First Actions for Film, Tape and Discs Source: The Association of Moving Image Archivists (AMIA) Disaster response from immediate response through treatment and recovery.
Archive | September, 2017
Disaster Recovery for Tapes in Flooded Areas
Disaster Recovery for Tapes in Flooded Areas Source: Association of Moving Image Archivists (AMIA) In the aftermath of hurricanes and severe flooding; homeowners, businesses and archives frequently find video and audio tapes that have been exposed to water and debris. Unfortunately, it’s all too often assumed that these tapes are ruined and irreplaceable recordings are […]
Disaster Recovery for Films in Flooded Areas
Disaster Recovery for Films in Flooded Areas Source: Association of Moving Image Archivists (AMIA) If your films are in a flood, contact a film archive or film laboratory as quickly as possible for further advice. There are many variables that affect the stability of film materials, and each circumstance is different. The following suggestions are […]