What’s Hot The latest in library products & furnishings Compiled by Ann Kim
May 15, 2011ARCHIVAL/ PRESERVATION
Prevent & preserve All libraries nationwide are welcome to host this free instructional Book Repair Workshop, which may count for continuing education units. Workshops are designed to demonstrate techniques for extending the shelf life of general circulating materials. Although prevention is the key, specific, common repairs using Kapco products are addressed. Free samples are given to all participants. List Price: Free. Kapco, Tim Weber and Kary Barth, 800-791-8965, www.kapco.com
Paper protection Store letter- or legal-size documents in the Ultimate™ Record Storage Carton. It’s double-walled on the bottom and sides for extra protection against crushing and bowing. Features an acid-free and lignin-free buffered B-flute. List Price: $13.29 and up. Gaylord, 800-448-6160, www.gaylord.com
On the move Transport archival materials within a library or research room on this mobile Archival Record Storage Box Truck. Two cubbies are the perfect size for storage boxes, while a flat-top shelf holds your laptop or supplies. Made of solid oak. List Price: $575. Gaylord, 800-448-6160, www.gaylord.com
Cover me! This three-mil Non-Glare Polypropylene Book Cover protects publisher jacketed books, special collections, rare books, and books with red rot. Slide the publisher jacket head into the prefolded edge, bring up the tail, fold by eye, and crease. The covered jacket “gloves” onto the book, protecting it against water damage, abrasion, dirt, dust, and soiling. Safe for long-term storage. List Price: package of 50, $18–$24; ea. $4.60–$16.60. Archival Products, archival.com, 800-526-5640
The next level of defense Microchamber zeolites actively scavenge pollutants from inside these Multipurpose Boxes and remove by-products of deterioration. List Price: $16.20 and up. Artcare by Nielsen Bainbridge, www.nielsen-bainbridge.com; also available from Gaylord, 800-448-6160, www.gaylord.com
Adjustment boxes Box fragile or damaged books and those waiting to be repaired in these Adjustable Book Boxes. The one-piece, acid-free boxes feature three scores to accommodate books of varying thicknesses. List Price: $13.80 and up. Gaylord, 800-448-6160, www.gaylord.com
Conserving memories Keep photos, news clippings, and letters safely stored in these Photo Preservation Box Albums. They hold about 75 pages and can be stored upright or flat on shelves. Metal edges offer sturdy construction. List Price: $20.60 and up. Gaylord, 800-448-6160, www.gaylord.com
Textile storage Preservation Kits include everything you need to store your important or vintage uniforms, quilts, or costumes. An acid-free, lignin-free box and unbuffered tissue keep contents protected. List Price: $45.50 and up. Gaylord, 800-448-6160, www.gaylord.com
AUDIOVISUAL
Listen up! Up to six students at a time can listen to an iPod or other audio device with the iPod Docking Center. It incorporates a docking station with a charger, listening center, and speakers, all in a desktop unit. Compatible with any iPod with a dock connector and operates with the included 12V DC adapter. List Price: $224.95. Hamilton Electronics, 800-631-0868, www.hamiltonelectronics.com; also available from Gaylord, 800-448-6160, www.gaylord.com
Play it again, Sam Compatible with all the latest formats, the Spirit™ SD Listening Center is available as a four- or six-person center, complete with the Spirit™ SD Multimedia CD Player, cassette player/recorder, and AM/FM radio with built-in SD card slot and USB port. It features a permanently attached 5" cord, mono/stereo headphones with individual controls, and a ten-position stereo jackbox with individual volume controls. Packaged in a foam-lined carrying case with extra room for recorded materials. List Price: $245 and up. Califone Intl., www.califone.com; also available from Brodart Library Supplies & Furnishings, 888-820-4377, www.shopbrodart.com.
Multipurpose kiosk Get a gaming station, feature display, digital signage display, and more with the Triple Play Kiosk. The 25"d x 37"w locking cabinet with adjustable shelf conceals games and consoles. A slatwall display space is on the front panel; the back panel is your choice of slatwall, bulletin board, or whiteboard surface. The unit has four 4"-diameter locking casters, a back access panel to connect cords and cables to outlets, and a 15' UL-approved power strip mounted inside. List Price: $1,499.99. DEMCO, 800-356-1200, www.demco.com
CARTS/TRUCKS
Strong & affordable Advantage™ Steel Book Trucks feature solid steel construction to support up to 400 pounds evenly distributed. Comfort handles and large 5" rubber casters offer smooth movement and even handling. Available in a wide range of colors. List Price: $230. Gaylord, 800-448-6160, www.gaylord.com
Budget book truck This Two-Shelf Book Truck features welded steel construction and two sturdy shelves with a weight capacity of up to 133 pounds per shelf. Features 5"-diameter rubber casters, all locking. Sized at 38"h x 31"w x 18"d, it’s available in black, blue, or sand powder-coat. List Price: $98. Brodart Library Supplies & Furnishings, 888-820-4377, www.shopbrodart.com.
There and back again Move artwork between storage spaces and exhibit spaces on the A-Frame Painting Cart with heavy-duty casters. The welded frame supports up to 2000 pounds and features a lip on the bottom of the deck to prevent items from slipping off. List Price: $495. Gaylord, 800-448-6160, www.gaylord.com
The educated traveler For daily literacy programs and other traveling educator’s tools, the Travelling Teacher Trolley Organizer Cart includes three small tubs, a storage pocket center, and two file folder bins. The removable whiteboard surface is child height, and the trolley folds for storage or transport. List Price: $149.99. Copernicus Educational Products, 800-267-8494, www.copernicused.com; also available from DEMCO, 800-356-1200, www.demco.com
CIRCULATION
Collection box This 24/7 self-checkout and self-return Media Lending Machine holds 560 to 3100 CDs, DVDs, and games. Fully secure metal housing ensures safety. Patrons can browse the collection and place holds from their home. Administration software allows staff to maintain the collection. Compatible with ILS systems. Remote diagnostic capabilities make getting tech support easy. List Price: $17,000 and up. Showcases, 800-240-1850, www.showcases1.com
Disc dispenser Available either in a stand-alone mode or tethered to any existing self-check machine, the LAT-Cube™ stores CDs/DVDs and dispenses them to authenticated patrons only. Multiple units can be connected to one another. Advanced staff loading/unloading functions, including full support for single and multivolume media sets. LAT-Central Enterprise Management Software is included for remote reporting and administration. Numerous configuration options available. List Price: Call for price. Library Automation Technologies, 856-566-4121, www.latcorp.com
Store and retrieve The Secure Disc Retrieval System (SDRS) is designed specifically for libraries that put Browser® Paks or empty cases in public areas while keeping the actual discs behind the circulation desk. Upon completion of a checkout transaction, staff retrieve discs by scanning the patron card at the station. Five discs can be dispensed simultaneously within seconds. Staff load discs by scanning barcodes or RFID tags on the cases. Scalable system holds up to 1800 discs in storage. List Price: Call for price. Integrated Technology Group, 877-207-3127, www.integratedtek.com
Print “on-hold” Liner-free, self-adhesive, and ecofriendly, the HandyHolds™ Self-Adhesive Holds Wrappers works with many thermal receipt printers. The wrappers adhere and fit to books. It features side-edge adhesive that leaves no residue. Comes in white, green, pink, and yellow. List Price: Call for price. Vernon Library Supplies, 800-878-0253, www.vernonlibrarysupplies.com
Tote optimized Engineered for maneuverability and mobility, the wheeled SmartKart features an adjustable upper shelf, lower shelf, and an easy-release hand brake. Designed to work in combination with Tech Logic’s QuickSort and UltraSort Systems, SmartKart includes a plug-in “Tote Full/Tote Present” sensor to indicate when the tote is full/present. List Price: Call for price. Tech Logic, 800-494-9330, www.tech-logic.com.
COLLECTIONS
Vibrant scenery The flexible, reconfigurable ColorScape® Shelving & Furniture focuses on the use of color paired with wood veneers and includes wood shelving, connector units, and displays. Choices include tackable panels, slatwall display, and integrated soft seating. Connector benches are offered in square, rectangular, and curved dimensions to meet the needs of the space. Mix and match laminate colors to accommodate the feel of any children’s, teen, or adult areas. Specialty children’s displays are also available. List Price: Call for price. DEMCO Interiors, 800-747-7561, www.demcointeriors.com
For the littlest VIPs Kids can read or study comfortably with the VIP Collection. Combine chairs, benches, and tables to suit your space. Each piece is constructed from recycled, renewable, and sustainable materials with a low-VOC finish. List Price: $195. Greenplay: Skyline Design, 773-278-4660, www.greenplayfurniture.com; also available from Gaylord, 800-448-6160, www.gaylord.com
CUSTOM
No detail overlooked Study tables, carrels, pinwheel carrels, end panels and canopy tops, periodical displays, and even reference and resource desks—all are designed together in these Custom Furniture Collections to create a cohesive work environment. Architectural details and interior design elements are reflected in the designs. Shown here is a collection custom designed for Suffolk County Community College, NY. Projects of all sizes welcome. List Price: Call for price. Huston & Co., 888-869-6370, www.hustonandcompany.com
Avast, me hearties! From design to completion, enjoy high-quality Themed Environments, like this ship designed as the focal point of a small library for preschool children. The bow, port, and aft are crafted of wood, with seating inside for story time. The stern and a beach scene with a treasure chest is a mural painted on two walls. List Price: Call for price. Library Worx, 386-454-2884, www.libraryworx.com
More than a match set Thematic Environments can be made with coordinating seating, tables, book bins, murals, end panels, and display. Pictured are the colorful ImPrinted™ Digital processes with storybook scenes on the Kestrel Child chair and End Panel. The Mobile Collection offers clouds, butterflies, dragonflies, and more that float in the environment. List Price: Call for price. TMC Furniture, 734-622-0080, www.tmcfurniture.com
DISPLAY
Mobile multimedia Eight locking casters make it easy to move the Book Marquee™ Mobile Baldwin™ Slatwall Kiosk. It holds up to 320 DVDs, 480 CDs, or 160 videocassettes or books on the solid rosewood shelves, plus more on the slatwalls. US Patent Des. 329,552. List Price: $2,100. Gaylord, 800-448-6160, www.gaylord.com
Full house Fill this HABA® Book House with kids’ books from top to bottom. The double-sided, beech-constructed abode has four shelves and a lip on each side of the roof for book display. List Price: $480. Gressco, 800-345-3480, www.gresscoltd.com; also available from Gaylord, 800-448-6160, www.gaylord.com
Tiered display Transport large and heavy books with the Mobile Display Cart. It’s available with a removable colored roof that features transparent sides and a clear front that can be let down quickly and closed with a zipper. Includes a formed handle for maneuvering and two locking casters. List Price: $829. Gaylord, 800-448-6160, www.gaylord.com
It’s all about transparency This wall-mounted BOARDLESS® Bulletin Board Pocket Display System eliminates the need for pushpins and staples. Acrylic letter-size pockets in portrait orientation offer a clear view of contents. List Price: $109. AS Hanging Systems, 866-935-6949, www.ashanging.com; also available from Gaylord, 800-448-6160, www.gaylord.com
At capacity Ideal for children’s books up to 12 3/8" high, the Kidovation® High Capacity Book Spinner features a 5/8"-thick thermo-fused laminate, 3mm-thick philate-free thermo-fused edgebanding, dowel pin construction, which increases strength by 30 percent, recessed backs, and 2"-diameter twin-wheel casters. Available as floor-standing or tabletop spinners. List Price: $299.99–$559.99. DEMCO, 800-356-1200, www.demco.com
Tasteful arrangements Wall-mount a single artifact or arrange a small group of items with L-Shaped Wall Exhibit Cases. The satin black wood frame features a removable top for addition and removal of contents. Acrylic covers are buffed to a brilliant shine. List Price: $69.99. Gaylord, 800-448-6160, www.gaylord.com
Browse in any style Constructed of powder-coated steel, the CD/DVD Double-Sided Gondolas or Media Browsers are offered in several models: a standard design that comes with ten CD/DVD shelves or eight bookshelves and a Creative Arts end panel; a European open-bottom, high-tech fixture design with acrylic end panels; and a bookstore model with the retail type sign holder and height of only 56". List Price: Call for price. Professional Store Design Group, 727-545-1045, www.tpsdg.com
Crystal clear Showcase your collections with these Crystal Cubes™ Museum-Quality Exhibit Cases. The display deck will not off-gas to keep fragile contents protected and holds up to 200 pounds. The clear acrylic cube is also available in a UV filtering design to block out damaging sunlight and fluorescent light. List Price: $879. Gaylord, 800-448-6160, www.gaylord.com
On the move Create displays in key areas and at traveling exhibitions with the Rollie Mobile Exhibit Display Case. The double-sided and single-sided cases come with shelves and feature removable acrylic face panels for access to the slatwall panels. Comes with 4" casters, two locking. Custom sizes available. List Price: $3550. Gaylord, 800-448-6160, www.gaylord.com
END PANELS
Panel tattoo The patented graffiti-proof and environmentally friendly VistaPanel® imaging process molecularly bonds any image to wood, steel, and laminate end panels without adhesives. Choose from a wide selection of intricate patterns such as herringbone, parquets, and inlays or supply your own custom graphics. List Price: Call for price. Library Bureau Steel, 856-575-3041, www.librarybureaushelving.com
The end is the beginning Create any themed design with printed Decorative End Panels that come in a variety of stock themes and colors. Or let us create a proprietary design just for your library. The A-frame end panel designs are 30" x 67"; the standard end panel designs are 40" x 63". List Price: Call for price. Professional Store Design Group, 727-545-1045, www.tpsdg.com
FANS
I’m a big fan The gearless, direct-drive technology and onboard electronics of the 12' to 20' Element® Fan provide silent operation (<40 dBA) while eliminating electromagnetic interference. The fan maximizes the efficiency of an HVAC system by distributing conditioned air with its patented airfoil and winglet design. Options include customizable appearance packages and electronic accessories. Carries a ten-year nonprorated warranty with factory installation. List Price: Call for price. Big Ass Fans, 877-BIG FANS, www.bigassfans.com
HANGING SOLUTIONS
You’re suspended Part of a patent-pending system designed to assist in hanging items from a suspended ceiling, the Clip Backed Hang-Mate™ attaches to the t-bar. The stop slides to any spot along the retractable line, allowing various heights of suspension. The spring-loaded fastener attached to the line affixes to any item. Also available is the Tape Backed Hang-Mate™, used to assist in hanging items from a suspended ceiling with a recessed t-bar. List Price: Clip Backed, $12.99; Tape Backed, $12.99. Hang-Mate Products, 816-246-0410, hang-mate.com
Hard-to-reach places The Hang-Mate Wall System uses a special adapter to apply Clip Hang-Mates™ to the Hang-Mate Rail™ with the Hang-Mate™ application pole while the user never leaves the floor. Foam core boards are suspended on clear lines by means of hidden clips. Magnets, covered here with spring designs, allow the art to be quickly changed. List Price: approx. $38 for all components. Hang-Mate Products, 816-246-0410, hang-mate.com
POWER SUPPLY
User(s)-friendly Designed for multiple users, the I~O Post features eight power outlets and eight network/phone jacks that can be supplied from a source on the floor or ceiling through a 6' cable. The power and data ports encircle the post at seating height, enabling students to arrange furniture around the source and eliminating access restrictions. Features a hinged door for interior access and room inside for a Wi-Fi repeater. List Price: $1,495. Smith System, 800-328-1061, www.smithsystem.com
PRESENTATION
More like WizBoard These Interactive Whiteboards include WizTeach software with more than 70 interactive tools. When powered up, the board is interactive, and when powered down, a porcelain whiteboard. It needs four basic brackets to mount on a wall. No electrical outlet is necessary—just plug the USB into your computer and begin. Control your presentation with the cordless tablet and use the voting tool to quiz students anonymously. List Price: Call for price. TouchIT Technologies, 248-499-7676, www.touchittechnologies.com; also available from DEMCO, 800-356-1200, www.demco.com
PROMOTION
A gesture of appreciation Hand-cast, hand-painted dimensional AmeriScape Ornaments or Miniatures made of bonded marble dust are a way to thank donors or celebrate an anniversary or other special occasion. A one time setup fee to create a mold is $250; 60-piece minimum initial order starting at $12 each, boxed and ready to sell or gift. Hestia Creations, 800-575-1262, www.hestiacreations.com
Let your walls do the talkin’ The colorful Library Poster Series for school and public libraries can be purchased as a PDF file for unlimited copies made for in-house use or purchased as preprinted posters. Seven series are available, with new posters added monthly: Subject Spotlight, Reading & Library, English & Grammar, Celebrations, Successful Study Skills, Dance, and World Issues. List Price: $39.95 and up. LibrarySkills, 800-482-9161, www.libraryskills.com
SCANNERS
Face up scanning The book2net Spirit Book Scanner uses an overhead capture that is gentle on fragile books and materials. It scans both left- and right-side pages in under one second and in full color and can be used for walk-up public use. book2net has been designing book scanners in collaboration with major libraries. List Price: Call for price. Ristech, 905-631-7451, www.book2net.com, www.ristech.ca
And it can open a beer Available for the first time in the United States, the TableTop Robotic Book Scanner uses a highly engineered “bionic finger” page-turning intelligence, an adjustable v-shaped cradle with a pressure-controlled glass plate, and nonvacuum technology to digitize books. Powered by QISCAN software integrated with an ABBYY Finereader OCR engine, the robot can be switched from automatic to manual mode with a single touch. List Price: Call for price; introductory pricing available. Qidenus Technologies, www.qidenus.com; also available from The Crowley Company, 240-215-0224, www.thecrowleycompany.com
Scanning service The ST BookScan Center™ offers space efficiency and an extensive tool kit and can be fitted for “Pay for Print” and “Pay for Scan” capabilities for walk-up users. Prompts on the touchscreen display guide users through the scanning process and enable them to save in a variety of formats. List Price: under $5000. ST Imaging, 847-50-3344, www.stimaging.com; also available from The Crowley Company, 240-215-0224, www.thecrowleycompany.com
Printed memories Customers and library staff can scan pictures, documents, and other memorabilia to create digital images with the Kodak Picture Saver Scanning System PS450. Advanced imaging options include scan resolution, Kodak’s Perfect Touch, Red Eye removal, image rotation, and more. Users control optional features, service pricing, and media. It also offers a new payment option, a USA Technologies Credit/Debit Card pin pad/Magnetic Stripe Reader (MSR). Easily saves images to DVD, CD, and USB. List Price: Call for price. Kodak, 800-844-6171, www.kodak.com/go/picturesaverwalkup
SEATING
Swizzle for shizzle With a glossy ABS plastic body, Swizzle Café Stools feature a 17"-diameter chrome base with footrest, a height-adjustable seat that goes from 23½" to 32"h, a naturally molded backrest, and 250-pound weight capacity. List Price: $89.99. DEMCO, 800-356-1200, www.demco.com
Reading pride Available in two seat heights, Between the Lions™ Chairs feature lion cubs Lionel and Leona and their parents, Theo and Cleo. This lion family is also available on a four-sided Book Caddy with 16 large storage compartments, a compartmental Kinderbox Book Displayer, silk-screened Bookcase, and Carpet. List Price: $223 and up. Gressco, 800-345-3480, www.gresscoltd.com; also available from Brodart Library Supplies & Furnishings, 888-820-4377, www.shopbrodart.com
See you on the avenue Made up of high-density foam covered with easy-to-clean polyester, Avenue Casual Seating consists of building blocks and wedge elements that can be configured to create playful formations. Avenue 1st is an 18"h x 23"w square and Avenue 2nd is an 18"h x 35"w x 25"d wedge piece. Available in a choice of floral and block squares with complementary stitched patterns. List Price: $309.99–$369.99. Fatboy, 972-304-6020, www.fatboyusa.com; also available from DEMCO, 800-356-1200, www.demco.com
A lesson in history Crafted of your choice of solid hardwood, with five available leather colors or a solid wood seat, the Maine History Chair measures 31"h x 23"w x 20"d. Shown here in solid cherry with a custom stain and clear finish. Also available: the Maine History Office Chair, which includes swivel base and casters. List Price: $1,025; quantity pricing available. Huston & Co., 888-869-6370, www.hustonandcompany.com
Freedom of movement The stool body of the 202 Tumble Stool is made of plastic but includes a foam seat. Easy to move, stack, and store, the stool encourages a slight rocking motion. List Price: $154.99. DEMCO, 800-356-1200, www.demco.com
Two-position comfort Enjoy a rocking motion or keep the front legs firmly on the ground with Read n’ Rock™ Library Chairs. Molded solid maple with mortise-and-tenon corner framing offers extra strength. Choose an overall wood or colored finish or upholster the seat. List Price: $479. Gaylord, 800-448-6160, www.gaylord.com
A bright spot Americana Chairs feature sturdy, solid wood construction, slanted-back with curved 1"-wide slats, saddled seats, reinforced frames, doweled and glued stretcher rails, an 18"-high chair seat, and a 30"-high stool seat. List Price: $184.99–$234.99. Community, 800-622-5661, www.communityfurniture.com; also available from DEMCO, 800-356-1200, www.demco.com
Best seat in the house Handcrafted in the hardwood of your choice, the Arris Sofa features seat cushions specifically designed not to slide or “walk” and back cushions designed to maintain their shape. Measures 30"h x 32"d x 84"l. Shown here in cherry with chocolate brown leather. Also available is the Arris Loveseat, Arris Chair, and Arris Ottoman. List Price: $4,975 as shown; quantity pricing available. Huston & Co., 888-869-6370, www.hustonandcompany.com
High gear Suitable for use as seating or tables, the gears of the stacking 900 Gear Stools lock to create fun seating areas. The gears are constructed of flexible polyurethane over high-density foam and are painted in your choice of six vibrant colors. List Price: $114.99–$224.99. DEMCO, 800-356-1200, www.demco.com
Put your feet up Featuring sturdy steel bases matched with durable fabrics, the Manny Ottomans include a thick metal edge along the base to provide additional protection against heavy use. Pick your fabric and finish color for the metal legs and base. List Price: Call for price. Sparkeology, 877-318-7661, www.sparkeology.com
Casual seating Armless Upholstered Seating features high-resiliency poly foam to retain shape, tapered legs that are double-doweled, glued, and screwed into the wood frame, and an upholstered 18" spring seat and back. An ottoman, with concealed casters, can be used as a seat, table, or footrest. Choose from many fabric options, which meet CA117 fire-retardant standard. List Price: $259.99–$589.99. DEMCO, 800-356-1200, www.demco.com
Sip & sit back The solid oak construction and corner blocks ensure durability of the Madison Café Chairs & Stools. Keep them in their all-wood state or choose an upholstered vinyl seat for added color. Wood seats are sculpted for comfort. List Price: $189. Gaylord, 800-448-6160, www.gaylord.com
Juiced up These colorful Berries® Stack Chairs feature heavy-gauge steel frames available in your choice of chrome or powder-coat paint, a polypropylene shell that dissipates static electricity, and concealed rivets that will not snag. Available in nine colors and five different seat heights. List Price: $29.99–$42.99. Jonti-Craft®, 800-543-4149, www.jonti-craft.com; also avilable from DEMCO, 800-356-1200, www.demco.com
Modern lounging An alternative to the traditional lounge chair, Havana Lounge Seating is available in a variety of styles, from a lounge chair with wood or metal legs to a pull up, with or without upholstered arms. The Havana Pull Up is also available with a retro wood arm. List Price: Call for price. Agati, 312-829-1977, www.agati.com
A feminine touch Constructed of reinforced polypropylene plastic, Dahlia Seating has an intricate laser-cut design, an 18"h bucket seat upon a polished chrome frame; it can stack four high. List Price: $79.99. DEMCO, 800-356-1200, www.demco.com
Elegant juxtaposition Allow adult and children’s furnishings to sit comfortably together in any library setting with the Botanicals Cut-Out Collection in TMC’s Cut-Out Portfolio. Pictured is the adult Skye 2 Chair with a delicate seedpod cutout and a flower cutout on the Flick Child Chair. List Price: Call for price. TMC Furniture, 734-622-0080, www.tmcfurniture.com
High-gloss color Made of solid wood construction with steam-bent back posts, the colorful Boston Library Chair is available as a standard four-leg chair or 360° swivel with tilt and single wheel casters. Seats are 18" high. List Price: $399.99–$574.99. Community, 800-622-5661, www.communityfurniture.com; also available from DEMCO, 800-356-1200, www.demco.com
In your element The Element Bench is handcrafted of the solid hardwood of your choice and available with leather, fabric, or solid wood seat. Contrasting accents on legs and apron are optional and included in the list price. Measures 21"h x 18"w x 54"l. Shown in ash with Wenge accents and chocolate brown leather. Call for upholstery/seat pricing. Also available in custom sizes. List Price: $1,595. Huston & Co., 888-869-6370, www.hustonandcompany.com
Office option Mobile Valoré Seating has a mesh back with black upholstered seats, seat cushions that flip up for nested storage; it meets or exceeds ANSI/BIFMA standards while the upholstery is CA117 and CA113 approved. Offered in a midback or hi-back model, the hi-back offers a synchro-tilt recline action, height-adjustment capabilities, and a 17" five-star aluminum base. List Price: $329.99–$472.99. Mayline Group, 800-822-8037, www.mayline.com; also available from DEMCO, 800-356-1200, www.demco.com
SECURITY
Bridge both worlds For those libraries that wish to switch to RFID technology for new materials but still require EM security on some items, run both technologies side by side with these Hybrid Security Gates. Both visual and audible alarms sound when security tag is not turned off. This system can be used in conjunction with any existing EM security strips. List Price: Call for price. DEMCO, 800-356-1200, www.demco.com
SHELVING
Shelves of steel The shelves on Steel Library Shelving hold up to 150 pounds each and surpass the American Library Association strength and durability standards. Single-faced wall units are available as are double-faced aisle units. The one-piece wraparound base shelf ensures stable freestanding aisle installations; each shelf above is adjustable. Offered in standard colors, or custom color-match to existing furniture. Special sizing available. List Price: Call for price. Gaylord, 800-448-6160, www.gaylord.com
Show it, store it, move it Dress up the solid-oak double-faced Mobile Curved Oak Shelving Unit with a high-pressure laminate top in your choice of hundreds of colors. Available with ¾" solid oak shelves or powder-coated metal shelves. Features two fixed base shelves per side and four adjustable shelves per side; it all rolls on heavy-duty hidden casters. List Price: $1670 and up. Brodart Library Supplies & Furnishings, 888-820-4377, www.shopbrodart.com.
Power made easy The Eclipse Powered Mobile System offers a flexible, menu-based configurability and lets you build a powered storage system with only what you need. As storage needs change, Eclipse can be readily reconfigured to meet them. List Price: Call for price. Spacesaver Corp., 800-492-3434, www.spacesaver.com
SIGNAGE/ NAVIGATION
In the loop Inform visitors on upcoming activities, special events, book reviews, and more with the DIS-DS1850 18.5" Desktop Digital Signage System. This system can display a continuous loop of still ads and videos (stored on memory cards) with the built-in media player. Librarians can also create still ads using PowerPoint. List Price: $595–$695. Digital Imaging Source, 585-301-4980, www.digitalimagingsource.com
Swivel it, just a little bit Swivel Shelf Sign Holders and Classification Signs have large 3½"-wide transparent vinyl shelf sign holders that use only ¼" of shelf space. The swivel shelf signs simply clip onto a standard metal bookend and swivel open to remove or replace books. A large range of colorful fiction and nonfiction shelf sign sets are available or make your own. List Price: set of ten, $39.95. LibrarySkills, 800-482-9161, www.libraryskills.com
Virtual navigator Help patrons locate library items from a computer, a mobile phone, or any device via web access with StackMap Mapping Software. The technology adds a button to each item record in the library’s online catalog, linking it to a map of the library stacks with the item’s location highlighted in red. It can be built as a stand-alone interface for your library, or integrated into your catalog. Compatible with all ILS systems. List Price: Call for price. StackMap, 203-610-1196, www.stackmap.com
An orderly shelf A range of large, colorful fiction and nonfiction Shelf Sign Holders and Classification Signs sets are “made in the USA” exclusively for LibrarySkills. The holders closely resemble a magazine box with a large 9½" x 3" transparent window that holds the shelf sign. Constructed of strong plastic material, they sit on a library shelf. List Price: $74–$499.95. LibrarySkills, 800-482-9161, www.libraryskills.com
TABLES & DESKS
Cool customer This Mobile Maple Fan-Fold Display Table has two wing tables attached with piano-style hinges that fan out to provide a 65"-wide display area or fold back for single-surface use. Available in three surfaces. Choose a traditional maple finish or a pigmented stain with matching solid maple edge band. Mix or match the high-pressure laminate tabletop surfaces in your choice of hundreds of colors. Also includes heavy-duty casters for mobility. List Price: $760. Brodart Library Supplies & Furnishings, 888-820-4377, www.shopbrodart.com
Accessible design Hand-built of solid hardwood in the species of your choice, the Franklin Table features a trestle base that enables seating for all kinds of chairs and easy handicap accessibility. Measures 30"h x 36"w x 72"l. Shown here in cherry. Also available in custom sizes and shapes with wire management. List Price: $2550; quantity pricing available. Huston & Co., 888-869-6370, www.hustonandcompany.com
A sparkling choice Height-adjustable from 21½" to 31½", the Interchange™ Open Front Diamond Desks can be reconfigured to suit any space. Choose from a variety of bright laminate desktop colors and T-mold edge colors, all available with or without a sturdy welded steel book box. Greenguard certified; carries a five-year warranty. List Price: $184.15 and up. Smith System, 800-328-1061, www.smithsystem.com; also available from Brodart Library Supplies & Furnishings, 888-820-4377, www.shopbrodart.com
A dark star Featuring a 1¼"-thick solid wood top in the species of your choice and a chrome base, the Star Café Table measures 30"h x 30" across. Shown here in black walnut. Also available in custom sizes. List Price: $585; quantity pricing available. Huston & Co., 888-869-6370, www.hustonandcompany.com
TECH SERVICES
Try it out first Developed to address library funding issues, the Technology Subscription Program enables libraries to to use 3M RFID, self-service, security, and automated materials handling equipment and also get service, support, and upgrades. List Price: Call for price. 3M Library Systems, 800-328-0067, www.3m.com/us/library
WORKSTATIONS
Roving reference The TotaLibra® Mobile Reference Desk’s small scale and casters make it easy to relocate. Available in mixed materials and finishes, with the desk in both standing and sitting heights. Mobile Pedestal File available with a cushion seat top. List Price: Call for price. DEMCO Interiors, 800-747-7561, www.demcointeriors.com
Take your positionThe Abridge Four-Position Computer Station lets four people share a table without workspace overlap. A minimal superstructure provides the opportunity to work collaboratively. Available in square or octagon work surface designs. List Price: Call for price. Brodart Contract Furniture, 888-521-1884, www.brodartfurniture.com
Swanky study In the Hampton Media Center, Hampton banquettes accommodate group study with the addition of metal base tables and whiteboards or television screens. Both the curved and straight banquettes can be covered in fabric, backed in veneers or high-pressure laminate. List Price: Call for price. Agati, 312-829-1977, www.agati.com
Ample room Give patrons a dedicated computer workspace with Sierra™ Multiuser Workstations. They can be configured against a wall for three users or in a circular configuration for six. A pinwheel design provides enough surface area for open books along with computers. CPU holders are located at the side for increased legroom. Offered in oak or maple with a wide range of available surface colors. List Price: $3,635. Gaylord, 800-448-6160, www.gaylord.com
Learning hot spot Constructed of beech veneer, the Dragon Land Computer Workstation has four sitting height positions from 10¼" high to 13¼" high and wire management through side-routed holes. List Price: $1,799.99. Gressco, 800-345-3480, www.gresscoltd.com; also available from DEMCO, 800-356-1200, www.demco.com
The search is over The standing height St. Croix™ End-of-Range OPAC Stations feature thick work surfaces and bump-resistant vinyl trim for durability. With cable grommets and a natural oak finish. List Price: $340. Gaylord, 800-448-6160, www.gaylord.com
The end Add a computer, reference materials, or workspace with the Abridge End-of-Range Workstation. The add-on station attaches easily and can be used to complement existing end panels. List Price: Call for price. Brodart Contract Furniture, 888-521-1884, www.brodartfurniture.com
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