| Abstract: | SUMMARY. To establish suitable quality control mechanisms by which mass deacidification systems can be evaluated and compared, general guidelines are necessary by which programmes for deacidification can be formulated. A nondestructive analytical technique is presented, which might prove to be an accurate tool for the evaluation of the effectiveness of the mass deacidification process. The results from investigating five commercial processes between 2002-2003 are presented. Furhermore a basic model for working logistics is given according to which institutions may develop their treatment and working structure
CONCLUSION. To optimize deacidification programmes, and improve deacidification process technology, preservation personnel (in collaboration with provider) should: develop standards for treatment goals; develop selection criteria for collection materials; define quality standard for the effectiveness of deacidification to be achieved; develop evaluation criteria for acceptable/unacceptable treatment side effects; develop guidelines for testing and documentation of deacidification treatment; create infrastructure within the institution to handle and monitor collections before and after travel to the deacidification provider; intensify working relationship with deacidification provider |
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