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Happy 70th
WooHoo!!! We’re celebrating
70 YEARS in business and we wanted to say THANK YOU for allowing us to be your technology partner!! We love bringing innovative products and fast, friendly service to businesses across the Midwest … if you need help just give us a call ’cause we’re looking forward to celebrating 70 MORE!!!
corporate intent
In 2000 we introduced our faith-based, values driven set of life principles to help guide our daily business decisions, laying down a foundation for all associate to follow. Today, these 10 statements are even more important as our company continues to grow … click below to learn more about our
Corporate Intent.
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If you’re searching for a company where you can build a meaningful career, enjoy a supportive and fun work environment and help make a difference then this may be the place for you! We value teamwork, achievement and a passion for helping others … click below to learn
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managed services
R.K. Black’s managed services provide comprehensive solutions to optimize your business operations, enhance productivity, and minimize downtime. Our expert team offers proactive monitoring, support, and management of your IT infrastructure, ensuring seamless performance and security.
it & security
R.K. Black offers a full suite of information technology and security services designed to protect and enhance your business. Our solutions include network security, data backup and recovery, managed IT services, and cloud solutions, ensuring that your infrastructure remains secure, reliable, and efficient.
copiers & printers
R.K. Black provides high-quality copiers, printers, and multifunction devices from top brands like Canon, Ricoh, Sharp, and Kyocera to meet your business needs. Our range of products is designed for efficiency, reliability, and superior performance, offering both color and black-and-white options to suit your specific requirements. Whether you need a compact model or a high-volume production unit, we have solutions that fit.
With flexible leasing options, maintenance support, and supplies management, R.K. Black ensures your devices are always running at peak performance, helping you improve productivity and streamline your document management processes.
document management
R.K. Black’s document management services are designed to protect your sensitive business information from unauthorized access and potential threats. We offer advanced solutions like secure print management, data encryption, user authentication, and automated workflows to ensure your documents remain safe throughout their lifecycle. Our expert team works closely with you to implement customized security measures that comply with industry standards and regulations.
shredding
With R.K. Black’s shredding services, you can safeguard your business, maintain compliance, and ensure peace of mind for all your data disposal needs.
promotional products
R.K. Black offers a wide range of promotional products to help businesses enhance their brand visibility and connect with clients. From custom apparel and branded office supplies to unique giveaway items, our solutions are tailored to meet your marketing needs. Our team works closely with you to design and deliver high-quality, impactful promotional products that leave a lasting impression.
Whether for events, corporate gifts, or everyday branding, R.K. Black ensures your products align with your brand identity, helping you stand out and strengthen relationships with clients and employees alike.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shredding Services
What is the difference between Onsite Shredding & Offsite Shredding?
Onsite Shredding brings mobile shredding equipment directly to your location in specially equipped trucks. Technicians collect documents in secure containers, empty them directly into truck-mounted industrial shredders, and destroy materials immediately while you observe. Documents never leave your property before destruction, providing maximum security and compliance assurance.
Offsite Shredding involves collecting documents in locked containers, transporting them to secure shredding facilities, and destroying them at central locations. While more economical for very large volumes, this approach involves transporting intact confidential documents off-site. Reputable providers use locked containers, GPS-tracked vehicles, and provide certificates of destruction documenting proper handling.
What are the benefits of Onsite Shredding?
Onsite Shredding provides maximum security by eliminating transport of intact confidential documents. You can witness the destruction process directly, providing absolute assurance that materials were destroyed properly. This eliminates chain-of-custody concerns that exist when documents leave your premises.
The convenience of on-site service minimizes disruption to your operations. Mobile shredding typically processes large volumes quickly—often thousands of pounds per hour. Immediate destruction eliminates storage of documents awaiting offsite pickup, freeing valuable space. Certificates of destruction provided immediately after service support compliance documentation requirements.
What is a Mobile Shredding Truck?
Mobile Shredding Trucks carry industrial-grade shredding equipment capable of destroying thousands of pounds of documents hourly. These specially engineered vehicles include secure loading hoppers for documents, powerful cross-cut or micro-cut shredders reducing materials to tiny particles, and compactors for shredded material.
Security features include cameras recording the destruction process, GPS tracking providing location verification, and locked storage compartments securing materials. Self-contained diesel engines power the shredding equipment, eliminating need for external power sources and enabling service anywhere trucks can safely park. The specialized design allows technicians to complete shredding while remaining visible to clients observing the process.
How much does Onsite Shredding cost?
Mobile Onsite Shredding services typically charge $75-$150 for standard office console bins holding approximately 200-250 pounds of paper. Regular scheduled service (monthly or quarterly) costs less per shred than occasional one-time service.
Per-pound pricing for large purge projects ranges from $0.30 to $1.00 depending on total volume and location. Most services include secure console bins for accumulating documents between scheduled shredding visits. The investment provides security, compliance documentation through certificates of destruction, and convenience without maintaining shredding equipment or dedicating staff time to document destruction.