[Web4lib] Microform scanners

[Dan Lester]

I've been charged with investigating the possible acquisition of "User
Friendly Microform Scanners". The device would allow a patron or staff
member to insert a roll of film, or fiche (and ideally even a
microprint item) and easily make an image file from it.  The images
could then be used by the patron or posted on the web or used for ILL.
We have needs for all three types of usage.  Staff would use it for
ILL of microform articles, and other staff would use it to put
appropriate microform documents (old records, mss, etc) on the website
for public information.  Users would be able to scan the image(s) to
their flashdrive and then print it from the public printers, use it in
a research project, etc.

I've seen several that don't appear to be "user friendly", and we have
one already that definitely isn't.  We're more interested in a device
with appropriate software included so that it can be attached to an
existing PC.  I've also seen some that are standalone work stations,
but their prices seem outrageous.

Any comments or suggestions appreciated, either publicly or by
personal email.

thanks

dan

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