Processing of Library Materials

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Introduction

Library materials need to be physically prepared and will go through processing so that they can be located, used, and returned to the library. Each item in the library must go through physical processing before items can be shelved and then circulated from the library. This include the the applicant of barcodes, seal, property stamps, laminate, security strips. Technical Services Division is handling processing of library materials received which include printed, non-printed materials and serials. Some example of those materials are as follows;

Type of collections Example
Printed Materials Monograph, Maps, Poster, Brochure, Pamphlet, Photo, Painting, Drawing
Non-Printed Materials Audio, Video, Multimedia Kit, Vinyl, CD-ROM, DVD
Serials Magazines, Newspapers, Annual Report, Journal


They are two processing guidelines for library materials such as below:

i. Processing of book (for printed materials)

  • Processing after received the library materials from supplier

1. Placement of Security Strip or 3M Tattle-Tape for Books
2. Sealing of Library Logo/Property
3. Place barcode based on 3M barcode template and Protect with "Filmomatt Free" at designated areas.
3. Date of Acceptance Stamp
4. Generating Material Processing Form

  • Processing done by Cataloguing Unit

1. Print and label call number for book spine.
5. Differentiating placement of call number for thick or small size book spine.
6. Aligning accurately the call number using angled L at the book spine.
7. Book with jacket to be wrapped using transparent plastic wrapper (Neschen AG) or Filmomatt libre for non jacket book.

ii. Processing of Compact disc (for non-printed materials)

1. Place barcode based on 3M barcode template at designated areas.
2. Place call number using L shape template on the CD cover with Filmomatt libre.

iii. Material Processing Form (MPF)
1. Completing Material Processing Form.