Works great can shred standard paper , staples , and paper clips . Can also be used to cut cards . Top shredder mechanism is removable from the bottom bin part . Bottom bin has wheels for easier moving around . Body of the bin is made of metal and is very sturdy . The measurements of the unit are as follows Fully assembled - 33” tall X 17” Wide X 15”Deep Shredder mechanism by itself - 7” Tall by 17” X 15” Bin by itself- 26” Tall by 17” X 15 Total weight is about 60 LBS