Thursday, 20th June 2013

Physical Processing for Books: Pasting Call Number Label followed by Transparent Sheet at Bibliographic Services Division (BSD)

Call Number Labels, Transparent Sheets, and Paper Guide

The call number labels used in the physical processing are sized 2.5 cm x 3.8 cm per piece and the transparent sheets used are 5.3 cm x 7 cm per piece. In order to standardize the location of the labels on the books, ruler-like paper guides are made by BSD to help with the pasting process. The materials used to make the guides are thick paper and cellophane tape. The dimension of the measuring tapes is 1 x 7 inch with a cut of 0.5 x 2 inch at the centre.

How to do?

First, we have to match the call number from the title page, and place the label 1 inch above the bottom of the book spine as measured using the paper guide. There are some points we need to take note of: make sure that the labels are pasted straight at the book spine; maximize the visibility of the call number label on the book spine even if the books are thin; do not cover any important information found on the book spine; for those books with two book covers, use two labels instead.

Next, we are required to paste a transparent sheet on top of the label for protection purpose. To achieve the purpose, we need to ensure that the transparent sheet is pasted in correct position such that it has fully covered the call number label.

TOUR TO ADML (ART DESIGN AND MEDIA LIBRARY)  

I was brought to visit ADML where I have the opportunity to see various collections of books, audio visual materials and fabrics. Large ADM books are arranged from A to Z and are specially put on a shelf with various sizes. The fabrics are categorised  as valvet, shear, patterns, loose fabrics, upholstery and Leather can be found in a cabinet where the users are able to access. In addition, ADML also provides various facilities and services such as computers, cinema room, printing and photocopy services etc.