15% SALE on CD/DVD Archival Storage Products

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Recently Frame Destination, Inc. added a new line of CD/DVD storage products to help reduce data loss on CD/DVD’s. For the month of August’07 only, TPF members can use the following coupon for 15% off on these products. On the checkout page use the promotional code:TPFCDAS07

CD's and DVD's are a very convenient for backing up your photo's but unfortunately CD's and DVD's can fade and become unreadable. Typical life expectancy of a CD is only 2-20 years depending on the usage and storage. It turns out they are susceptible to airborne pollutants and light. Archivalware Storage Systems with Corrosion Intercept Technology can increase the lifespan of discs by 40 years or more. Ozone and reactive oxygen can cause the metal layer of the CD/DVD to break down and oxidize. Frame Destination, Inc. added this product line for our customers, many of whom are professional photographers. 8-CD pages combined with 3-ring album are great for storing collections of CD's. The CD/DVD storage pockets with adhesive backs are great for storing digital copies of photographs in the back of a print album sold to a customer. The CD/DVD angle flap storage pockets are convenient for storing individual discs. We also carry Jewel Case inserts which can be used to make a standard CD/DVD jewel case archival and this product is available in 100-packs.

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Here is a link to an extensive study of CD archival storage with
corrosion intercept technology performed by Jonathan Farley, Senior
Conservator at the Royal Botanic Gardens:

CD-Insert Test Report

I was surprised by his findings on the jewel cases. Here is quote from his summary on page 17 of the report:

"The most deleterious factor in the CD's environment which will
contribute to its decay is the Jewel Case in which it is supplied. Acid
off gassing as a result of poorly chosen materials in the products'
packaging can reduce the longevity of a CD to decades rather than the
centuries predicted by most manufacturers…As a consequence, unless
Jewel Cases undergo a radical redesign, the presence of deleterious
plasticizers will be continued requirement, and a continued threat to
the longevity of CDs. Not one commercial CD manufacturer will admit
publicly that their CDs are manufactured from decayable materials which
can be affected from deleterious factors in their immediate environment.
As a consequence of this, many packaging manufacturers pay little, or no
attention to their choice of materials."

Cheers,
Mark

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Recent press release about the product we have on sale for TPF members:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

CONTACT:
Mark Rogers
Frame Destination, Inc.
13715 Floyd Circle
Dallas, TX 75243
http://www.FrameDestination.com
info@framedestination.com
1-877-5FRAMES (372637)

Prevent CD/DVD Rot/Corrosion/Bronzing with New Archival Products Available at Frame Destination. Inc.

August 9, 2007 – Dallas, TX – Frame Destination, Inc is carrying a new line of CD/DVD archival storage products that prevent CD/DVD Rot and Corrosion using technology developed by Lucent Bell Labs. Corrosion Intercept® Technology can extend the life of compact discs from 40-120 years according to testing done by Lucent Bell Labs. ArchivalWare® CD/DVD storage products manufactured by University Product, Inc. help protect them from the 4 primary mechanisms causing data loss: Ozone (oxidation of the Aluminum reflective layer), UV Light, Biological damage (fungus and bacterial growth), and ESD (electrostatic discharge), thereby providing the best prevention of disc rot available today.

Corrosion Intercept® is a revolutionary, patented technology which uses semi-conductor technology to transform plastic into a protective reactive barrier against corrosive gases, fungus and bacteria. It is comprised of highly reactive copper particles bonded into a polymer matrix. This matrix film forms a preferential corrosion site that reacts and neutralizes all corrosive gases that pass through or come in contact with the film.

Ozone and reactive oxygen causes the aluminum layer on the CD/DVD to break down. When aluminum in a thin film oxidizes it becomes clear and unable to reflect the laser pulse attempting to read the disc. ArchivalWare® and Corrosion Intercept® protects against this failure. The permanent neutralization of corrosive gasses also prevents fungus and bacterial growth. The unique designs of the ArchivalWare® CD Preservers allow full visibility of the face of the CD/DVD while protecting the data side of the disc. The clear film which is UV protected will not lift images from the face of laser or inkjet produced labels.

This unique and convenient storage system assures you the maximum protection technology currently offers. Jewel inserts help protect CD/DVD’s from the out gassing of the CD Jewel case itself. ArchivalWare® 8-CD Page Storage Pages and Albums featuring slipcases allow manufacturer recommended vertical storage with additional light/dust protection. You can find more information on these products by visiting:
http://www.framedestination.com/prod...egoryid=stcddv

Frame Destination caters to digital photographers providing archival storage products to protect everything from digital images on CD/DVDs to final photographic prints for storage in boxes to display in museum quality picture frames. For photo and digital prints we offer print sleeves, clear bags, and storage boxes for protection, storage and scrapbooking of photo prints. We also specialize in museum quality archival picture frames for fine-art photography in standard and digital sizes such as 8.5x11, 8x12, 13x19, 11x17, 16x24, and soon 17x25. We offer acid-free framing components such as mats, mount board, glass, acrylic, Plexiglas and mounting supplies like Lineco hinging tape and photo frame corners.

For information: Log onto www.FrameDestination.com; email: info@framedestination.com or call toll-free 1-877-5FRAMES.

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I recently updated our website with a Guide for CD/DVD Care, Handling and Storage from the National Institute of Standards and Technology's special publication of the care and handling of Cds and DVDs

Cheers, Mark

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