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Silica GelSilica Gel by Raymond H. Lafontaine provides information on the use of silica gel, how it controls RH, and how it is conditioned for use and maintained. Specific topics dealt with include: the problems of display case leakage, how silica gel fulfills the requirements of a humidity buffering agent, and the maintenance of a silica gel buffered display case.
Silica Gel $10.00
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Yellow Sticky TrapsYellow Sticky Traps, known as blunder traps, monitor areas for insect infestations. Put them near insect-susceptible collections, but where collections, visitors and staff won't accidentally get stuck. These traps will not lure insects from other areas - they do not have an attractant. Collect monthly and keep a chart of results.
Floor trap $3.99
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Window Trap for flying insects $1.89
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Tangletrap Insect Trap CoatingTangletrap Insect Trap CoatingTangletrap Insect Trap Coating for making homemade sticky traps and Pest barriers. Insect barriers help block access to an area by placing a sticky barrier across the access point. For example, to stop insect coming in under emergency exits, cut a strip of Formica 2 inches wide and the length of the door frame. Put a layer of Tangletrap on it and lay it along the threshold. It will catch most things crawling under the door.
Paste - 5 oz. tube $4.39
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Liquid - 8 oz. can with brush cap $5.59
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Controlling Vertebrate Pests in Museums CoverControlling Vertebrate Pests in Museums by Thomas J.K. Strang and John E. Dawson examines the detrimental affect that rodents have on museum collections. Vertebrate animals can soil or destroy artifacts. Prompt identification of the pest and the use of suitable methods to control it are essential. In most cases, non-chemical methods can be used to control vertebrate pests in museums; chemical methods are also discussed.
Controlling Vertebrate
Pests in Museums
$10.00
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Controlling Museum Fungal Problems Cover
Controlling Museum Fungal Problems by Thomas J.K. Strang and John E. Dawson provides guidance on identifying a fungal problem, fungal problems in wood outdoors, and controlling fungi.
Controlling Museum Fungal Problems $10.00
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Solving Museum Insect Problems: Chemical ControlSolving Museum Insect Problems: Chemical Control by John E. Dawson and revised by Thomas J.K. Strang is intended to help museum staff understand commercial pest control operations. It describes chemical methods of controlling insects, and includes information on regulations, modes of action, and application methods necessary for the safe use of insecticides. A detailed guide helps in decision-making about the appropriate chemical method of control.
Solving Museum Insect
Problems: Chemical Control
$19.00
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Courses we recommend:




MS104: An Introduction to Collections Preservation
              Jan 11 - Feb 5, 2010
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              Price: $475     [Add to Cart]   [View Cart]
              Instructor: Helen Alten


MS210: Integrated Pest Management for Museums, Libraries and Archives
              Mar 1 - Apr 9, 2010
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              Price: $475     [Add to Cart]   [View Cart]
              Instructor: Gretchen Anderson


MS211: Preservation Environments
              Apr 26 - May 21, 2010
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              Price: $475     [Add to Cart]   [View Cart]
              Instructor: Ernest A. Conrad




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