Archival Storage Vaults

archival vaults

Temperature and Humidity Controlled Archival Storage Vaults are designed for the permanent preservation of valuable photographic records, film, papers, rare books and artwork.

Without control of these variables, degradation, both physically and chemically will occur over time. In addition to these, the air quality of the storage space must be controlled to eliminate damaging pollutants and oxidants. Outdoor makeup air should also be introduced to the storage vault to purge any off-gassing chemicals from the collection itself. The pollutants, oxidants and off-gassing chemicals can be controlled effectively using a combination of activated carbon and various other chemicals which are impregnated onto a filter matrix. Temperature and humidity levels that are to be controlled will vary depending on the media being stored.

For scientific and research uses, we also design and manufacture environmental test chambers.