Library storage facilities : from planning to construction to operation /
"Library Storage Facilities: From Planning to Construction to Operation examines high-density library storage facilities, considering how such facilities are changing the nature of collection management. The book discusses the types of storage facilities and explores how institutions can collab...
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Chandos Publishing, an imprint of Elsevier,
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Publisher Address: | Cambridge, MA : |
Publication Dates: |
[2019] ©2019 |
Literature type: | eBook |
Language: | English |
Series: |
Chandos information professional series
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Online Access: |
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/book/9780081027547 |
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"Library Storage Facilities: From Planning to Construction to Operation examines high-density library storage facilities, considering how such facilities are changing the nature of collection management. The book discusses the types of storage facilities and explores how institutions can collaborate and embrace cost saving options through opening shared off-site storage facilities, addressing common needs, and maximizing value and space in on-campus libraries. Considering a unique partnership between the Texas A&M University System and the University of Texas System, the book highlights best practice and lessons learned during implementation. Topics covered include storage strategies, geometric efficiency, systems integration, environmental control, and more"--Publisher's description. |
Carrier Form: | 1 online resource (xv, 250 pages) : color illustrations. |
Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
ISBN: |
9780081027554 0081027559 |
Index Number: | Z679 |
CLC: | TU242.3 |
Contents: | Introduction -- Consideration and planning -- Building the storage facility -- Preparing for operations -- Transferring and receiving materials -- Sustain operations -- Case studies. |