Microfiche
Cull’s digital transformation centre offers solutions for the conversion and digitisation of microfiche archives – the ultimate way to preserve information.
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Microfiche Conversion
Cull’s digital transformation centre offers solutions for the conversion and digitisation of microfiche archives – the ultimate way to preserve information.
Microfiche is a type of microform – a format of storing large amounts of information in a compact format; in this case, a sheet of flat film.
Each sheet of flat, photographic film is 105 x 148 mm in size, the same size as the international standard for paper size ISO A6. It carries a matrix of micro images, usually reduced to about 1/25 their normal size. The most commonly used format is a portrait image of about 10 x 14 mm. Historically, microfiche was used to preserve A4/A3 documentation.
Microfiche was typically used in the early 20th century for libraries and archives, business, NHS Medical Records and government records, educational materials and newspaper archives.
To preserve the sensitivity of microfiche, it is important to store it in a cool, dry, and dark place with minimal exposure to light and chemicals. Handling should be done with clean hands or gloves to avoid leaving oils or other residues on the film. It’s important to use proper storage containers and avoid folding or bending the film, as this can damage the emulsion.
But the ultimate way to preserve the information held on microfiche for long term usage is digitisation. By creating digital copies that can be easily stored and backed up you will:
- Improve space savings
- Improve quality
- Make you documents searchable
- Be able to instantly retrieve documents
- Access them quickly and easily from anywhere in the world
Cull can convert and digitise your microfiche archives in bulk or on demand. They will be scanned, indexed and saved to any format you choose, normally PDF images. The resultant images are as crisp and clear as the microfiche will allow with a high resolution.
Whether you have a large-scale archival project or have a one-off film of sentimental value let us take care of it. Use our Quick Quote tool or Get in touch to find out how we can help you today.
Free Sample
We’ll scan some sample files completely free of charge with no obligation. You’ll see just how clear microfiche images can be converted to PDF and then the files named to follow your existing file index information. Images and Meta data can then be uploaded into an existing EDM System.
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Microform
Cull’s digital transformation centre offers solutions for the conversion and digitisation of all formats of microfilm, microfiche and aperture cards.
Microfilm
Solutions for the conversion and digitisation of both 16mm microfilm reels and 35mm microfilm reels, for preserving information.
Aperture Cards
Solutions for the conversion and digitisation of aperture card images to digital formats for easier access and future preservation.
The Microfiche Scanning Process
We offer document scanning solutions across the UK. Here’s how it works in 3 simple steps:
1. We collect your microform from your premises and take them to our scanning centre.
2. We collect your microfiche from your premises and take them to our scanning centre.
3. We convert your documents into any format you choose and upload them to an encrypted USB, hard drive, your own business system or to our flexible document management software, whichever you prefer.
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Microfilm Maintenance for BBC Cymru Wales
In November 2021, Cull visited BBC Cymru Wales New Broadcasting House to service the Canon MS400 Microfilm scanner that the BBC Archives department use to search information on old programmes.
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WHY CHOOSE CULL PAPERLESS?
SCANNING SERVICE EXPERTS
With over 250 years combined experience in document scanning and digitisation, you couldn’t be in better hands.
WE’RE SECURE & ACCREDITED
We’re ISO accredited and compliant with all British Standards for document and data management.
WE HANDLE WITH CARE
Your documents will never go through third party hands, they will be with our experts from start to finish.
WE VALUE YOU
Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. Keeping you happy, keeps us happy.
UNBEATABLE QUALITY STANDARDS
We pride ourselves on the accuracy and quality of the work we do. You won’t find better.
INDUSTRY-LEADING TECHNOLOGY
State-of-the-art Optical Character Recognition and Kodak scanners ensure we provide the highest standard of scanning services.
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Microfiche FAQ's
A microfiche is a sheet of flat film, 105 x 148 mm in size, the same size as the international standard for paper size ISO A6. It carries a matrix of micro images, usually reduced to about 1/25 their normal size. The most commonly used format is a portrait image of about 10 x 14 mm. Historically, microfiche was used to preserve A4/A3 documentation.
Microfilm is a roll of images like a movie reel usually either 16mm or 35mm in size while microfiche is a flat sheet of microfilm. Because the documents are usually reduced to about 1/25 their normal size, microform storage can easily store thousands of documents without taking up much space.
A microfiche machine is a device used in projecting and magnifying images stored in microform to a readable size. A microfiche machine or ‘reader’ is often also a microfilm reader, so you’ll be able to view the images on both types of material. If connected to a printer, you can also use a microfilm or microfiche reader to print your microform images.
A microfiche reader is a device used in projecting and magnifying images stored in microform to a readable size. A microfiche reader printer can also print back images back to paper format.
Microform was ground-breaking in the 1920s, allowing newspapers to be preserved in a way that delivered substantial space savings, and ensured high quality of images. Nowadays, there is a better alternative to storing microfilm and microfiche libraries in analogue form that allows businesses or institutions to quickly and easily retrieve stored documents or images without the need for any specialist equipment.
The costs of digitisation are specific to each project. Our team will provide you with a detailed analysis for an accurate quote. The most significant factors that affect the price of a project are the total volume of documents to be scanned and the indexing required. Have a chat with one of the team today to find out more.
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