Confidential Waste Collection: Secure, Sustainable, and On Our Own Shredding Facility

Managing confidential waste is a critical aspect of ensuring data security and environmental responsibility. At our confidential waste shredding facility, we offer an on-site shredding service that provides unparalleled security and sustainability benefits. Unlike many providers, all shredding is carried out at CDDL’s secure, state-of-the-art shredding facility, ensuring that your confidential documents are never passed to a third party. Here’s how we deliver this enhanced level of service.

confidential waste bin - cddl collect and take to their secure shredding facility

From Collection to Shredding: The Journey of Confidential Waste

Step 1: Secure Collection

Our service begins with the safe collection of confidential waste from your premises. We provide secure, lockable containers or bins to ensure documents are protected during transport.

Step 2: On-Site Shredding at CDDL

Once the waste arrives at our shredding facility, it is processed in our dedicated shredding facility. This in-house approach provides unique advantages:

  • No third-party involvement: Your documents remain in our secure control from start to finish, reducing risk.
  • Immediate shredding upon arrival: Documents are destroyed quickly to prevent unauthorised access.
  • High-security cross-cut shredding: Ensures all paper is shredded into small, unrecognisable pieces, adhering to compliance standards like GDPR and other industry regulations.
confidential waste is feed into our paper shredding machines to be shredded into tiny pieces -  cddl collect and take to their secure shredding facility

Step 3: Recycling the Shredded Paper

Shredded paper waste doesn’t stop at destruction. We ensure that it contributes to sustainable practices by:

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  • Baling the shredded material: The paper is compressed into compact bales, ready for transportation.
  • Transportation to recycling facilities: These bales are sent to paper mills where the material is repurposed into new paper products such as tissue, cardboard, or packaging materials.

Sustainability at the Heart of Our Process

By integrating confidential shredding with recycling, we minimise waste sent to landfills while supporting the circular economy.

Recycling confiedntial waste:

  • Saves energy and water compared to producing new paper from raw materials.
  • Reduces deforestation and greenhouse gas emissions.

Why Choose CDDL’s On-Site Shredding Facility?

  • Enhanced Security: All shredding is performed on-site at our secure facility, ensuring that sensitive data is never handled by a third party.
  • Convenience: From collection to shredding, we handle the entire process seamlessly.
  • Sustainability: Recycling shredded paper aligns with environmental goals, reducing your business’s carbon footprint.
  • Transparency: We provide certificates of destruction as proof of secure processing, giving you peace of mind.

1. What types of materials can be shredded?

We can securely shred paper documents, files, folders, and other paper-based confidential materials. For other materials such as hard drives or media, please contact us to discuss specialised shredding options.

2. How secure is your shredding process?

Our shredding process is designed with the highest level of security in mind. From secure collection containers and locked transport to immediate shredding at our on-site facility, we ensure that your confidential documents are protected at every step. Additionally, we provide a certificate of destruction for your records.

3. Do you comply with data protection regulations like GDPR?

Yes, we adhere to all relevant data protection regulations, including GDPR. Our high-security shredding methods and strict chain-of-custody procedures ensure your data is handled in compliance with legal requirements.

4. Can you provide proof of shredding for audit purposes?

Yes, we issue certificates of destruction for every confidential waste shredding job. This certificate serves as official proof that your documents have been securely destroyed.

5. How does your recycling process work?

After shredding, the paper waste is baled and sent to recycling facilities where it is repurposed into new paper products such as tissue, cardboard, and packaging materials. This process supports a circular economy and reduces environmental impact.

6. Do you offer recurring shredding services?

Absolutely. We provide tailored solutions, including scheduled pickups, to meet your business’s ongoing shredding needs. Our team will work with you to establish a convenient plan and provide you with bins or sacks.

8. How is your service different from mobile shredding services?

Unlike mobile shredding services, our shredding is performed at our secure, state-of-the-art facility. This eliminates the risks associated with on-site mobile shredding trucks, such as third-party handling or delays in destruction.

9. What happens if I have a large volume of documents to shred?

We are equipped to handle shredding projects of any size. Whether it’s a one-time bulk job or a regular service, our facility can process large volumes quickly and securely.

10. How do I get started with your shredding service?

Getting started is easy! Simply contact us to discuss your requirements. We’ll provide secure containers for collection and arrange a schedule that suits you.

Need A Secure Solution For Your Confidential Waste? Get in Touch

Contact us today to learn more about our shredding services and how we can tailor a plan to meet your needs. With CDDL, you can trust that your data is protected every step of the way—securely, sustainably, and on-site.

Together, we can protect your data while contributing to a more sustainable future.

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