http://www.archivalmethods.com/product/cd-dvd-sleeves
You might try these - they mention also having cd storage kits and boxes they fit into.
Allison
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Allison A. Smith
Archivist, Wisconsin Public Radio
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From: Association for Recorded Sound Discussion List [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Martin Fisher
Sent: Wednesday, November 06, 2013 11:11 AM
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Subject: [ARSCLIST] Maximizing CD Storage Space
Hi Guys,
We currently have something on the order of 15,000 CDs are faced with space problems like the majority on this list. The issue is maximizing shelf space while keeping the physical objects easily accessible. We file CDs by label and catalogue number.
Right now we have ours in the standard issue jewel cases, one deep on shelves vertically with the spine turned out like normal LP storage. This lends itself to easy incorporation of new product, with some shifting, but requires lots of shelf space.
I've heard some have a preference for standing vertical in boxes placed on shelves with box ends labeled and facing outward which allows more product on the shelves. The big drawbacks are the lack of easy browsing and incorporation of new product without considerable attention to shifting.
Your thoughts on these practices and other suggestions are welcome.
The second issue would have to do with the physical packaging of the CD and related artwork. At this point, I'd like to get some thoughts on doing away with ONLY the standard, generic, nondescript single and multiple CD jewel cases while retaining and storing ALL related artwork in a nonmutilated state. Anything else including Box Sets and nonstandard packaging such as cardboard jacketed and digipack type housing would be kept in its original form with the addition of an inventory sticker.
Standard jewel cases are fragile, bulky and take up loads of space. There are several available alternatives available including the Jewel Sleeve and Disc Sox.
Jewel Sleeves are currently made exclusively from polyvinylchloride or PVC......
PVC BAD!!
Disc Sox are currently being manufactured using polypropylene......
Polypropylene good??
Again, any thoughts on these two products or alternatives would be welcome.
Best! :-)
Martin Fisher
Center for Popular Music
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