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Ideal Lighting in a Microfilm Camera Room
Minimal overhead lighting gives planetary and rotary camera rooms uniform exposure, better productivity and fewer rejects.
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Protecting Microfiche in Drawers with Molecular Sieves
How to place Molecular Sieves in microfiche drawers to give fiche the same protection that roll film boxes receive.
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EPM Tech Tip 039: Densitometer Use and Calibration Procedure
Guidelines for correct densitometer use and daily calibration so that film density readings are accurate and repeatable.
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Processor Control Troubleshooting Checklist
Step-by-step checklist for finding the cause when processor control strip values fall outside the allowed range.
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Cleaning Procedure for Processor Wash Tanks
Monthly bleach cleaning procedure to remove algae and deposits from processor wash tanks and water jackets.
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EPM Tech Tip 034: Typical Microfilm Density and Resolution
How processed microfilm density and resolution are typically evaluated using three white density documents flanked by resolution targets.
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The Microfilm Duplication Tree
The microfilm duplication tree: how camera negative film yields later generations with the right contrast and polarity for masters and distribution.
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Suggested Target Layout on a Microfilm Roll
Suggested placement of resolution test targets and white density documents at the start and end of each microfilm roll.
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The Importance of Regular Microfilm Processor Service
Why microfilm processors need regular service, including at least one formal annual PM by a qualified technician.
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Scratch Test Procedures for Processors, Cameras and Duplicators
Step-by-step scratch test procedures to find and fix the source of film scratches in processors, cameras and duplicators.
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Microfilm Process Control Reminders
Simple routines for stable microfilm process control: weekly densitometer calibration, correlation strips, three control strips and daily charting.
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EPM White Reels Are Safe for Long-Term Storage
EPM white reels, spools, cores and black boxes are made of chemically inert polystyrene and are safe for long-term film storage.
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