This section is similar in format to the preceding one except that the options are not explored for advantages and disadvantages.
Rubber banding does not seem to be a packaging method. It does not protect the item in any way except for keeping a book from opening; something that should not happen if they are being handled appropriately. They also can damage items they are placed on or damage other items by becoming caught on them. It is unclear why one would “package” an item with rubber bands. Similarly, paper banding is not really a packaging option.
Sent on behalf of the Preservation Standards and Practices Committee, ALCTS-PARS
The Illinois Library Delivery service uses an excellent option that does not seem to be listed. They use a weather resistant padded zippered nylon bag that fully protects materials during shipping. I would rank this option very high on the list. If this is what “reusable plastic/nylon bags” are then it would be helpful to elaborate for clarity. These bags also vary in price significantly.
Consider expanding on the value of reusing materials. For example a $20 bag that is used 100 times costs $.20 per-use making it competitive or less expensive than almost any other option available. The bags Illinois uses can be used multiple hundreds of times before wearing out reducing the per-use cost even more. |
