https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/using_the_colleciton124880.jpg Technical Preservation Handbook Technical Preservation Handbook The NFSA technical preservation handbook covers a wide range of preservation subjects including film construction, identification, storage and damage. https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/nfsa_pres_book_teal.png Film construction The layers of film construction. https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/nfsa_pres_lightblue.jpg Base polymers The film base must be transparent, tough and flexible. https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/nfsa_pres_lightblue.jpg Gelatin No other substance has been able to match gelatin’s overall performance. https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/nfsa_pres_book_teal.png Image forming materials What makes up a photographic image? https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/nfsa_pres_lightblue.jpg Damage to films Film can be damaged by physical wear and tear, biological factors and shrinkage. https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/nfsa_pres_lightblue.jpg Cold storage of film The life expectancy of film can be lengthened by lowering the temperature under which it is stored https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/nfsa_pres_book_teal.png Long term storage Films should be stored either on a suitable core or reel, with an adequate length of leader attached to the head and tail. https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/nfsa_pres_lightblue.jpg Work health and safety Identifying and controlling workplace hazards. https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/nfsa_pres_lightblue.jpg Condition reporting An essential component of collection management is benchmarking a collection item's condition. https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/nfsa_pres_book_teal.png Film Identification The process of producing a motion film production usually requires many different stages. https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/nfsa_pres_lightblue.jpg Film repair The different types and methods of film repair. https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/nfsa_pres_lightblue.jpg Conservation treatment How to clean, rewash and 'unblock’ film. https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/nfsa_pres_book_teal.png Photo duplication To accurately copy a photographic image requires care and attention to detail. https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/nfsa_pres_lightblue.jpg Disaster planning A disaster planning checklist to cover any eventuality. Preservation Related content https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/10-2016/preservation_services_hero.jpg Preservation Services Leading-edge technical facilities and expertise at the NFSA. film preservation https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/03-2017/nfsa_sound.jpg Preserving the born-digital Sound archivist Tess Elieff shares some of her favourite Bandcamp discoveries and explains why this platform is a digital archivist's best friend. Australian music digital media https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/uploads/2012/10/26/524968_0004_003.jpg Caring for your collection Do you want to learn how to extend the lifespan of your photo, music, film and video collections? You've come to the right place. preservation
https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/nfsa_pres_book_teal.png Film construction The layers of film construction.
https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/nfsa_pres_lightblue.jpg Base polymers The film base must be transparent, tough and flexible.
https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/nfsa_pres_lightblue.jpg Gelatin No other substance has been able to match gelatin’s overall performance.
https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/nfsa_pres_book_teal.png Image forming materials What makes up a photographic image?
https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/nfsa_pres_lightblue.jpg Damage to films Film can be damaged by physical wear and tear, biological factors and shrinkage.
https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/nfsa_pres_lightblue.jpg Cold storage of film The life expectancy of film can be lengthened by lowering the temperature under which it is stored
https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/nfsa_pres_book_teal.png Long term storage Films should be stored either on a suitable core or reel, with an adequate length of leader attached to the head and tail.
https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/nfsa_pres_lightblue.jpg Work health and safety Identifying and controlling workplace hazards.
https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/nfsa_pres_lightblue.jpg Condition reporting An essential component of collection management is benchmarking a collection item's condition.
https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/nfsa_pres_book_teal.png Film Identification The process of producing a motion film production usually requires many different stages.
https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/nfsa_pres_lightblue.jpg Film repair The different types and methods of film repair.
https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/nfsa_pres_lightblue.jpg Conservation treatment How to clean, rewash and 'unblock’ film.
https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/nfsa_pres_book_teal.png Photo duplication To accurately copy a photographic image requires care and attention to detail.
https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/11-2016/nfsa_pres_lightblue.jpg Disaster planning A disaster planning checklist to cover any eventuality.
https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/10-2016/preservation_services_hero.jpg Preservation Services Leading-edge technical facilities and expertise at the NFSA. film preservation
https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/03-2017/nfsa_sound.jpg Preserving the born-digital Sound archivist Tess Elieff shares some of her favourite Bandcamp discoveries and explains why this platform is a digital archivist's best friend. Australian music digital media
https://www.nfsa.gov.au/sites/default/files/uploads/2012/10/26/524968_0004_003.jpg Caring for your collection Do you want to learn how to extend the lifespan of your photo, music, film and video collections? You've come to the right place. preservation