Microfiche Conversion
Microfiche Conversion Services
Microfiche conversion is the process of scanning microfiche to electronic format such as TIFF - A type of computer file used for storing pictures, these can be full color, grayscale or black and white. A multipage TIFF file can contain many pages in a single file., JPG - JPEG's is a single page per file image format that is popular among graphic designers and web designers it is advised to use this format if you're scanning colour images for presentation purposes., PDF - PDF is a very popular multipage file format that is used ny many companies because it can be opened by almost anybody using free software most people already have on their computers., PDF Searchable - PDF Seachable is a type of PDF that has been processed using OCR so that its content can be searched.. Our microfiche conversion service bureau can scan and convert any type of microfiche data and stored them into highly organised digital files so they can be viewed, printed, or shared from any computer.
Microfiche Conversion Process
Our microfiche scanning and conversion services include same or next day collection of the microfiche from the client's premises, no matter which part of the country they are located. If preferred, microfiche's can also be posted or delivered to us. Our microfiche conversion bureau offers a high quality microfiche scanning and conversion service nationwide with a proven track record of excellent turn-around times.
Once collected or delivered, our microfiche conversion bureau scans and produces sample images in order to verify the scanning quality, we then discuss the initial conversion process, format, and any indexing requirements with our client. Once the preliminary microfiche conversion sampling process has been completed, the microfiche conversion process begins, which is of course based on the discussed and agreed parameters with our client. Depending on the size of the project and microfiche conversion volume, our microfiche conversion bureau issue's converted CDs or DVDs in batches - this is to ensure a smooth transition is made from the conversion process to the end product with all the files being verified and checked accordingly.
Microfiche Conversion Quality Control
Quality control is at the essence of our operations - our microfiche conversion services have been accredited and certified by the BS EN 9001:2000 quality control procedures. Our microfiche scanning and conversion bureau carry out all projects (large or small) using the latest, state-of-the-art microfiche scanning and conversion scanners. Our staffs are highly trained and have the expertise to scan, capture and convert all different types of microfiche to whatever format required.
Microfiche Scanning Credits
Our microfiche conversion bureau has been awarded with many large conversion projects from various government departments and large blue chip companies, to medium sized enterprises and private individuals. By completing an array of large and small conversion projects and handling various types of microfiche, microfilm and aperture cards we are proud to have developed invaluable experience, knowledge and the confidence to successfully complete any type of scanning and conversion project.
Microfiche Conversion Benefits
Microfiche conversion to electronic format offers endless benefits, the table below outlines the advantages of converting microfiche into digital files.
Microfiche vs Microfiche Converted Digital Files
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MICROFICHE |
MICROFICHE CONVERTED DIGITAL FILES |
A microfiche image can only be viewed using a microfiche viewer. This is a costly piece of equipment which has now almost been phased out as it is known for it's unreliability and difficulty to maintain. |
A digital file converted from a microfiche simply requires a PC or laptop. |
If any information held on a microfiche needs to be presented in hard copy format, a Microfiche Reader Printer is needed, which like the Microfiche Viewer is not the most cheap or reliable option. |
With a digital file, the required document can be printed on any standard printer attached to the PC or laptop. |
Unless there are copies of the microfiche available, a microfiche can only be viewed or utilised by one user at a time |
With a digital file, you can simply e-mail or allow shared access to various users. |
The typical search time for retrieving information from a microfiche is between 10-20 minutes. |
Searching on a digital file significantly reduces the retrieval time to an impressive 3-5 seconds. |
Analysing, assessing or creating reports from a Microfiche would not only be difficult but in some cases impossible. |
Undertaking the exact same task from a digital file would not only be always possible, but also accurate and less time consuming |
The above table illustrates only a handful of microfiche conversion advantages which can be gained from using digital files over microfiche images. Up until the early 90's, microfiche and microfilm were regularly used as the traditional archiving and information storage method. However, since the evolution of the computer and the latest scanning technology, digital files have taken over the microfiche as it undoubtedly offers better quality, value for money and most importantly for today's environment quick and easy to use.
MICROFICHE CONVERSION ADVISORS
If you wish to have your microfiche converted to digital files, please feel free to contact our microfiche conversion advisors on 0161 832 7991.
Our advisors will be more than happy to provide quotes, samples and advise our clients on any type of microfiche conversion project.
