A request for info or assistance, please I am currently writing a proposal to begin databasing and curating the alcohol collections which will entail creation of computer-generated labels. As experiments have proven laser printer ink tends to flake off labels stored in alcohol (EtOH specifically tested), thus I am seeking alternatives. I have come up with the possiblity of usin g a dot-matrix printer with archival ink (no lubricants) on Tyvek, a polyethylene-based "fabric/paper" from Du Pont. Tyvek appears to be a curator's dream (archivally stable, won't discolor, and takes printer inks and Pigma pen ink like a charm). Is anyone out there using this for labels or other purposes? Does it suit your needs well and are you happy with it? I have received samples and info from Du Pont, so it's time to do my own preliminary testing. I'll be happy to pass on the info to anyone who would care for it. Comments? Questions? Karen J. Kroslowitz phone: 808-848-4118 Natural Sciences, Malacology fax: 808-841-8968 Bernice P. Bishop Museum [log in to unmask]