Greetings :
A tangential question. The toner used in most xerox-type
type copiers seems to have an inescapable affinity to certain
types of plastic (PVC) folders, particularly ring-binders.
The print will transfer, and fairly thick bundles of copies
will get stuck together. Thank heavens the materials affected are usually
not for long-term retention, but I've noticed some cases where "valuable"
materials were put at risk in such a fashion.
Any thoughts from more experienced colleagues?
My thanks and greetings,
Horst Huber
Western Languages Collection hwhuber@fas.harvard.edu
Harvard-Yenching Library 617-496-6965 (phone)
2 Divinity Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02138 617-496-6008 (fax)
On Wed, 15 May 2002, Jack C. Thompson wrote:
> Given stable storage conditions, almost any paper will last a very
> long time. I've worked on sheets of 2,300 yr. old papyrus (similar,
> in a way, to modern newsprint) and it was in reasonable condition.
>
> The toner used in laser printers (and photocopy machines) is carbon
> black in a plastic matrix. If the pages are printed on both sides
> it would be possible for them to begin sticking together after some
> time in storage, esp. if they are packed tightly.
>
> Just a thought.
>
> Jack
>
>
>
> > by "Mary Ann Paul" <aggie_archy@hotmail.com>
> >Date: Wed, 15 May 2002 18:03:18 -0600
> >From: "Mary Ann Paul" <aggie_archy@hotmail.com>
> >Subject: Re: Paper
> >
> >Well basically long term storage of data printed from a laser printer. The
> >paper needs to last as long as possible.
> >
> >Thanks,
> >
> >Mary Ann
>
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