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The Science Behind Flood Damaged Microfiche and Microfilm

Disaster Recovery, Document Recovery, Water and Storm Damage

When rolls of microfilm or sheets or microfiche get wet, their base and emulsion are in danger of separating. This is when the image separates from the plastic backing. Without proper water damage restoration, moisture can spread from wet film to dry film because of the resulting humidity, which could also lead to mold damage. The film has a high susceptibility to the effects of water and moisture, and getting them to a document recovery service in a timely manner is critical.

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Lessons to Learn from UW-Superior Library Flooding

Disaster Recovery, Document Recovery, Water and Storm Damage

The University of Wisconsin-Superior was a mess last June. After 8 inches of rainfall in a 24-hour period, the city’s storm water system was inundated and therefore unable to prevent water from rushing into basements all over town. The university’s basement was flooded with almost 9 feet of water! Librarians at UWS were horrified to find more than 133,000 flood damaged books. The following is a look at how libraries can avoid this dreadful situation, as well as how damaged books may be restored.

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How to Dry Wet Documents You Need to Access Quickly

Document Recovery, Water and Storm Damage

In the wake of a natural disaster, home or business owners may find themselves attempting to salvage water-damaged documents with a hairdryer. This desperate act is not only dangerous, but it also isn’t usually successful. This begs the question, then, of how to dry wet documents.

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Document Disaster Services: Recovering From Water Damage

Disaster Recovery, Document Recovery, Water and Storm Damage

Time is not on your side after a water disaster. The longer you wait to start the restoration process the greater the chance the process won’t be as effective as you’d like. You also risk incurring a great deal of mold damage by waiting too long. Because time is such a key factor after a water-related disaster, it is a good idea to have an emergency plan already in place before disaster strikes. Some document recovery and water damage restoration companies can even install air dry distribution areas on-site, a great idea for businesses that deal with a lot of important hard copy information.

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Key Jobsite Climate Control Strategies to Keep Projects on Track

Construction Drying, Temporary Climate Solutions, Water and Storm Damage, Remote Monitoring and Control, Indoor Air Quality

Don’t let excessive moisture, poor interior climate conditions, or inefficient equipment pose a risk to construction materials and schedules. The Ultimate Toolkit for Jobsite Climate Control is packed with resources, FAQs, and expert insights to guide you through every stage of planning and executing a climate control strategy.

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