Crack the Cartridge with Backstage
When we think of accessing microfilm, a reel comes to mind, or perhaps microfiche. But have you ever seen microfilm come inside of a cassette? No, you can’t use the end of a pencil or your thumb to wind and unwind them; M-cartridges are sturdy, hard plastic cases with a metal hub and plastic spool […]
Smells Like Fiche and Chips: A Guide to Keeping Your Microfilm Disease-Free
Microfilm may not enter our spheres of interaction as often as once it did, but it remains a reliable and long-lasting archival medium. There are some exceptions to this rule, and any material may become compromised if not handled correctly. If you’ve got a microfilm collection that you’re learning how to maintain, take heed to […]
Preservation and Access, the Married Conversation
Think to that rare local newspaper collection you have sitting in your library. Due to inexpensive manufacturing techniques, these papers were not built to last and, with every use, they become more worn. Yet, patrons for years to come will still want access to this invaluable material. It’s time to come up with a solution, […]
Product Spotlight: Newspaper Microfilming With the Experts
“Working with Backstage to preserve the valuable history of our community has been a great experience. The quick turnaround, level of quality, and customer service is unmatched.”–Louise Doll, Vice President, Perkasie Historical Society In 2019, Backstage Library Works wrapped up a year and a half long project with the Perkasie Historical Society to microfilm 89,217 […]
Microfilm Storage with Backstage Library Works
You’ve created archival microfilm from your original source materials. Your microfilm collection is a valuable asset to your researchers. Once properly created and processed, microforms require very little active preservation beyond storage, careful handling, and occasional surveying to evaluate condition. Keeping master reels safe and accessible is a key element of your collection management strategy. […]
