What Is Fragile Book Scanning?
Fragile books require a workflow that minimises opening stress, pressure, page turning and unnecessary contact.
Brittle pages can tear when a volume is forced open. Supports, careful page turning and an appropriate capture system reduce risk.
Fragile book digitisation
The right method depends on the physical construction, condition and purpose of the book. Non-destructive capture keeps significant originals intact; destructive capture can be appropriate for approved modern production work.
Types of material covered
Brittle paper
Considered within the specialist workflow for this type of bound material.
Loose pages
Considered within the specialist workflow for this type of bound material.
Weak bindings
Considered within the specialist workflow for this type of bound material.
Torn pages
Considered within the specialist workflow for this type of bound material.
Red-rot leather
Considered within the specialist workflow for this type of bound material.
Restricted-opening books
Considered within the specialist workflow for this type of bound material.
Key considerations
- Brittle paper
- Loose pages
- Weak bindings
- Torn pages
- Red-rot leather
- Restricted-opening books
Need advice on a book or bound collection?
Oxford Duplication Centre can advise on the safest and most appropriate method for published, heritage, family and archival books.