Hi everyone. I hope you are all well and safe.
Our archive space going to be move near future and I have asked to put archive room requirement include my dream storage space. : )
Do you have any suggestion for must have item for archive storage and your working space?
I have read standard requirement for archive material storage space but I can not complies everything what standard suggested. This is why I would like to ask your suggestion.
I am going to ask for separate room for my working space and storage so I can keep temperature stable for physical items. (no carpet, steel shelves, etc.)
Thank you in advance
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Hi Maki,
I agree with everything Catherine has said below, and would back the statement that it all depends what is in - and what will be - your collection. Art storage racks have been a must-have in our Archive, as well as plan cabinets and large document and map hangers.
Good luck with your move!
Ros
Then ask for more that you need, double the space, then when they cut it, you should still have enough! :)
Thank you Catherine, I don't have a new space yet. School will find a space according by my request. I will add compactus on my list now.
Dear Maki
It somewhat depends on what you have in your Archives, and how large your collection is. I second the suggestion for a compactus for document storage - it really is the most efficient use of space. Do you need storage for film etc- then perhaps a fridge. Don't forget to set aside room to store archives supplies - board, paper, etc plus a disaster recovery bin. My recovery bin - stocked to preserve paper documents if there is an emergency - is constantly being moved around by the cleaners so while it is useful asit has wheels, I think it may have been better to just store the items in a purpose built cupboard. Finally we have VESDA - very early smoke detection system.
Good luck :)
Hi Maki,
I would recommend you get a scale plan of your new space, so you can then scale pieces of paper to represent storage options and move them around. Definitely have a separate space for your work area and the collection. No carpet, separate air-con, humidity control, etc. A large standing height work/layout table for your office space on wheels, if you have the space.
What you end up with, will depend on what is in your collection. I would recommend compactus over fixed shelving. Do you need long form shelving for large textile boxes or do you need custom plan cabinets with drawers?
All the best!
Regards,
Catherine Hall
Xavier College Archives