200 pages
8.5" x 11"
Softcover
ISBN-13: 978-0-8389-0994-2
Year Published: 2010
AP Categories: A, C, E, G, I
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The task of moving collections of books and other
materials can be overwhelming as library facilities
evolve to reflect changing demographics and use
patterns. Author and experienced mover Steven Carl
Fortriede has everything you need to get the job done
quickly and efficiently with step-by-step directions,
diagrams, spreadsheets, and photos. Readers will learn
- How to plan a library move
- Which method is best for a particular situation
- How to recruit and train workers
- What tools and supplies are needed
Everything you need for the move is included—even
specifications for boxes, moving carts, sorting trays,
and a worksheet to calculate shelving layouts and
growth rates. Moving Your Library is the complete
kit for any librarian facing the daunting prospect
of moving a library collection.
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Table of Contents
Preface Part I: Planning Chapter 1 Overview of a Move Chapter 2 Planning the Process Chapter 3 Selecting a Method Chapter 4 Measuring the Collection and Designing the Shelving Layout Chapter 5 Interfiling and Dividing Collections Chapter 6 Recruiting and Training Move Workers Chapter 7 Assembling Tools and Supplies Chapter 8 Preparing the Workspaces Chapter 9 The Other Move Part II: Moving Chapter 10 Preparing to Move Chapter 11 Moving with Carts Chapter 12 Moving with Boxes Chapter 13 Balancing the Move Chapter 14 Moving Microforms Chapter 15 Special Situations Chapter 16 Finishing Up Appendixes A Specifications for Boxes B Specifications for Move Carts and Sorting Trays C Worksheet to Calculate Shelving Layout and Growth Rates D Signage E Sample Request for Quotes for an Office Move Index
About the Author
Steven Carl Fortriede retired as associate director of the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne, Indiana, after more than forty years in the library profession. Fortriede received a BS in education from Ball State University and an MLS from Western Michigan University in 1971. A year later he was assigned, rather abruptly, to move his first library. Since that time he has directed, or consulted for, more than twenty moves for libraries ranging from a few thousand to nearly four million items. He has also been responsible for many space planning and library design projects.
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