When Is Destructive Scanning Suitable for Published Books?
Destructive scanning can be practical for modern published books when the owner does not need the physical binding preserved.
Loose pages can be processed efficiently after approved preparation. This is most appropriate where the physical book has limited value or a replacement is available.
Destructive 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
Modern textbooks
Considered within the specialist workflow for this type of bound material.
Duplicate books
Considered within the specialist workflow for this type of bound material.
Office manuals
Considered within the specialist workflow for this type of bound material.
Replaceable reference books
Considered within the specialist workflow for this type of bound material.
Large published runs
Considered within the specialist workflow for this type of bound material.
Approved unbinding projects
Considered within the specialist workflow for this type of bound material.
Key considerations
- Modern textbooks
- Duplicate books
- Office manuals
- Replaceable reference books
- Large published runs
- Approved unbinding projects
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.