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Monitoring

Regular monitoring of collections is an integral part of the management of collections of cellulose acetate.

“the major tool for proper preservation management of negative collections is frequent and systematic monitoring” (Horvath, 1987, p. 61).

In many collections of negatives of a similar age which have been kept under similar conditions it has been found that only some will exhibit signs of deterioration, while others will appear unaffected. Regular monitoring is necessary to ensure that deteriorated film is located and segregated from material in good condition (to prevent contamination), and to ensure the survival of the deteriorated material (if desired) by placing it in a storage environment appropriate to its condition – for example by placing it in a freezer.


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