It is possible to have the map scanned in sections, then laser printed and
mounted.
This would give you the option of not disturbing the original and, making
corrections on the copy (ie. it is possible to erase tears, increase
definition/contrast).  The procedure is not that expensive these days, and a
good company can provide some interesting options in mounting.

K. Linda Tzang
Museum Assistant
West Vancouver Museum & Archives
-----Original Message-----
From: Barbara Batson <[log in to unmask]>
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To: [log in to unmask] <[log in to unmask]>
Date: November 3, 1998 12:21 PM
Subject: Security


>Dear Museum-Lers:
>
>Does anyone know the trade name of a type of motion
>detector that sounds if a patron leans over a barrier or
>gets too close to an object on display?
>
>Also, we are planning a map exhibition for next April, and
>one of the maps is rather large (63 inches high by 95
>inches long).  One group wants to either frame the map or
>enclosed it in mylar.  Another group has suggested hanging
>it with a pole through loops at the top, similar to the
>method used for hanging quilts and large flat textiles.
> Any suggestions?
>
>Thanks.
>
>Barbara C. Batson
>Exhibitions Coordinator
>The Library of Virginia
>