 55 dB noise level make it a practical fit for shared professional spaces where the machine runs throughout the working day.

 

Offices and departments that typically use the M3150M:

1. Legal firms disposing of client correspondence, confidential instructions, and privileged case files
2. Financial services and accounting practices destroying client records, tax returns, and account statements
3. Human resources teams handling employee personal information, contracts, and payroll documents under POPIA
4. Medical and healthcare facilities shredding patient records, referral notes, and prescription documentation
5. Executive offices and board secretariats managing strategic documents, shareholder records, and board communications
6. Government departments processing public sector records that require destruction above standard cross-cut level
7. Insurance companies disposing of policy documents, claims files, and personal information records

 

How Much Do You Need to Shred Per Day?

The M3150M handles moderate to high daily volumes comfortably, with a 15-sheet capacity and a 51.5-litre bin that suits teams of 5 to 15 users sharing a single machine. As a high security DIN P-5 machine, it processes slightly fewer sheets per pass than a standard cross-cut model of comparable size, which is the standard trade-off at this security level.

 

Use this guide to see where the M3150M fits:

Daily Volume	Team Size	Recommended Choice
Up to 200 sheets	1 to 3 users	New United Medium Office range
200 to 500 sheets	5 to 15 users	New United M3150M (high security)
500+ sheets with high security needed	10+ users	Consider Kobra High Security or Kobra Departmental range

 

Step down to New United Medium Office if:

1. Your daily volume is below 200 sheets
2. DIN P-5 security is not a requirement for your documents
3. Budget is the primary consideration and P-4 cross-cut meets your compliance needs

 

Step up to Kobra High Security if:

1. Volume consistently exceeds what a 15-sheet machine can handle comfortably
2. You need DIN P-5 or higher across multiple machines in a larger office
3. A wider entry opening or larger bin capacity is required

 

What Are the Key Features of the New United M3150M?

The New United M3150M is a micro-cut high security shredder built for continuous commercial use, with a 310mm entry width, 51.5-litre bin, and a noise level of approximately 55 dB that keeps disruption low in shared office environments.

DIN P-5 micro-cut at 2x8mm produces particles that are practically impossible to reassemble, which places it well above the minimum standard for POPIA-compliant document disposal.

 

Key features of the M3150M:

1. DIN P-5 micro-cut at 2x8mm: particles are extremely difficult to reconstruct, exceeding the minimum requirement for sensitive personal information under POPIA
2. 15-sheet capacity at 80g/m2: handles moderate batch shredding without individual-sheet feeding
3. 51.5-litre bin: reduces how often the bin needs emptying during a full working day
4. 310mm entry width: accommodates standard A4 documents in portrait and landscape orientation
5. Shreds paper, CDs, DVDs, credit cards, staples, and paper clips: single machine covers all common office media
6. Continuous duty motor: runs throughout business hours without a compulsory cool-down cycle
7. Approximately 55 dB noise level: quiet enough for open-plan or professional reception environments
8. Casters: the machine repositions easily between departments or workstations

 

When Should You Step Up or Step Down from New United High Security?

The New United M3150M sits at the top of the New United range, so stepping up within the brand is not an option. If your volume or security requirements exceed what this model offers, the move is to a different brand within DigiShred’s range. Stepping down takes you to New United Medium Office, which covers standard cross-cut security for everyday business records.

New United High Security is the highest category in the New United range.

 

Step down to New United Medium Office if:

1. Your documents do not contain sensitive personal information that requires micro-cut destruction
2. Daily shredding volume is low to moderate and a P-4 cross-cut machine meets compliance requirements
3. A smaller bin footprint suits your office layout better

 

Stay with New United High Security if:

1. You need confirmed DIN P-5 micro-cut destruction for POPIA-protected personal information
2. Your team shreds 200 to 500 sheets daily and needs a reliable, continuous duty machine
3. CDs, DVDs, and credit cards are part of your regular disposal process alongside paper

 

Step across to Kobra High Security if:

1. You need a broader choice of high security models at different capacity levels
2. Volume is growing and you need to plan for a larger machine within the same security tier
3. Multiple machines across departments are required and you prefer standardising on one brand

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a New United high security shredder?

A New United high security shredder is a DIN P-5 rated micro-cut document destruction machine designed for offices that need to destroy sensitive personal information, financial records, or confidential documents beyond the capability of a standard cross-cut machine. The M3150M, the high security model in the New United range available from DigiShred, shreds up to 15 sheets at a time into 2x8mm particles that are extremely difficult to reconstruct.

 

Does the New United M3150M meet POPIA document disposal requirements?

POPIA requires that personal information be destroyed in a manner that prevents reconstruction, and the M3150M’s DIN P-5 micro-cut standard satisfies this requirement and exceeds the minimum for most business records. Legal firms, medical practices, financial institutions, and HR departments handling personal information are all covered at this security level.

 

How does the New United M3150M compare to a standard cross-cut shredder in the same volume class?

A standard cross-cut machine at DIN P-4 typically handles 20 to 25 sheets per pass and produces larger 3.9x40mm particles, whereas the M3150M produces 2x8mm micro-cut particles at 15 sheets per pass. The M3150M trades some sheet capacity for significantly smaller, harder-to-reconstruct particles, which is the correct trade-off for offices where confidentiality is a primary compliance requirement.

 

How do I decide whether the New United M3150M is the right shredder for my business?

If your team shreds between 200 and 500 sheets daily and handles documents containing personal information, financial data, or legally privileged content, the M3150M is a strong fit. If your daily volume is below 200 sheets or your documents only require P-4 cross-cut security, the New United Medium Office range is a better match for your budget and workload.

 

Can the New United M3150M shred media other than paper?

Yes. The M3150M shreds CDs, DVDs, credit cards, staples, and paper clips in addition to paper, which makes it a practical single-machine solution for offices that need to dispose of multiple media types under a consistent high security standard.