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Digitisation
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Scripti offers a full suite of services dedicated to the Digitisation of heritage collections. We transform fragile physical materials into secure digital formats, preserving the rich detail and enabling enhanced searchability and manageability of these precious assets, for cemeteries, crematoria, private collections, historic houses and museums.
State of the art equipment
We use the latest Zeutschel technology, trusted by the British Library and National Archive, for top-quality results. Overhead scanners enable us to scan items up to A1 including manuscripts, registers, maps, plans, archive collections, volume paper, minute books, catalogues, photograph collections, letters, rolls, parchment, and index cards. Our specialist team is expert in handling even the most fragile, aged records.
Processing benefits
A pedal-operated glass panel and adjustable cradles configured for spine thickness, enable each page to be flattened safely, ensuring image clarity whilst protecting the record from excessive pressure. This technology also offers advanced post-processing software enabling files to be reformatted, renumbered and renamed with ease.
Our Digitisation services
High quality scanning of historical burial records for cemeteries and crematoria.
Specialist scanning of even the most fragile maps and plans, made from paper, velum or cloth, in all size.
Digitisation of sensitive information and data which needs to be kept, removing the need for physical storage.
Bespoke scanning of bound books for public organisations or private individuals.
Digitisation of photographic memories for private and public collections.
Scanning of local authority meeting minutes for town and parish councils.
Scanning of manuscripts with historic value which may be fragile or printed on unusual substrates such as wax and hide.
Scanning of art catalogues to create a digital archive more widely accessible to the general public.
Scanning and indexing of volume paper files according to client-specific archival and asset management requirements.
The digitisation of archives including letters and photographs to create high-quality accessible digital records.
The digitisation of rolls and parchments which may require careful handling and cleaning due to age and fragility.
Scanning and processing cards to client’s metadata requirements, retaining original order and collection integrity.
Related case studies
At Scripti we are fortunate to have been retained by over 400 local authorities and chosen by many other prestigious UK clients to manage digitisation projects for them. Here are a few examples…
Frequently asked questions about Digitisation
We specialise in scanning a wide range of records, including historical documents, municipal records, photographs, maps, and archival materials. Our services are fully customised to meet the specific needs of local authorities and heritage organisations.
We use state-of-the-art scanning equipment and follow industry best practices to ensure the integrity of your records. Our experienced technicians handle each document with care, using appropriate techniques to minimise any damage to your items.
Our digitisation process includes:
- Assessment of records and project scope
- Preparation of documents for scanning
- High-quality scanning using specialist equipment
- Quality control checks to ensure accuracy
- Metadata creation and indexing for easy retrieval
- Secure delivery of digital files
Metadata is descriptive information that provides context about the records, such as titles, dates, authors, and keywords. It is crucial for organising, searching, and retrieving digital files efficiently, making it easier for users to locate specific documents.
We take confidentiality very seriously. Our team adheres to strict privacy protocols and complies with relevant regulations. Sensitive records are handled with extra care and can be scanned in secure environments to ensure their protection if required.
We can deliver scanned records in various formats, including PDF, TIFF, JPEG, and more, depending on your needs. We also offer options for searchable text (OCR) to enhance accessibility.
Most of our clients prefer digital records to be delivered to them via secure cloud storage or external hard drive. Let us know if you’d prefer an alternative method and we’ll do our best to accommodate. We prioritise secure and efficient delivery to ensure you have easy access to your digital files
Absolutely! We understand that every organisation has unique requirements. We work closely with you to customise our scanning and metadata processes to best fit your needs and objectives.
Turnaround times vary depending on the volume and complexity of your records and requirements. After assessing your project, we will let you know when you can expect your archive to be returned. If you require different times please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate.
We implement strict security protocols, including secure transportation of documents and restricted access to sensitive records.
Simply contact us through our website, by email or by phone. We will schedule an initial consultation to discuss your requirements, assess your records, and develop a tailored plan to suit your needs. Once you have approved the plan we can get started!
