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Negative, Print and Document Enclosures
         

PrintFile Archival Storage

The advantage of polypropylene is a clarity beyond polyethylene which is especially important for storing and viewing photos and slides. PrintFile pages are pH neutral and insure safe, long term storage of valuable negatives, prints and slides.

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Balanced Seam™ Envelopes

These archival envelopes have a superior design that offers more protection than thumb-cut envelopes, and are designed to be used with our Interleaving Folders (see the plastics section) for maximum protection.

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InfoFlap™ Envelopes 35 mm and 120

The envelope flap protects your film from dust and has space for your ID information. Can be used with the archival pin-fed labels for database ID information. The 35mm version has space for 18 labels; the 120 version has space for 20 labels. It meets all ANSI IT9.2 and P.A.T. specifications. For an organized storage system, use with FilmBinsTM or FilmBinTM Kits (sold separately).

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Negative File Folders

These archival folders index and store film. Each folder has a raised index tab for ID information and holds 6 strips of 35mm or 3 strips of 120 film. Folders are made of acid-free and lignin-free buffered TrueCoreTM 133 card stock (pH 8.0 - 8.5) For protection from dust and handling use with FoldLock TM Sleeves. Format: 26.0 x 8.9cm. Passes P.A.T.

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Flap Storage Envelopes

These 120gr. text-weight, acid-free and lignin-free envelopes offer stable, archival protection for prints, negatives, and documents. Non adhesive flap protects contents against dust and dirt. Passes P.A.T.

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Glassplate Folders

These folders are double-scored so the flaps easily fold
and unfold for complete, scratch-free access to the glass plate. Seamless design. Made of acid-free, lignin-free nonbuffered Renaissance paper. Passes PAT.

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Seamless Envelopes

Complete archival protection for negatives and prints. Flaps unfold for easy access to contents, with the top flap giving added protection against dust. Made of acid and lignin-free nonbuffered Renaissance paper. Passes P.A.T.

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Map and Print Folders

– 10pt permec® and 20pt permec®.
To provide safe storage, place materials in folders and file flat in map cases, flat files, or acid-free boxes. Each fold is reinforced with acid-free linen tape. For extra protection use our heavy duty, oversized folders made of 130g Permec®.

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Systematic® Expandable archival document file case

– Tough, Tyvek® gusseted sides
Our expandable document case allows better use of storage space than traditional fixed size cases which take up the same amount of shelf space, whether full or only partially full. Available in both letter and legal size and 2 expansion widths: 8,9 and 13,3 cm.

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Paper File Folder Inserts

Manuscript Folders

Expansion Folders

Vertical File Folders

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Gaylord® Document Preservation Binders

4-flap enclosers are glued to the inside of our 1,5mm tan barrier board binder. Use soft spine for playbills, drama books and similar ephemera.

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Pressboard Music Binders

– Provides protection for music scores
The scores, attached to the glue-in binder strips, open flat on music stands. Pressboard music binders are made with two 12,7cm deep horizontal pockets, one inside each cover, for storing individual parts.

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Envelopes-Short Side Opening or Long Side Opening

– Alternative storage for newspaper clippings, documents and small pamphlets
Each seam is sealed with pH neutral PVA adhesive that bonds permanently and will not harm contents. Store in archival document cases, dropfront and clamshell boxes, record storage cartons and filing cabinets.

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Pamphet Binders–Glue-in and Sew-in

– For materials up to 6mm thick. Made with single-stitched gummed bone cambrick cloth.

Shelf Binders–Glue-in

– For materials up to 0,6mm to 1,2mm thick. Made with double-stitched gummed bone cambric cloth. Flat spine allows labeling for easy visibility and identification. For larger spine sizes, use our case binders.

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Cotton Muslin Dust Cover

– Use for making garment bags, covering padded hangers and for shelf dust covers
Untreated, chemical-free, 100% cotton muslin is unsized and tightly woven.

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Photo Sleeves– 75 micron Melinex® by Photofile

– Clear, durable and easy-to-use
– Extended tab has “frosted” surface for easy index writing
Protects contents from damage. Extra clear, chemically inert Melinex allows easy viewing without touching images.
Matte finish on back of sleeves prevents ferrotyping.

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Photo/Negative Sleeves–75 micron Melinex®

– Clear, heavyweight protection
– Prevents scratches, fingerprints or other damage
Inert Melinex D will not chemically react with print material contents. First dimension (listed) is the open side.

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Self-locking Photo Sleeves– 75 micron Melinex® or Polypropylene

– Clear sleeves open completely for safe access and removal of contents
Protects transparencies, negatives and unmounted prints. Inert and chemically stable and will not discolor, damage or adhere to materials.

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Fine-Tip Writing For Film and Photos

These precision, fine tip markers are ideal for all plastics and film. Quick-drying. Not water soluble.

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Sure Grip Gloves

The textured surface on the palm-side of these gloves assures you a firm grip, while protecting your materials from fingerprints. Made of comfortable, washable cotton.

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Pure Cotton Comfort

You’ll appreciate the feel of these durable, formfitting gloves! Made of machine washable, heavyweght cotton.

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Perfect for Prints

Lightweight gloves are perfect for handling prints.

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Polygenex ESD Anti-Static Gloves

Slide the film between your fingers to eliminate the magnetic charge that attracts dust. Uses no surface chemical or treatments; can be washed without losing effectiveness.

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Polygenex Nylon Gloves

These comfortable, dust and lint-free nylon gloves are “one-size-fits-all”. Includes elastic cuffs to keep them securely in place.

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Melinex® Envelopes

These archival-quality, 75 micron Melinex® (polyester) Envelopes safeguard valuable photos and documents during handling/storage. Choose from two versatile styles: TopLoad and FlapLock.

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Perfect way to showcase unmounted prints

We’ve combined our best, 100% cotton fiber 4-ply Westminster Mat Board, together with a clear Melinex® cover (sealed on two sides), to create a striking presentation for any photo or print. Protects against dirt and fingerprints. Fits Drop-Front Boxes.

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Crystal Clear bags

Your sensitive photo surfaces and linen mattes are protected, yet remain totally visible. Holds matted artwork up to 4 ply front and back. Bags are made of 40 micron polypropylene and open on the short side and have an overlapping lip with or without a reclosable adhesive for continuous use. Passes PAT.

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Transparent Melinex®

This safe, untreated film is ideal for encapsulation or used as a barrier against acid and moisture migration in framing. It has a neutral pH, contains no harmful plasticizers, and is transparent for easy viewing. Available in handy pre-cut sheets or economical rolls. Seal your sheets with Double-Coated Film Tape #415 (above).

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FoldLockTM Sleeves for Prints

These sleeves are made of ultra-clear, tear resistant Melinex® – the clearest, strongest material in the market today. They’re easy to use, convenient – and guarantee powerful archival protection. The one-piece, 75 micron construction features a self-locking top that secures material within the sleeve.

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Safe Storage for Matted Prints, Magazines, Comics, Cards, and More

Magazines, Comics, Cards, and More
Protect historical and sentimental keepsakes in the Ephemera/Polyethylene Storage Bags. Transparent polyethylene bags also assure superb storage for frequently handled prints. Great for galleries and shops that sell prints in bins.

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