Dear Pam,
I understand that you are really want to use these bar codes. Why? There is no need for that.
Just think about some objects have the barcodes on it, some in the files. This might cause confusions.
Next: You are using not only barcode labels, but also protectors. Which one? Have they been tested with the adhesive?
I repeat: There is not need for that. It is costly, not faster and causes more problems than the usual methods...
CMS
"Pamela Silvestri" <[log in to unmask]> schrieb:
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> Thanks Christian,
>
> I've decided that, if I use bar codes at all, most of them will not go on
> the objects, but on the file folder with the accessions record and condition
> report. I can use barcode label protectors to prevent (or attempt to) some of
> the issues you refer to. I'm getting REAL close to working this out while
> learning of all the issues here. Feels good to be making some progress!
>
> Pam
>
> In a message dated 8/21/2005 7:36:11 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time,
> [log in to unmask] writes:
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> Dear Pam,
> I agree absolutely with Michael Bogle. Barcodes are made for the everyday
> supermarket use or short term transportation purposes but not for museum
> documentation. The adhesives are unknown and not longterm tested, would in most
> cases affect the object, and the stickers sooner or later will fall off. Imagine
> the trouble.
> But why using barcode systems at all? Do we always have to do what is
> technically possible?Don't we all have exciting new documentary programs, short
> inventory numbers and gorgeous search functions?
> And there is another reason not to use barcode systems: If you go the next
> time to your local supermarket, just watch how often the barcode labelling
> does not work (being scratched or placed on an uneven surface). In this
> situation, people at the cash try again and again and than type the price manually.
> So this proves that the barcode system is not faster than just typing into the
> computer "P2590" (i.e. a Painting, inventory no. 2590). More is not needed
> and useful because the year of accession will be stored separately.
>
> Best wishes
>
>
> Christian
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> Pamela Silvestri, Museum Assistant
> Northeast States Civilian Conservation Corps Museum
> Shenipsit State Forest
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> Stafford Springs, Connecticut 06076
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