Pre printed Disc shields are an option, especially if you opt for the kind with the imbedded 3M strips for security. The cover the entire art side of the disc so you do not have to worry about throwing the disc off balance, and in this case can serve three functions: Security from theft, IDing your discs as the ones you checked out, and providing protection to the delicate art layer of the DVD. In my old position we used these for the entire collection. Even if you did not have the preprinting, if your entire collection has been covered by disc shields, it is unlikely that some one else would also disc shield a dummy disc to return.regards, jhs
>>> <[email protected]> 05/09/13 9:22 AM >>> Dear List We are interested in safeguarding our DVD collection more effectively. We have noticed that some of our DVD’s have been dubiously returned by patrons as the authenticated copy that we loaned them. In these few instances we were unfortunately unable to definitively prove to the contrary. It has been suggested that we purchase some type of label to be placed on the DVD directly so that it indicates ownership by Queens College. I think this would be an excellent measure as long as it does not compromise the integrity of the DVD in anyway. Since I am unaware of the most appropriate type of labels we should acquire, I was wondering if this list could help us out. Thank you very much for your help. Lisa Flanzraich Media and Reference Librarian Benjamin S. Rosenthal Library Queens College Room 344 718-997-3673
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