Bulk Book Scanning & Digitisation
Destructive book scanning is an efficient option for suitable published volumes where the original binding does not need to be retained intact. It can provide high-resolution digital files for preservation, access, research and document delivery.
Book Scanning for Different Collections
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Published Book Scanning
Digitisation of published volumes for digital access, research and archive use.
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Books & Magazines
Scanning for books, magazines, periodicals and other bound publications.
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Non-Destructive Book Scanning
When the original book must remain intact, our non-destructive workflow provides a different digitisation route.
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Book Scanning UK | High Resolution & OCR
Destructive book scanning supports clients with an affordable option for suitable books, regardless of paper type or whether colour or black and white. We can offer Archival TIFF/RAW files, searchable PDF and editable Word documents for digitised books.
Our digitisation services extend to rare book scanning and bound volumes. This includes diaries, magazines, newspapers and other suitable publications, in small or large volumes. Digital formats and ABBYY FineReader Professional OCR technology are available in your chosen files.
Non-Destructive Book Scanning Calculator
Calculate the estimated cost of digitising books, diaries, journals and other bound volumes without damaging or destroying the original book.
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Select the book size, digital output, capture method and number of pages to calculate an estimated price.
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Non-Destructive Book Scanning Prices
Prices are calculated according to book size, digital output and quantity. The following rates are based on the selected page capture method.
Non-Destructive Book Scanning — 600dpi Uncompressed TIFF
| Book Size | 1–250 | 251–999 | 1000+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| A5 | £1.00 | £0.75 | £0.55 |
| A4 | £1.00 | £0.75 | £0.55 |
| A3 | £1.00 | £0.75 | £0.55 |
| A2 | £1.25 | £1.00 | £0.75 |
| A1 | £1.50 | £1.25 | £1.00 |
Non-Destructive Book Scanning — PDF / JPEG
| Book Size | 1–250 | 251–999 | 1000+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| A5 | £0.75 | £0.55 | £0.35 |
| A4 | £0.75 | £0.55 | £0.35 |
| A3 | £0.75 | £0.55 | £0.35 |
| A2 | £1.00 | £0.75 | £0.55 |
| A1 | £1.25 | £1.00 | £0.75 |
PDF 600dpi, PDF 300dpi and JPEG 300dpi use the same pricing structure.
Additional Digital Services
| Service | 1–250 | 251–999 | 1000+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| TIFF Images Converted to PDF / OCR Searchable File | £35.00 | £30.00 | £25.00 |
| TIFF Images Converted to Word | £35.00 | £30.00 | £25.00 |
Additional conversion services are charged per book.
Non-destructive scanning keeps the original book intact. Books are handled carefully throughout the scanning process and returned in the same physical condition.
Complex, fragile, tightly bound or unusually shaped books may require an individual assessment and additional technical charges.
Prices exclude VAT at 20%.
Non-Destructive Book Scanning Prices
Prices are calculated according to book size, digital output and quantity. The following rates are based on the selected page capture method.
Non-Destructive Book Scanning — 600dpi Uncompressed TIFF
| Book Size | 1–250 | 251–999 | 1000+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| A5 | £1.00 | £0.75 | £0.55 |
| A4 | £1.00 | £0.75 | £0.55 |
| A3 | £1.00 | £0.75 | £0.55 |
| A2 | £1.25 | £1.00 | £0.75 |
| A1 | £1.50 | £1.25 | £1.00 |
Non-Destructive Book Scanning — PDF / JPEG
| Book Size | 1–250 | 251–999 | 1000+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| A5 | £0.75 | £0.55 | £0.35 |
| A4 | £0.75 | £0.55 | £0.35 |
| A3 | £0.75 | £0.55 | £0.35 |
| A2 | £1.00 | £0.75 | £0.55 |
| A1 | £1.25 | £1.00 | £0.75 |
PDF 600dpi, PDF 300dpi and JPEG 300dpi use the same pricing structure.
Additional Digital Services
| Service | 1–250 | 251–999 | 1000+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| TIFF Images Converted to PDF / OCR Searchable File | £35.00 | £30.00 | £25.00 |
| TIFF Images Converted to Word | £35.00 | £30.00 | £25.00 |
Additional conversion services are charged per book.
Non-destructive scanning keeps the original book intact. Books are handled carefully throughout the scanning process and returned in the same physical condition.
Complex, fragile, tightly bound or unusually shaped books may require an individual assessment and additional technical charges.
Prices exclude VAT at 20%.