Purpose,
description, and use
protect and address item(s) to requesting institution. Group together
multiple items going to same institution.
Courier bags are re-usable bags for shipping materials between
institutions. They are used only for Summit Borrowing, and not for InterLibrary
Loan, internal campus deliveries or other purposes. Each bag is made of heavy,
10 oz. nylon sometimes called "Cordura", and has a top zipper and an
inside-entry clear window for holding the label. Alliance currently has three
sizes of courier bag: small, 12 x 14; large, 14 x 18; and extra large, with box
bottom, 17 x 20. Caution: do not exceed maximum allowed weight per bag: 35 lbs.
Packing
See Packing
items into courier bags for tips on efficiently packing the bags and
reducing item damage.
Supply
Design: Alliance, in consultation with OBC
Production: Alliance will order additional bags, as needed, generally
not more than once a year.
Local supply: To avoid running out of bags, consider keeping a large sign (such as laminated page or cardboard) toward the bottom of the pile of bags, at least a day's worth from the bottom, warning to round up bags from other work areas or request more from the list. (see Bag shortages, below)
Dirty or damaged
bags
Dirty window? Please try to clean it, first with water or soap
and water. If using a cleaning product, test first; some chemicals damage and
scratch the plastic so it's not longer clear and read-through. The brand "un-du"
works well for removing dirt, ink, and adhesive, and does not damage the
plastic. Dirty bag? contact Alliance office. Damaged? contact Alliance office;
Alliance arranges for bag repairs.
Temporary bag
shortages
consult with Summit Borrowing institution rep.; if you need to request Summit Borrowing bags, send a note
on the Summit circ email list
requesting bags, and specify which size is needed. Bags tend to pool up at some
sites; when you notice that you are accumulating more than you need, please help
disperse the supply by sending some to other libraries: fold them in half and
insert into daily shipments. (If you are needing brown ILL-InterLibrary Loan bags, send a note to the Courier email list)
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