Published Book Scanning Services
Digitising modern and historic published books for access, research, search and preservation.
Published books range from paperbacks and hardbacks to academic, technical and illustrated volumes. The correct method depends on the book and intended output.
Published book scanning
The right method depends on the physical construction, condition and purpose of the book. Non-destructive capture keeps significant originals intact; destructive capture can be appropriate for approved modern production work.
Types of material covered
Published books
Considered within the specialist workflow for this type of bound material.
Out-of-print books
Considered within the specialist workflow for this type of bound material.
Academic books
Considered within the specialist workflow for this type of bound material.
Technical manuals
Considered within the specialist workflow for this type of bound material.
Reference books
Considered within the specialist workflow for this type of bound material.
Duplicate copies
Considered within the specialist workflow for this type of bound material.
Key considerations
- Published books
- Out-of-print books
- Academic books
- Technical manuals
- Reference books
- Duplicate copies
Need advice on a book or bound collection?
Oxford Duplication Centre can advise on the safest and most appropriate method for published, heritage, family and archival books.