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1. Archival ink red 2. Institute of Conservator-Restorers Ireland - Biennial Conference Call for Papers 3. Extended call for papers: ICON Stained Glass Group Conference 2026 in York UK 4. Reminder: Survey on Collaboration Between Archivists and Conservators 5. RE: Adhesive for ethafoam? ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1.From: Imke Neels Posted: Thursday June 4, 2026 8:43 AM Subject: Archival ink red Message: Hello Colleagues, I am looking for red waterproof ink to label our toxic books. Each book in our special collection has a paper strip with a barcode and signature and we want to mark the paper strips wit a colored stamp. A green stamp to show it is XRF tested and a red stamp to mark the toxic books. We have tried Ranger Archival ink 'Red geranium' and 'Postbox red', but neither is waterproof. Even after letting the stamp dry for several days the ink bleeds. 'Emerald green' (appropriate name;)) and 'Cut grass Green' ink from the same brand don't bleed. I also tried 'Scarlet Flame red from StazOn, Tsukineko, a solvent-based ink and it's not archival quality. The ink is waterproof and dries quickly, but it seeps through to the back of the paper. Who can help me with a tip or experience regarding red archival ink? Thanks, Imke Book conservator Kb, National library of the Netherlands ------------------------------ Imke Neels Book Conservator KB, National Library of the Netherlands The Hague [email protected] ------------------------------ 2.From: Bethany Skuce Posted: Thursday June 4, 2026 11:18 AM Subject: Institute of Conservator-Restorers Ireland - Biennial Conference Call for Papers Message: Hello, ICRI is delighted to announce our biennial conference theme and our call for abstracts is now open. Please circulate the attached flyer with further theme details along with the abstract submission form to your colleagues and wider network who may be interested. Best wishes, ------------------------------ Bethany Skuce Conservator National Museums Northern Ireland Holywood United Kingdom ------------------------------ 3.From: Adelheid Hansen Posted: Thursday June 4, 2026 12:20 PM Subject: Extended call for papers: ICON Stained Glass Group Conference 2026 in York UK Message: Data, Damage, and Decision-Making: The Next Era of Stained Glass Conservation We are officially inviting proposals for our 2026 conference in York (10th–11th October). As we look toward the next generation, we want to explore how our field is evolving. In an era of rapid technological shifts, environmental changes, and global instability, how do we ensure our stained glass heritage survives and thrives? We encourage proposals from anyone involved or interested in stained glass conservation, at any stage of their career. We are especially keen on novel approaches, new techniques and underrepresented topics, including but not limited to: - The Future of the Craft: Working within an "endangered" craft and ensuring long-term viability. - Technology & Innovation: How digital tools and new materials are reshaping our decision-making. - Global Challenges: Responding to a globalised world and the impact of climate change/extreme weather on heritage glass. - Problem Solving: Current challenges and how we can mitigate them for the future. Submission Details: Format: Abstract for a 15–20 minute talk. Length: Max 300 words (including title and main talking points). File Type: .docx or .pdf. How to Apply: Email your proposal to [email protected]. Key Dates: Deadline for Submissions: 30th June 2026 Conference Dates: 10th–11th October 2026 Location: The Hospitium, York Whether you're a student, an early-career practitioner, or a seasoned pro, we want to hear your voice! Help us shape the next era of stained glass conservation. Questions? Email the Icon Stained Glass Group committee at [email protected] ------------------------------ Adelheid Hansen Glass and Ceramics Conservator [email protected] United Kingdom ------------------------------ 4.From: Laura McCann Posted: Thursday June 4, 2026 10:46 PM Subject: Reminder: Survey on Collaboration Between Archivists and Conservators Message: Dear colleagues, This is a friendly reminder that our survey on modes of collaboration and communication between archivists and conservators is open for three more weeks. The survey is available to anyone over 18 years of age who works in the United States as an archivist or a conservator. If you choose to participate, you will be asked to answer approximately 25 multiple choice questions with optional short answers, which should take no more than 15 minutes to complete. Please do not include any information in your response that could be used to identify you. Informed consent and survey are available at this link: https://nyu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3LefJzuaPOoBCpo <https://nyu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3LefJzuaPOoBCpo>. With thanks, Weatherly Stephan and Laura McCann New York University Libraries ------------------------------ Laura McCann Director NYU Libraries, Barbara Goldsmith Preservation & Conservation Department Brooklyn United States ------------------------------ 5.From: Andrew Leonard Posted: Thursday June 4, 2026 10:47 PM Subject: RE: Adhesive for ethafoam? Message: Hello Tara, If you have access to Klucel-G, we now use a concentration of 8-10% in ethanol for long term preservation enclosures that use Ethafoam and blue corrugated, and other paper stocks. Through our testing of variant options and concentrations, this worked the best. You may want to score the smooth face of the Ethafoam first, and/or rough up the corrugated. I'm intrigued by Mark's suggestion of Techbond 240, which I will investigate for this purpose. I use 3M low-melt glue for temporary exhibition mounts. 3M 415 tape will fail after not too long. Good luck, Andrew Andrew C. Leonard (he/his) Conservation Technician for Exhibitions | Weissman Preservation Center <http://library.harvard.edu/preservation/special-collections> Harvard Library <https://library.harvard.edu/> | 90 Mt. Auburn Street, Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 998-5464 | [email protected] <[email protected]> ------------------------------ Andrew C. Leonard (he/his) Conservation Technician for Exhibitions | Weissman Preservation Center Harvard Library | 90 Mt. Auburn Street, Cambridge, MA 02138 (617) 998-5464 | [email protected] ------------------------------ ------------------------------------------- Original Message: Sent: 05-26-2026 10:56 From: Tara Kennedy Subject: Adhesive for ethafoam? Dear Colleagues- What are conservators using nowadays to adhere ethafoam to corrugate board that is safe for permanent storage? All of the hot low temp melt adhesives do not pass Oddy and I am looking for something that can be used outside of a lab setting easily. I can use PVA if I need to, but was hoping for other solutions. Thanks so much for your suggestions and recommendations in advance, Tara ------------------------------ ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Tara D. Kennedy Head, Preventive Conservation Yale Center for Library Preservation and Conservation New Haven, CT National Heritage Responder (NHR) Co-Chair of the NHR Working Group Health and Safety Network Member ------------------------------ You are subscribed to "Global Conservation Forum (ConsDistList)" as [email protected]. To change your subscriptions, go to http://community.culturalheritage.org/preferences?section=Subscriptions. To unsubscribe from this community discussion, go to https://community.culturalheritage.org/HigherLogic/eGroups/Unsubscribe.aspx?UserKey=d16eaa87-0f69-494b-9f2f-303dbc1222e1&sKey=fab9aa4f27a04c5d876e&GroupKey=757a8f16-505f-4323-8e74-e376757aa9f7.
