PACCIN Forum

Discuss materials and methods used for packing artwork for moving and storage; share tips and experiences from the field.

Talk about crating design, construction and materials, as well as internal padding strategies and custom crating solutions.

Discuss methods of shipping and storing crates, crate inventory management, courier issues.

Submit questions or tips on the tools, hardware and techniques used in artwork handling and installation.

Talk about methods, concerns and equipment used in the rigging of heavy art objects.

Converse about techniques, materials and theories of making object mounts for both seismic and security concerns.

Confer on archival methods and materials used in framing artwork.

Discuss lighting technology used in the display of artwork, as well as aesthetics and archival concerns.

Discussions about database management, insurance, coordination of shipping and couriers, condition reporting, and more.

Talk about general conservation practices such as Oddy testing, microenvironments, preventive conservation, and integrated pest management.

Discuss issues such as short and long term art and object storage, collections storage systems, seismic safety solutions for art and object storage.

Chat about preparatory concerns surrounding the artwork; gallery remediation (construction, painting), case fabrication, project management, personnel safety, etc.

Review, inquire and make recommendations about books, periodicals and articles concerning our profession.

Talk about photography and video equipment, techniques and applications; issues with digital images, their transfer and storage, and in collections documentation; other computer and technology subjects.

Confer about affiliate organizations (AAM, ICEFAT, etc) and their programs and activities, and discuss professional training opportunities that are available.

Post job opportunities or announce your availability. Important! See the “Read First” post inside this topic before posting.

Introduce yourself and chat about everything else (travel, movies, music, hobbies, etc), but please avoid sensitive topics (politics, religion, moral issues, etc) that can compromise conviviality.

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