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The 2024 Modern Library Awards (MLAs) is proud to announce its review scores from participating companies in this special supplement
to Library Products & Services News. The MLAs are an unbiased program recognizing the elite products and services that serve thelibrary industry. Companies provided concise write-ups of their products/services and submitted them for review. These were then sentout to the LibraryWorks readership — librarians in public, academic, K-12, and special libraries — who then submitted their reviews on
a 1-10 scoring system. Each judge had to have had experience with the product or service, and each participating company also had toprovide four references of library placements to submit their forms. The LibraryWorks staff had no influence on the scoring.
Awards were based on the following scores:
6.5 – 7.4 Silver | 7.5 – 8.4 Gold | 8.5 – 10.0 Platinum | Highest Overall Scores – Product of the Year and Service of the YearThe 2024 roster of honorees includes:

Product of the Year:CoLibrì USA | Book Covering Machine
and Book Covers

Service of the Year:
Library Systems & Services | LS&S
Managed Services

Platinum Awards:“Don't hesitate! Buy this machine!
I wish I had done so sooner.”
MLA Librarian Judgecolibriusa.com

sales@colibriusa.com

CoLibri USA@colibriusa

AWE Learning | AfterSchool Edge™
Platinum
AWE Learning | Bilingual Spanish Early
Literacy Station Platinum*Biblionix | Apollo
Book Systems, Inc. | Atriuum Integrated
Library System (ILS)
BookBrowse | BookBrowse for Libraries
BookPage | BookPage*Brainfuse | Brainfuse’s HelpNow Virtual
Learning SystemcollectionHQ | collectionHQ
Communico | Attend
Communico | Broadcast
Communico | Connect
Communico | Reserve
COMPanion Corporation | Alexandria
Library Management Software
Comprise Technologies | Smart Access
Manager (SAM)
Comprise Technologies | SmartALEC
Mobile Printing -PLUS
Conversight.ai | myLIBROThe Crowley Company | Crowley
Digitization Services
The Crowley Company | Mekel MACHSeries Microfilm Scanners
The Crowley Company | Zeutschel
ScanStudio Cultural Heritage Scanner
D-Tech International USA LLC | holdIT
EBSCO Information Services | EBSCO
LearningExpress PrepSTEP® for HighSchools
e-ImageData Corp | ScanPro® All-In-One™
Gale, part of Cengage Group | Gale
Presents: Excel Adult High School
Gale, part of Cengage Group | Gale
Presents: Udemy
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Gale, part of Cengage Group | Youth
Large Print from Thorndike Press
Hiveclass | Hiveclass - Digital
Encyclopedia
Innovative, part of Clarivate | Innovative
Resource Sharing (INN-Reach)
Innovative, part of Clarivate | Mobile
Worklists
Innovative, part of Clarivate | Vega
Discover
LaptopsAnytime | Automated Laptop(and Tablet and Portable 110V Power
Charger) Dispensing Checkout Kiosks
LEID Products | SmartAxess™ Electronic
Library Locker Systems
Library Bound Inc. | Web Application
and Proprietary Ordering Platform
Library Market | LibraryCalendar
LibraryIQ | LibraryIQ
LocalHop | Community Calendars
Mackin | MackinVIA
Media Flex OPALS | OPALS
Meescan Inc. | Meescan Self-Checkout
Mitinet Inc. | BestMARC Metadata
Management Software
Niche Academy | Niche Academy
NoveList, a division of EBSCO
Information Services | Core Collection
en Español
NoveList, a division of EBSCO
Information Services | LibraryAware
OpenAthens | OpenAthens
Overton & Associates, LLC | LibraryMoving Consultants
Patron Point, Inc. | Patron Point
Playaway Products | Wonderbook ReadAlong
Rittenhouse | R2 Digital Library
ScannX, Inc. | ScannX Book ScanCenter
ScannX, Inc. | ScannX Overhead Scanner2500 and 2800V
ScannX, Inc. | Zeutschel OS C2 andZeutschel OS 16000 Comfort Scanners
ScannX, Inc. | Zeutschel OS15000
Comfort Scanner*SenSource, Inc. | SenSource Intelligent
Imaging People Counters
Spacesaver Interiors | Innovative Library
Storage Solutions*ST Imaging | ViewScan Microfilm ScannerTaylor & Francis Group | CHEMnetBASE
Taylor & Francis Group | History of
Feminism
Taylor & Francis Group | Sustainable
Development Goals Online (SDGO)
Taylor & Francis Group | Taylor & Francis
eBooksTech Logic | baseCAMP: Central
Automation Management Portal
TLC - The Library Corporation |ITS•MARC
TLC - The Library Corporation |Library•Solution for Schools
Today’s Business Solutions, Inc. | ePrintIT
Today’s Business Solutions, Inc. |MyPC with EasyBooking & PaperCutfor Computer Reservation & Print
Management
Today’s Business Solutions, Inc. |ScanEZ Scan Station
Today’s Business Solutions, Inc. | TBSKiosk
Transparent Language, Inc. |Transparent Language Online
Tutor.com | Tutor.com

Gold Awards:
AWE Learning | Early Literacy Station™
Platinum
Comprise Technologies | Smart Kiosk
Payment Center - PLUS
Comprise Technologies | Smart Money
Manager POS PLUS - NEW BROWSERBASED EDITION!
Comprise Technologies | SmartPAY
The Crowley Company | Crowley
UScan+ Advanced Universal Film
Scanner
EBSCO Information Services | Flipster
Digital Magazines
FE Technologies | Live Scanning Wand
Innovative, part of Clarivate | Polaris

Silver Awards:
Communico | Schedule*10-Year Platinum Honoree

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to build a new library system (aswe did) or reimagine and innovate
their current system (especiallyto integrate it with private sector
downtown retail).”anol, extracted from sugar
cane, which makes them
the first book covers in theworld to be made of I’M
GREEN™ plastic.

CoLibrì USA
BOOK COVERING MACHINE AND
BOOK COVERSE-Leonardo and E-Da Vinci are our two
book covering machines which are efficient, compact, and portable. They are
the secret to easily covering large quantities of books, wrinkle and bubble-free.
The machine senses, checks, lowers,
welds, trims, and rises again with thesimple touch of a button.
We also have book covers that are
durable and non-toxic, made with 100%
recyclable plastic. They are made fromtransparent, 3.5 mil or 4.7 mil thickgreen polyethylene produced from eth-

HEAR FROM THE
JUDGES:“This is an incredible
timesaver! That far
outweighs the cost.
The customer service
is the best in the industry. I do nothesitate to recommend this productat all.”“The CoLibrì book covering systemprovides simplicity and customization simultaneously. Fitting a coverto any sized book becomes an exercise in effectiveness for the operator including my library assistants
who practically climb over eachother to be the one to cover new
books with CoLibrì. When we start-

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ed using the system, I contacted
the folks at CoLibrì. They scheduled
a time for a video meeting where
they walked us through how to
operate CoLibrì. The representative
was friendly, confident, and thorough so that we were able to use
the CoLibrì successfully immediately. Their support and sales teams
genuinely help with any questions
we had as operators and purchasers. I highly recommend CoLibrì.”More information

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Dear Reader,
I hope you enjoy the 2024 Modern Library Awards special edition and that you take advantage of the outstanding products and services offered by these respected companies. Our entire team would like to thank all judges and applicants
who made the 2024 program such a success. Your enthusiasm and encouragement kept us going through another very
busy award season and we were overwhelmed by the positive response.
Congratulations to the following judges who were randomly drawn to win a $25 Amazon gift card: David W., Floyce T.,
Ashley K., Daniel M., Isabel L., Lisa D., Elizabeth S., Beth W., Jane B., Zackery G., Roland F., and Bethany F.
If you are a librarian and are interested in acting as a judge for the 2025 Modern Library Awards, please email thefollowing information to jenny@libraryworks.com: name, title, email address, and library name. If you have a productor service that you would like to enter in the 2025 Modern Library Awards, please email the following information to
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Products that were entered in the 2024 Modern Library Awards are eligible to be entered into the 2025 program.
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Jenny

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LS&S MANAGED SERVICES
As one of the nation’s largest systems of
public libraries, Library Systems and Services (LS&S) delivers library excellence.
A trusted partner to communities acrossthe country for over four decades, LS&S
provides an alternative service delivery
model that maximizes library value anddrives efficiency, yielding significant
benefits for all stakeholders. LS&S
collaborates with communities to create
exceptional library services backed by
the support and strength of library andinformation professionals with expertiseand current, everyday experience. Asa valued partner to public and federal
libraries and information centers of all
sizes, LS&S focuses on developing a
one-of-a-kind managed services plan tostrategically address each library’s challenges and enhance services to meetand exceed patron and community
needs. By emphasizing stronger libraryservice at a lower cost and meetingcurrent and future library needs, LS&S
drives real impact to communities.
HEAR FROM THE JUDGES:“This is without a doubt the best
vendor myself or my Director evercontracted with. They were incredibly informative when we evaluatedthe option, and they have been
great in running our library eversince. They found a great director
and great staff who are well supported by their central office. It is a
LibraryWorks.com“LS&S provides a really unique setof solutions in the space of libraryservices. They’ve worked really hardto listen, adapt, and continuallydevelop new services to address
the needs and challenges of thosestriving to provide high-quality library services to their communities.
They are excellent partners and thequality of their services is deservingof this type of recognition.”
More informationno access to the World Wide Web.
Content is delivered on colorful backgrounds with subject-based interfaces
for each of the STREAM subject areas.
The wide variety of interactive content will keep kids engaged, and mostimportantly, learning. Educational titles
include handwriting (including cursive),e-books (fiction, non-fiction, and poetry), coding, social-emotional learningand so much more. With ASE Platinum
you can add-on additional bundles tooffer more titles on one workstation.
AfterSchool Edge Platinum is available
as an all-in-one touchscreen desktop
with a colored keyboard, AWE Learning
mouse pad, and child-friendly mouse; itis also available on a tablet.
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AWE Learning

AWE Learning

AFTERSCHOOL EDGE™ PLATINUM
The AfterSchool Edge™ Platinum (ASE
Platinum), for ages 6-12, delivers 85+
award-winning, pre-loaded educational
software titles directly on the workstation. With no internet required, theAfterSchool Edge provides the library’s
elementary-age learners a safe learning
environment on a digital platform. All
content is STREAM-aligned (Science,
Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art
and Music, and Math). ASE Platinum isplug-and-play, with little or no interaction from the library staff. The librarystaff will be confident that kids arelearning and not accessing inappropriate content on the internet, as there is

BILINGUAL SPANISH EARLY LITERACYSTATION PLATINUM
The Bilingual Spanish Early Literacy Station Platinum (BLS Platinum),
for ages 2-8, offers content in both
English and Spanish as well as somedual-language programs. BLS Platinum
is perfect for English Language Learners (ELLs) working on improving theirEnglish language fluency. BLS Platinum
delivers more than 85+ award-winning,
pre-loaded educational software titles
directly on the workstation. With nointernet required, the library can offer
their youngest learners a safe learning
environment on a digital platform. All
content is STREAM-aligned (Science,
Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art
and Music, and Math).
BLS Platinum is plug-and-play, eliminating any need to involve the IT team,and all technical support is handled
directly by AWE Learning. Content isdelivered on colorful backgrounds withsubject-based interfaces for each of the
STREAM subject areas. The wide variety
of interactive content will keep kids

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Educational titles include handwriting,e-books (fiction and non-fiction), coding,and so much more. With BLS Platinum
you can add on additional bundles tooffer more titles on one workstation.
Bilingual Spanish Literacy Station Platinum is available as an all-in-one touchscreen desktop with a colored keyboard,
AWE Learning mouse pad, and child-friendly mouse; it is also available on a tablet.
More information

querying add to the magic.
Interested libraries begin their exploration of Apollo with a free trial withall of their data; at no cost or commitment. They get to see everything as it
will be in a real migration and can still
use their current system, unaffected. It’s
simply the best way to evaluate a new
system and side-step surprises.
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Best Support, and Easiest to Do Business With.
Discover the advantages today by
joining the thousands of libraries thathave chosen or switched to Atriuum.
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BookBrowse

HEAR FROM THE JUDGES:“I run the book club at our libraryand have personally used thiswebsite for discussion questions
and to find books that other bookclubs and readers have used.
Great product!”More information

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Biblionix

APOLLOThe Apollo® ILS/LSP continues to help
customers reach new heights. Apollo was designed from the start to be
cloud-based in a multi-tenant environment. That’s state-of-the-art architecture. As Marshall Breeding stated“Apollo stands apart as a public librarysystem delivered by a modern multitenant platform...”Also in the clouds are Apollo’s accolades:• Product of the Year from Modern
Library Awards for 2016 and 2017
• Top of the charts in Breeding’s
Perceptions surveys for over 10
straight years, to the present• Modern Library Awards, Platinum
Award 2015, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021,
2022, 2023, 2024
• An extraordinary customer retention
rate of over 99% over 13 years. And
half of those who left have come back!
• Apollo is solely for public libraries.
That’s a promise we’ve made to ourcustomers. There are no schools orcolleges that use Apollo.
Groundbreaking capabilities arenormal with Apollo, like FlexShare™
ad-hoc resource sharing / consortia andGabbie® 2-way texting with commands.
Then there’s Reserve Express®, where
patrons subscribe to their favorite authors, media, and series. Plus, a “Kids’
Catalog,” faceted searching, and SQL

ATRIUUM INTEGRATED LIBRARYSYSTEM (ILS)
Atriuum is a testament to over 30+ yearsof expert technology supporting public,
K-12, academic, and special libraries.
Atriuum enhances catalogs of all sizes,
streamlines circulation processes, andfosters a strong patron community.
Gallery, our newest OPAC interface,provides a dynamic search tool designed to captivate users with engaging
content, while also producing the mostuseful results. Whether using a supported browser or the Librista™ app,patrons enjoy unlimited access to thelibrary and their accounts.
Our modern, responsive design allows
users to access our interface seamlessly
from multiple device types, providing
flexibility in day-to-day operations. Atriuum empowers patrons with public-facing features such as renewals, reserves,
watch lists, and push notifications.
Atriuum supports a variety of third-party
integrations, such as Content Enrichment, eBooks, RFID, Self-Check, Student Information Systems, Time / Print
Management, ILL, and more.
Our track record of offering a
cost-effective solution without compromising on features, or a dedicatedtechnical support staff, sets us apartfrom other providers.
Book Systems and Atriuum received
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BOOKBROWSE FOR LIBRARIESBookBrowse for Libraries is a highly
curated book discovery and collection
development resource featuring thebest in 21st century fiction and nonfiction — perfect for librarians, book clubmembers, and all those who read toexpand their horizons.
Exceptional books do more thanentertain, they also engage and enlighten and make us step outside ofourselves. BookBrowse seeks out andrecommends only the best and gives
readers the information they need todecide which books are just right forthem, including reviews, handpicked
read-alikes for thousands of books andauthors, browsing by genre and 100+
themes (including setting and time
period), previews of notable books
publishing soon, “beyond the book” articles, a twice-monthly e-mag; and deep
resources for book groups including
online discussions, advice, and 1,800+
discussion guides.
Library Integration Includes:• Website and patron newsletter
branded for the library• Apps for the library’s website, e.g., tosearch for read-alikes• Links from each book page to therelevant search result in the library’s
OPAC• Direct links to any BookBrowse pageso patrons can start browsing therelevant resource with one click• Graphics and custom links forwebsites, newsletters and social media
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BOOKPAGE
BookPage is a monthly print and digitalpublication that highlights the best new
books in all genres, providing expertly
curated reading recommendations andengaging editorial content for libraries toshare with patrons. Libraries value BookPage for providing readers’ advisory,
informing book purchasing, and increasing circulation and patron engagement.
Subscriptions include access to special
tools such as the Advance Title List to assist with ordering, Social Media Kit, andmonthly assets to help promote eachissue both in the library and online.
More information

Brainfuse

BRAINFUSE’S HELPNOW VIRTUALLEARNING SYSTEM
Brainfuse’s HelpNow Virtual Learning
System is an award winning onLibraryWorks.com

line tutoring and study suite which
is backed by an industry-leading
academic team, and over 4,000
Brainfuse-certified tutors nationwide.
HelpNow offers patrons of all ages
state-aligned one-to-one tutoring,intensive writing assistance, targetedskills building, test preparation, and afull line of collaborative learning andself-study tools.
• Field-Tested Tutoring: Brainfuse is in
3,000+ public libraries throughout
North America, representing a service
population of over 150 million. Ourclients include the California State
Library, the New York Public Library,
the Houston Public Library, and theChicago Public Library.
• Beyond Homework Help: HelpNow
provides the most comprehensive
range of academic services available
among online tutoring platforms.
• High-Quality Tutors: All Brainfuse
tutors have 4-year college degrees
and undergo a rigorous selection andtraining process.
• State-Aligned Services: All online
tutoring, skills lessons, and practicetests are aligned to State andCommon Core Standards.
We are one of the most experienced
tutoring companies in North America,
having completed over 20 million oneto-one online tutoring sessions since1999. We are committed to providing
quality academic support and continually meet student needs through innovative features and services.
More informationcollectionHQ• Target spending where it is neededmost.
• Monitor and improve collection
performance.
collectionHQ enables librarians to
adopt an efficient, data-driven workflowthat supports each step of the collection
development process, from selection tocollection management. collectionHQ
is made up of four “modules” which
include the following unique features:
Select:• Evidence-based spending plans andbudgeting tools.
• Discovery tools to reveal what is
circulating in other libraries on a local,
regional, and national level.
Manage:• Collection Management Action Plans
help staff to pinpoint material in theircollection to be moved, replaced, ordiscarded.
• Insight provided by collectionHQ isreal time.
Promote:• Top Charts help to create eyecatching displays.
• Marketing experiments can be
conducted and measured to evaluate
the potential success of new titles,
collections, or position of collectionsin the library.
Evaluate:• Dashboard enables collectionHQ
customers to monitor how collections
are performing at a glance.
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Analysis helps to improve therepresentation of diverse populations
in library collections.
More information

COLLECTIONHQ
collectionHQ is the original andaward-winning data analytics platform
for libraries.
Created by librarians for librarians,
collectionHQ is used by library professionals worldwide to:• Do more with ILS data thanks to easyto-use action plans.
• Free up time from labor intensive tasks.
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CommunicoCommunicoCommunico

ATTEND
Attend has been built from the ground
up to provide everything libraries needfor the management and promotion of
their programs and events and all controlled by staff from an intuitive cloudbased control panel.
Registered, series, and private events
are all easily created and managed on theplatform with features such as auto-waitlists, group registration, custom questions,
ILS authentication, and text / email notifications. Attend also has built in mediation,
allowing for events to be approved bymanagers prior to publication.
Upon publishing, the event is added tothe event listing and has its own unique
webpage dynamically built by the platform. The pages are indexed by searchengines, as is the calendar. Customers
and staff can create beautiful, custom brochures that can be filtered and subscribedto so customers can see the information
they desire on their own schedule.
Attend is also fully integrated within Reserve, our room booking andasset management module, making
it quick and easy to associate rooms
and reserve library assets for programs
and avoid double-bookings. Virtualand hybrid events are also effortlessly
created and managed with our built-in
integration with Zoom. Attend is also
integrated with the other Communicomodules making it easy to promote
your programs and events on your website, digital signage, self-serve kiosks,
and customer-facing app.
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BROADCAST
Broadcast is Communico’s digital
signage solution. Broadcast is hardware
agnostic, so libraries can utilize a host of
cost-effective solutions to display amazing, customized shows on an unlimited
number of screens in a single branch
and throughout all locations. Creatingshows is incredibly easy using Communico’s intuitive, user friendly interface
and staff can control which users haveaccess to create and modify shows using the granular permission levels.
Broadcast is fully integrated within theCommunico ecosystem, so you can utilize our dynamic widgets to display upcoming events or room bookings down
to a branch level and create reusable
content that can be simultaneously displayed on your digital signage, website,
customer app and self-serve kiosks. You
can also easily add videos and import
images from tools like Canva to create
beautiful slides.
Broadcast also allows you to create“smart shows” which allow you to insert
both location specific slides as well as
system-wide information all into a single
manageable show. The screen knows
what location it’s in, so library customers
are never shown information that isn’t
relevant. You can insert additional slides
into your regular shows with specific startand end dates letting you display content
such as special holiday hours without
needing to remember to go back into thecontrol panel to remove them.
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CONNECT
Connect is Communico’s customer-facing
mobile app for iOS and Android. Connect provides your customers a smooth,easy-to-navigate experience packed withnew features using your own library’s
unique branding, look, and feel. Connect
allows you to curate your services, items,
and resources to promote your offerings
and truly put the entire library in the
pocket of the customer.
Connect fully integrates with your ILS
to allow customers to sign up for a card,
browse your catalog for both physical and digital content, place holds,
checkout items, and renew items. It also
includes a self-checkout option so thecustomer can utilize their own device
to check out materials. Connect is also
the only fully integrated library app on
the market today that allows customers
to download and read eBooks from the
major suppliers all within the library’s
own app.
Connect seamlessly integrates with
Communico’s Attend, Reserve, andSchedule modules providing a single,
unified tool for customers to see all their
ILS related items as well as manage
their event registrations, room reservations, and upcoming appointments.
Connect also offers push notifications
to customers for transactional reminders such as holds ready for pick up or
upcoming reservations and the library
can also send global and branch level
notifications for incidents such as weather closures.
More informationLIVEONLINETUTORING
With Brainfuse HelpNow, you canhelp your community memberswith award-winning services
including:• staying on track withstate-aligned, one-to-one skills
building and homework help
tutoring sessions• becoming more confident
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RESERVE
Easily manage, market, and mediate
your library’s study and meeting rooms.
Reserve is Communico’s versatile,
elegant, and comprehensive solution forroom booking and asset management.
Staff can reserve rooms and equipment
as they create programs and events andcustomers can make reservations fromyour website, customer app, self-serve
kiosks, and/or tablets within branch.
Reserve is versatile - you decide therooms, the hours, and duration both staff
and patrons can make reservations for,if you charge, if you want to mediate,
and the number of reservations a user orgroup can make in a given period.
Our room basket feature allows
customers to make multiple room
reservations in one booking and receive
email and text confirmations as well
as reminders. At any time, patrons canview their upcoming reservations online
and, if allowed, cancel online.
For staff, access can be very granularand limited to specific branch locations
and user levels. Every data point in
Reserve is reportable using our customizable report builder. Reserve integrates
with Zoom for virtual room reservations,
our Broadcast module to create room
booking tablets, Connect to allow customers to manage bookings from theirlibrary branded app, and with smart
locks so patrons may reserve and accessrooms without needing staff assistance.
More information

COMPanion Corporation

Comprise Technologies

ALEXANDRIA LIBRARY
MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE
Alexandria™ Library Automation builds
and promotes library advocacy, making
your library the heart of the learning
experience by focusing on 4 key areas:
Equitable Access, Discoverability andEngagement, 3rd-Party Integrations, andAdoption and Support. This exclusive
solution puts more resources in yourstudents’ hands, delivers a true one-sizefits-me experience, increases engagement and circulation, and puts more timein your hands to focus on what mattersmost, improving student outcomes.
Alexandria™ is more than just librarycirculation software. It is a tool that helps
connect educators to students, andstudents to curriculum. Alexandria will
maximize the investment you have madein your collection in the following ways:• Equitable Access and Delivery - allpatrons have equal access to theresources your library has to offer,
regardless of age, ability, learning
style, technology limitations, etc.
• Engagement and Discoverability –tools and interfaces designed to help
patrons of all ages and grade levels
discover what they need.
• Partnerships and Integrations –connect various EdTech solutions tosave time and leverage resources.
• Adoption and Success Fidelity – ourcommitment to your success isapparent in all of the resources weprovide from monthly webinars to our
24/7 live customer support.

SMART ACCESS MANAGER (SAM)
Smart Access Manager (SAM) has beena cornerstone solution for libraries
managing public-access computers forover 25 years. SAM’s fully integrated
and comprehensive functionality offers
the necessary tools to empower patrons
while liberating library staff. SAM works
in the background and offers librarystaff a configurable and efficient way tomanage PCs for time and print. It alsoenables PC web reservation and boasts
an easy print release / cost management solution. SAM’s new welcome
screen supports library event announcements while at the same time connecting patrons to resources, and othercommunity engagements. SAM offers
all of this in multiple languages as well!
SAM’s web-based architecture supports
centralized management for a spectrumof library settings whether choosing a
local server model or Comprise new
Managed Hosted Service! SAM Printing
converts all print jobs to PDF format,
eliminating dependence on local print
drivers and enables patrons to preview
before printing. SAM also supports
multiple payment options. Choose from
SAM’s account-based system utilizing
patrons’ existing library card numbers.
Pair this up with a Smart Kiosk payment
center or have SAM support free printing with daily page limits. SAM is aneasy-to-use solution for public PC andprint management.
In an exciting new Comprise innovation SAM now works in a Chromebook
environment. SAM Chromium supports
all the most widely used features of
SAM for Windows! SAM Chromium isdesigned for in-library use or at-homelaptop checkout.
More information

Your library will feel truly limitless!
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catalog, schedule time for pickups
and services, and much more directly
through the app.
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The Crowley Company

excellent end-to-end customer service. We appreciate their competitive prices, their skill when working
with our unique materials, and theirflexibility with timelines.”More information

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SMARTALEC MOBILE PRINTING -PLUS
The Comprise SmartALEC mobile printing solution supports mobile printing
from patron devices. Using a library card
number to sign in validates the importance of library services while creating aunique identifier for retrieval of patron
print jobs. Guests without a librarycard can use their own email addressand create their own pin. SmartALEC
features both an APP and web portal
to upload print jobs to SmartALEC’s
secure cloud service. We also offer easy
ways to print a web page by pasting
and uploading a “URL” which is thenconverted to a PDF to print. Patrons
can also link their “GOOGLE” Drive
accounts for easy upload of documents,
or just forward their email attachment toa specific SmartALEC email for printing.
Patrons can upload a job from anywhere, go to any branch and use theircredentials to download and release theprint job from the SmartALEC secure
cloud service.
Many libraries are using SmartALEC
for remote printing with curbside pickup
for patron convenience service. Since
SmartALEC is hosted by Comprise there
is no need to worry about capacity.
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MYLIBRO
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CROWLEY DIGITIZATION SERVICES
Digital resources have become an evenmore pivotal necessity for libraries andeducational communities. For morethan 40 years, The Crowley Company
has served the imaging needs of librarians and archivists by preserving andcapturing legal documents, genealogy
research, photos, newspapers, maps,
books, microfilm, and other still media.
Crowley’s Digitization Services teamhas been helping libraries keep theircommunities digitally connected tovaluable still media research and special
collection materials through high-quality, efficient customizable scanning services. This has attributed to increasing
the preservation of still media and public or private access to digital images.
Crowley is the only firm in the industry
that manufactures, distributes, and uses
its scanners in-house and supports them
globally. This unique ability to embrace
the full life cycle of digitization services
allows the Crowley team of professionals to understand, accept, adapt,
foresee, and react to any collection
digitization challenge.
For digitization projects requiring image
quality expertise, diverse media knowledge, and production efficiency, Crowley’s Digitization Services division offers
the customized digital capture of archives
and records at our facility or at the on-site
location. Whatever the media, scan need,or capture challenge, Crowley makes
digitization convenient for you.
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MEKEL MACH-SERIES MICROFILMSCANNERS
Starting with theworld’s first production-level microfilm
scanner in 1981,
Mekel Technology
has led the micrographics digitization
field for 33 years.
Manufactured by
The Crowley Company, the Mekel MACH-Series Microfilm
Scanners - which includes the MACH5,
MACH10, MACH12 and MACH Mini
Film - have become the industry standard for microfilm capture in libraries,
archives, and other recordkeeping
institutions around the world.
The Mekel MACH-Series scanners offer
high-performance microfilm scanningwith enhanced features such as scanningspeeds up to 1600 images per minute,vertically aligned film transport for enhanced stability, superior image quality(including 3-star FADGI capability), highspeed rewind, and up to 750 dpi true
optical resolution for optimal production.
Ideal for libraries and archives, theMekel’s operate using QuantumScan
and QuantumProcess software which
ensures fast and accurate image captureand easy editing, eliminating the needfor rescans and simplifying the digitization process from job set-up to final
image output.
HEAR FROM THE JUDGES:“I have experience with personally using other scanners made bycompetitors for use in microfilm
and microfiche digitization. By far
The Crowley Company’s Mekel
MACH-Series Microfilm scanners
plus the related QuantumScan and
QuantumProcess software are themost intuitive and easy to use.”
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ZEUTSCHEL SCANSTUDIO CULTURALHERITAGE SCANNER
The Zeutschel
ScanStudiocultural heritage
scanner offers
an all-in-one
graphic art andflexible multimedia digitization
station for libraries, archives,and museums with diverse collections
and media types.
The ScanStudio has proven to be ahighly effective and efficient scan system for reflective media (such as maps,
prints, rare books, dimensional objects,
and blueprints) and transmissive media(all photographic materials including
glass plate negatives, film negatives,
daguerreotypes, and more).
With a user-friendly modular universal
capture system, the ScanStudio contains
a 100 or 150-megapixel digital backcamera, a precision (one-second time)
shutter, interchangeable lenses and an
adjustable ErgoLED lighting system tomeet the highest standards of quality. The ScanStudio is also ergonomic
friendly to allow maximum productivity
for FADGI-capable requirements of up
to 4 stars.
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library media outside of your library’s
opening hours and can be positioned
either inside or outside. The versatility
and durability of the range unlocks endless possibilities for libraries looking toextend their reach within communities
and provide patrons with a convenient,seamless library experience.
How does holdIT work?
The holdIT automated self-service
reservations kiosk has a live connection
to the library’s ILS via SIP2. It allows
library staff to remotely allocate lockers
with reserved items such as books via
its client application. By simply scanning the item(s) using the holdIT client
application, an empty locker is allocatedbased on the patron’s preferences, suchas accessibility needs.
Once loaded, the user accesses theiritems by scanning their user card and collecting their items from the correct locker.
D-Tech’s holdIT range is established and installed at libraries acrossthe United States leading the way in
next-generation library technology andbringing libraries closer to the heart ofour communities.
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improve core academic skills (English,
math, science, and social studies);
score higher on ACT®, SAT®, and AP®
exams; acquire basic computer skills;
search for colleges and scholarships;
explore careers; and prepare for the
ASVAB (military) and occupational certification exams. PrepSTEP also includes
tutorials to help students develop
organizational strategies, information
literacy, and other essential skills. The
newly added keyboarding tutorial isdesigned for students who want to learn
to type or increase their typing speed
and accuracy. PrepSTEP’s new Amazon
Web Services (AWS) Training Center
offers a suite of courses for students
interested in becoming developers. In
addition, educators can use these learning resources to support instruction in awide range of subject areas. PrepSTEP
comes in Common Core, Non-Common
Core, and Canadian versions and iscompatible with Blackboard, Canvas,
Schoology, and Brightspace learning
management systems.
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HOLDIT
D-Tech’s holdIT lockers are cutting-edge
automated self-service reservation kiosks which facilitate extended opening
hours, capabilities, and the overall service provision of your library - a securesolution available 24/7.
The holdIT range delivers the ideal
solution for lending books and other
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EBSCO LEARNINGEXPRESSPREPSTEP® FOR HIGH SCHOOLS
Whether they are planning to attend
college, join the military, or enter theworkforce, students can achieve theirgoals using PrepSTEP for High Schools.
This comprehensive, e-learning platform
features eight targeted learning centers
containing practice tests, self-directed
tutorials, microlessons, guided courses,
e-books, articles, and flashcards. These
tools are designed to help students

SCANPRO® ALL-IN-ONE™
e-ImageData’s ScanPro® All-In-One™
microfilm scanner is a leading digitalsolution for libraries around the world
and the only desktop conversion scannerof its kind on the market today. With
the All-In-One, users are able to convert
entire microfilm collections and perform
on-demand records retrieval all withinin one unit – and all for a price tag that
doesn’t cost tens of thousands of dollars.
The All-In-One conversion scanner
is built on the ScanPro platform firstdeveloped in 2006 and has been continually improved on ensuring the latest
technologies. Today, the scanner is fast,easy to use and has features and capabilities not found on any other microfilm
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working with microfilm enjoyable andfun. Names like the “magic button” andthe “must have feature” reflect patronappreciation for the continual effort torevolutionizing the way people workwith microfilm.
The All-In-One offers an exclusive
yearly membership that allows users
advanced software features like AUTO-Scan™ Pro that scans up to 100 images per minute, the ability to auto-adjust each scan for proper brightness,
OCR software that provides the ability
to save scans in many file formats and
OCR while scanning and linking directly
to a database for information lookups.
Being a member grants one full accessto new features, performance enhancements, and continuous product warranty– making the ScanPro All-In-One the only
scanner customers will ever have to buy.
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Gale, part of Cengage GroupFor non-native English speakers, there
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Excel High School is accredited by
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High School has also been granted
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GALE PRESENTS: EXCEL ADULTHIGH SCHOOL
Gale Presents: Excel Adult High School
is a 21.5-credit online high school
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libraries to offer accredited high school
diplomas to adults who wish to prepare
for entry into the workforce, further theircareers, or attend college.
The curriculum is aligned to national
standards and offers more than 100
core academic, elective, and college-level courses. The intuitive online
platform offers 24/7 access, allowing
adult students to fit their studies into abusy work / life schedule.
The program is self-paced and can becompleted in 24 months or less. Students can transfer previously earned highschool, GED®, HiSET®, or TASC credits
to graduate sooner. Learners receive ongoing support from instructors and success coaches and access to the school’s
unlimited, online tutoring program.

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IT’S HIGH SCHOOL,
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Your library can change lives by providing the opportunity to earn an accredited high school diploma
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Gale, part of Cengage GroupGALE PRESENTS: UDEMY
Gale Presents: Udemy is an e-learning/ upskilling platform that focuses on
in-demand professional and personal
development topics across 75 categories. From preparing for a CompTIA
Security+ exam, to becoming a ChatGPT
master, to discovering your life purpose
and learning how to play the saxophone,
Gale Presents: Udemy offers thousandsof relevant on-demand video courses for
all patrons with a desire to learn a newskill or deepen a personal interest.
One of the most unique aspects of Gale
Presents: Udemy is its focus on content
in languages other than English. Close
to 12,000 courses across all categories
are created natively in other languages
including Arabic, French, German, Hindi,Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin,
Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish,and Turkish. As the only library resource
offering virtual skills training taught bynative speakers, public libraries can reacha more diverse set of patrons, breaking
down barriers to learning.
Udemy’s one-of-a-kind content
creation model and real-world expert
instructors enable them to bring new
and updated courses to market quicker
than traditional content publishers. In
fact, 85 percent of the collection has
been updated within the last two years.
This ensures libraries can deliver themost relevant, up-to-date information
on topics patrons need to upskill or
reskill, helping to move their community
members forward.

HEAR FROM THE JUDGES:“We’ve subscribed to Gale Presents: Udemy since 2020 (over 3
years) and successfully marketed
it to a variety of audiences in ourcommunity, and it has been andremains well-received.”
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YOUTH LARGE PRINT FROM
THORNDIKE PRESS
Youth Large
Print (YLP) fromThorndikePress makes
reading moreaccessible. A
16-point fontand increased
spacing forces the eye to move more
slowly, reducing tracking errors andimproving reading fluency.
Fewer words per page can be lessdaunting and make visualizing information easier for developing readers.
Word recognition increases because thereader can decipher the words more
effectively. Once decoding errors are
eliminated, comprehension develops.
Less words lead to quicker page turns,
increasing reading stamina.
A nationwide Project Tomorrow efficacy study of 3-12 graders found:• 69% of striving readers said they
enjoyed reading YLP more than any
other class books.
• 4 in 5 teachers said YLP benefits
students who have trouble tracking orlack self-confidence in their reading
abilities.
• 67% of teachers noted that YLP
reduced stress and anxiety in students
reading below grade level and at
grade level.
• 68% of teachers reported greater
engagement in reading activities

among special education students
reading YLP.
• 62% of teachers reported fasteracquisition of the English language
when ESL students read YLP.
The original cover art, similar size
to standard print, and an easy-to-readback-cover synopsis invite kids to try the
YLP format. Our youth catalog of over
1,100 titles that grows monthly withaward-winning, high-interest books.
Seventeen Spanish-language titles will
publish in February 2024.
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ON-DEMAND LEARNINGFOR EVERYONE

Hiveclass
Help your patrons launch a
new career, advance theirskills, or enrich their lives withthousands of self-paced, online
video courses across 75 categories
in business, tech, leadership,
and personal interest.

HIVECLASS - DIGITALENCYCLOPEDIA
Hiveclass is a web-based digital encyclopedia that provides skill-based
instruction in a wide range of sports andphysical activities. The platform makes
it easy and accessible for library patronsof all ages to explore sports and learn
fundamental physical skills to build
confidence at no cost to them, available
through their local library.
Libraries are a place where access to information is democratized,
and Hiveclass has a goal of making
it easy for learners of all ages andbackgrounds to easily gain access toquality physical education and youth
sports training. Whether a patron isinterested in learning more about
mindfulness or pickleball, looking topractice new skills or eager to explore

YOUR LIBRARY CAN OFFER:FRESH CONTENT
The one-of-a-kind content creation
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NATIVE-LANGUAGE LEARNING
Reach your diverse community
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A LEARNER-CENTRIC APPROACH
Multigenerational learners canselect the instructor and content
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different activities - the Hiveclass platform is an innovative resource that canbe utilized in unique ways in and outof the library space.
As a new resource, Hiveclass supports
library professionals to discover new
ways to engage with patrons, elevatetheir digital offerings and explore active
ideas for programming. The platform
offers more than 1,800 videos across
14 different sports / activities including
mindfulness, yoga, gymnastics, fitness,
pickleball and continues to expand
the digital offerings. Additionally, theplatform prioritizes accessibility with adedicated widget for differently-abled
patrons. The platform is fully available in
English and Spanish.
HEAR FROM THE JUDGES:“Hiveclass is not only innovative
but also intentional, promoting aholistic approach that embraces
sports education as well as multiple
literacies and modalities, seamlessly integrated into the promotion ofhealth and wellness for people of
all ages, particularly children andyouth. Continually adapting, it is ashining example of equity and accessibility in action, demonstrating
its unwavering commitment to fostering healthier and more inclusive
communities.”
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Standard Print

Thorndike Press Large Print

Over 1,100 Titles Available.

Our catalog of unabridged reprints grows monthly. We’re committed toproviding a diverse selection of highly acclaimed and award-winning titles
for ages 7 and up, including our first youth large print books in Spanish.
Books are similar in size to standard editions, always have the same coverart, and a 100% guarantee on binding.
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INNOVATIVE RESOURCE SHARING(INN-REACH)
Beloved bypatrons andefficient for librarystaff, INN-Reachprovides libraries
with a cost-effective resource
sharing solutionthat includes an easy-to-use discovery
experience for patrons and automatedworkflows for library staff.
Committed to supporting all libraries, Innovative now offers Direct-to-INN-Reach(D2IR) integration with Alma and Koha,
making it easier for new libraries to join
INN-Reach resource sharing networks.
Additionally, INN-Reach items display inpatron accounts inside Vega Discover.
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With INN-Reach, patrons are instantly connected to millions of new titles.
These resources are displayed in ashared online catalog for an intuitive
borrowing process that empowers
patrons to easily request items. Users
simply search the catalog and check out
or place holds on materials—without
additional work by library staff. Patrons,
students, and faculty receive physicalmaterials in as little as two days, andelectronic materials almost immediately.
This patron-initiated consortial borrowing system makes lending and borrowing materials between libraries aseasy as processing local hold requests.
Libraries who join see an increase in
their circulation as a result of the expanded collection and shared catalog.
Best of all, participating libraries see
their shared resource expenses reducedby 70%.
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MOBILE WORKLISTS
Mobile Worklists
is an iOS and Android mobile appthat makes materials handling andmanagement tasks
more efficient forlibrary staff. Its
flexible features help staff quickly complete large-scale projects and establish
efficient day-to-day workflows for libraries of all types and sizes.
Mobile Worklists provides completely mobile functionality for traditional
library operations, such as check ins,
check outs, weeding, labelling, conducting inventory, ILL delivery tracking,creating displays, relocation projects,
managing new collections, and generating lists of course reserve items.
Features include:• Check out capability with full support
for circulation rules]• Check in capability from a list or on
the fly• Manage existing Sierra lists or create
new lists of records that can befiltered and sorted• Scan barcodes with the camera on
your mobile device• Use the app as a real-time alternative

to a paper pick list
• Update item status and item record
fields directly from the app• Manage complex projects with built-in
list management capabilities• Email lists to staff as HTML or CSV• Send lists to Sierra to manage using
Global or Rapid Update• Conduct inventory by comparing
what’s on the shelf against a Sierragenerated shelf list and updating
item inventory information right fromthe app• Codabar, Code 39, Code 128, Plessey,
Telepen, and EAN barcode Support
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VEGA DISCOVER
Vega Discoverhelps patrons
search, find, andbrowse resources
through more
relevant search
results, relatedresources, andrecommended items. Discover provides the modern online experiencepatrons have come to expect, using
an intuitive interface and enrichment
content to create an immersive library
experience. Built on BIBFRAME formatting and linked data connections, it
provides a user-friendly and search-engine-like experience.
Features include:• Customizable Homepage: Show offcollections, events, and programs at
your library• Work Roll-Ups: View multiple formats
and editions of the same title in asingle search result with one simple“Place Hold” or “Get It” button• Grid View: Browse search results bycover images• Patron Self-Service: Personal
bookshelf where patrons can saveitems and searches, create andshare custom lists, and manage theiraccount• Integrated eContent – Place holds,
check out items, and get started
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Syndetics Unbound enrichment
content, Discover makes it easy for
patrons to browse library resourcesand discover new items of interest• Accessibility – Responsive userinterface adheres to the latest
accessibility standards (ADA, Section
508, and WCAG 2.1)
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pre-set image, integration to/with library
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ies to provide patrons uninterrupted andprivate 24/7 “no touch” service outdoors
or indoors, with a variety of fully Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant sizes and configurations.
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books and materials. Patrons can also
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finger touch or by using the corner of aplastic card, pen, or pencil. Once materials are retrieved, the system immediately sends a message to staff that thelocker is now available for new materials
and another patron.
SmartAxess Electronic Library Lockers
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WEB APPLICATION AND
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Since Library Bound’s (LBI) inception in
1993, we have continued to implement
innovative features to better serve ourcustomers. A key component of thateffort has always been our approach to
information technology. This commitment is evident in our industry leading
web application and proprietary ordering platform. We worked closely with
our library partners nationally during
the planning stages to ensure we were
designing and incorporating featuresthat our customers were asking for. Our
complete technology stack is developed
and maintained by Library Bound staff.
This in-house development allows forcontinuous updates, features and improvements being easily deployed withno reliance on 3rd parties. The robust
web application along with the back-end
architecture is always evolving and providing efficient solutions to our customers and throughout our organization.
Through our close partnership withlibraries and our commitment to IT
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LIBRARYCALENDAR
LibraryCalendar is a fully integrated
event management and room reservation system. It allows libraries to seamlessly manage events, registrations, andmeeting room, study room, and otherlibrary space reservations. LibraryCal-

endar provides an ADA compliant, intuitive user interface, making it easy for
patrons to view and register for events,
see room availability and submit room
reservation requests, and receive notifications for registrations, reservations,and upcoming events of interest.
Features also include multiple calendar views, printable events, highly
configurable registration and room reservation forms, multiple feeds to display
events on a variety of platforms, and awide array of settings to allow libraries
to configure the system in a way thatworks best for their community.
Library Market continues to actively
add new features to LibraryCalendar
through regular enhancement releases,
at no additional cost to our clients. We
take great pride in the service and support we provide to libraries. We’ve beenhonored to receive the Modern LibraryAwards Platinum honor for LibraryCalendar for five consecutive years.
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LibraryIQ

LIBRARYIQ
LibraryIQ provides solutions developed by librarians for librarians to build
stronger libraries across the country.
With an operations platform strategically designed to help libraries quickly
see and understand their performance,
LibraryIQ combines all performancedata in a single dashboard, eliminatingtime spent on complicated analysis.
LibraryIQ provides a 360 degree view oflibrary operations, empowering staff tomake data-driven decisions that ensurebudget optimization and strong returnon investment. The LibraryIQ Platform
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chart a course to stronger libraries andcommunities nationwide. The impact isa stronger and more balanced collection, targeted services to reach entire
communities, and better allocation of
resources and staff. LibraryIQ delivers
meaningful results that change communities for the better.
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LocalHop

COMMUNITY CALENDARS
LocalHop Community Calendars help
libraries connect and partner with moreof their community by driving significantly increased traffic to their website.
LocalHop offers libraries an unparalleled solution that not only prioritizes
security and accessibility through adherence to ADA Section 508 standards but
also elevates the overall user experiencethrough enhanced functionality andhuman thinking design. As the central hub of their communities, libraries
can harness the power of our services,
particularly our community calendar, toseamlessly aggregate events from various organizations, branches, groups, andlocations into a unified and comprehensive calendar for patrons and the broader community. Our tool integrates withyour website with its customizable, easily
embeddable, and fully mobile-friendly
features. It creates a calendar that seamlessly blends with your brand design
and becomes the go-to resource for allcommunity events and activities. We are
deeply committed to supporting libraries
and fostering connectivity, making LocalHop the ultimate choice for putting yourpatrons first.
Discover how effortless connectivity
can be with LocalHop.
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MackinMACKINVIA
Winner of 21 national awards, MackinVIA is a free digital content management system that provides schools
with easy access to their collection ofeBooks, audiobooks, databases, readalongs, websites, and videos. Accessible by more than 9 million students
worldwide, students, teachers, librarians, and admins use a single login toview and manage all the school’s digital
resources on any desktop, laptop, ormobile device. Available for all devices
and platforms, MackinVIA is the ideal
tool for today’s in-class or remote learning options.
MackinVIA provides access to nearly
2 million digital resources in a variety
of formats. eBooks are available in a
traditional format with the added ability
to host EPUB3 fixed-format. Interactive eBooks integrate video, audio,
animation, and activities with text toenrich the learning experience. MackinVIA also features professionally read
Mackin Read-Alongs™ and educational
databases vetted to allow students tosafely conduct research without the riskof inappropriate material or ads. Deep
Discovery Search allows users to search
the contents inside their MackinVIA andreturn split-second results for words or
topic. An onboard dictionary, note-taking abilities, customizable fonts, including dyslexic fonts, and more, make
MackinVIA the choice of thousands ofschools as it continually mirrors what
high-quality education demands today.
HEAR FROM THE JUDGES:“Mackin is an excellent company
for schools libraries. Their customer service is well above any that I
have found over the years. They arehonest in their description of theirtools and the services they offer.
They are responsive to requests for
additional information, quotes, orissues that do crop up. We have
had MackinVIA in our schools from
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its beginning. I have been able
to watch the growth of use over
the years. We use MackinVIA for
all the different digital formats in
our county. We love the ability tointegrate other resources for ourstudents such as ComicsPlus andTumbleBooks. We use the ability
to bring in links to other digital
tools for our students. Teachers cancreate groups to link all the digital
resources in place for students
during their unit. Additionally, theoption to purchase and assign classbooks for a shorter period of time
is both useful and cost effective
for school districts. We have also
used the ability to bring in audio
resources to support our struggling
readers, keeping all the resourcesin one location. Our county also
likes the ability to purchase books
to support curriculum with district-wide purchases for teachers touse during instruction.”“I’m amazed at how much our
teachers and students haveenjoyed MackinVIA’s audiobooks
and eBooks over the years. Theinterface is extremely user friendly
and intuitive for students. The free
app makes it so easy for students
who are on the run be able to listen
and read throughout their time inand out of school. As the administrator of MackinVIA, I’m consistently impressed with my sales
representative, customer service,and the backend admin abilities ofthe platform. They continue to hear
what librarians and students want
and need and make it happen.
MackinVIA was a lifesaver during
our unexpected lockdowns andhybrid learning in 2020-2021, andI am extremely pleased with thisfantastic and relevant product.”More information

Media Flex OPALS
OPALS
OPALS is a library
automation, digital
information andassets management system. The
system is used byschool, academic, public andspecial libraries to manage print, digital
information subscription databases,
STEM kits, music scores, Chromebooks,
calculators, and cameras. Applications
include standards-based cataloging,circulation, advance booking - orderprocessing - and scheduled deliveries, single sign-on authentication, andresource sharing (interlibrary loan).
Integrated portal utilities enablelibrarians to develop custom librarywebsites without having to use third
party services. Support services include
hosting, customer support, professional
development and training.
HEAR FROM THE JUDGES:“OPALS staff are SO quick to
respond to any question, and so
responsive in tailoring their service
to our school, even though we area tiny institution. Love them!”More information

Meescan Inc.
MEESCAN SELF-CHECKOUT
Meescan is aself-checkout
system and smartphone app that’s
simple to install andeffortless to use. It
allows librarians to
get on with what they do best: organizing the library’s database, reachingout to their local community, helping
people track down information, andengaging with patrons.
Meescan is a subscription-based
self-checkout solution that is flexible
enough to meet the needs of libraries
of all kinds and sizes. Patrons can use
the Meescan app for checkout on theirpersonal devices or on your small Meescan kiosks in the library.
This self-checkout solution supports EM, RFID, and passaround

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Modern Library Awards, it’s no wonder over

9 million students with access to MackinVIA
are nodding their heads in agreement.

8-Time Platinum Award Winner

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security, and works with any ILS that
supports SIP2.
Meescan also comes with a full suiteof features at no extra cost, including returns, proxy borrowing, fee collections,and more.
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Mitinet Inc.

searching and finding hard-to-findrecords (z39.50), etc.
• AnalyzeMARC: As always, our freeAnalyzeMARC provides a detailed
analysis of your MARC records andhelps you uncover weaknesses withinyour catalog such as call number
prefix inconsistency, technical andsyntax errors, brief and duplicate
records and much more.
More information• More info-lit instruction opportunities• Better, and more, faculty relationships
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EBSCO Information Services

Niche Academy
BESTMARC METADATAMANAGEMENT SOFTWARE
A patron can’t read what a patron
can’t find!
What makes a good MARC record agreat MARC record? Complete, accurate and up-to-date metadata. How doyou make your MARC records into great
MARC records?
BestMARC Global, the best-in-class
MARC Metadata Management software, makes cataloging and maintaining your MARC records fast, easy,
and convenient to save you time.
Our mission is to help improve your
MARC data and simplify your cataloging processes.
BestMARC includes:• Brief to Full: Using BestMARC’ sbrief to full feature expands andcompletes your brief MARC records
automatically.
• Automate Cataloging Processes:
BestMARC allows you to create andsave global edits and workflows fordifferent material types and collection
holdings. Workflows can include any
global edits, subject heading updates,
converting to RDA and along with anyother enhancement features.
• Expanding Subject Terms: It increases
discoverability and boosts circulation.
With the diverse vocabulary andlexicon used today, finding andmatching patron’s vocabulary.
BestMARC ‘s subject enrichment
allows you to expand subject terms
to match topics. (i.e. DEI – Diversity,
Equity and Inclusion).
• Much More: BestMARC can easily create
records, importing and exporting yourexisting records to automatically checkfor errors and missing information,
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NICHE ACADEMY
Niche Academy is a turnkey learning
solution with ready-to-use tutorials anda platform that lets libraries deliver
training and track progress anywhere.
Niche Academy features include:• Tutorial Marketplace: choose exactly
what you need from hundredsof ready-to-use tutorials that arecontinuously updated.
• Custom Tutorial Creation: create
your own tutorials quickly to deliver
uniform and repeatable training to
the entire team.
• Reports: measure the value of yourtraining with flexible reports showing
overall usage and detailed learning
outcomes.
• Integrations: seamlessly incorporate
Niche Academy learning experiences
into your existing online presence forpoint-of-need training.
Public libraries that use Niche Academy see:• More essential skills training for staff• Increased usage of their electronic
resources• Even better customer service• More participation in library programs
Academic libraries that use Niche
Academy see:• More measurable impact on student
success

CORE COLLECTION EN ESPAÑOL
Core Collection en Español from NoveList is your expert and impartial guideto building and maintaining a Spanish-language collection for readers of
all ages. This unique collection includes
original Spanish-language book titles
and jackets, Spanish-language translations, bilingual materials, support for
English language learners, and more!
Core Collection en Español provides:• Impartial, authoritative
recommendations for high-quality
Spanish and bilingual titles selectedby expert librarians• Titles for readers of all ages withrationales from our advisors, as well
as award information, reviews, anddialect guidance when available.
• Three levels of recommendations to
help you prioritize materials for yourlibrary’s size and budget.
• The benefit of monthly updates, as theguide is only available in digital format.
Three recommendation levels help you
make informed decisions:• Essential: Spanish-language award
winners, long-standing popular titles,
and newly released titles. Perfect forlibraries just starting a collection orwith limited budgets or space.
• Recommended: Great titles for a wellrounded Spanish-language collection.
Ideally, these titles would be included
in all collections.
• Supplemental: Perfect for filling out
all areas of your Spanish-language
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Core Collection en Español is part of thefull suite of Core Collections, the gold
standard collection development tool.
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Information Services

OPEN SOURCE AUTOMATED LIBRARY SYSTEM
OPEN SOURCE YOU CAN TRUST!

FEATURE-RICH...

+ Easy to use

Web Based+ Easy to implement

Lowest Total Costof Ownership+ Easy to afford

Standards-Compatible
Experienced Support

OPENATHENSOpenAthens develops and supports remote access software for library resources. Millions of people worldwide accessthe information they need quickly andeasily with a single login.
Our customers consistently rate us
highly. In 2023 we received 4.2/5 product customer satisfaction and 4.6/5 forcustomer service.
We recognize that many libraries still
rely on IP proxy for remote access toresources. That’s why our complete solution offers both federated and IP proxyaccess. So wherever users start theirjourney, their experience is seamless.
Our secure solution protects users’
privacy; by default, OpenAthens doesn’t
release any personally identifiable
information. Our fully managed service
means that updates, security testing
and certifications are all taken care of.
Librarians have the flexibility to control access to specific resources basedon licenses and access rights for user

OPAC

The best way to determine whether OPALS is a good fit foryour library is to experience it in the familiar context of yourlibrary’s data.

Cataloging• Request a demo: info@opalsinfo.net• Export MARC records from your existing system• Upload data to the OPALS demo
• Most demos are ready to evaluate in 24 hours

Circulation

During the 3 month evaluation period, try all of the system’s
features and have access to OPALS support staff.

Booking Feature

Union Catalogs
ILL
Inventory
Reports
E Book Management
Equipment Management
Database Authentication
Management

Please email us for some targeted reference sites that

Digital Document Upload& Cataloging

would be useful for your library needs: info@opalsinfo.net

Discovery Interface

US SERVICE CENTER: 877.331.1022 • CANADA & INTERNATIONAL SUPPORT: 866.263.4340•

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LIBRARYAWARE
Libraries looking to connect readers tobooks and promote their programs andservices all in one place will find theirsolution in LibraryAware. Developedby the book experts at NoveList, thisaward-winning software is designed with
the needs of libraries in mind. We offer
thousands of professionally designed
templates for emails, social media,
website graphics, book flyers and display
signs, event flyers, and more. You caneven create book carousels for yourwebsite in LibraryAware. Millions of bookjackets and annotations, and thousandsof images, are included with no copyright worries. Whether your library serves
a community of 100 or 1,000,000 — andhas a marketing team or not — LibraryAware can help save you time.
“We don’t have a graphic designer,it’s just me, and I don’t have any design
experience,” said Brooke Savoie, public
relations librarian at Lafourche (Louisiana)
Public Library. “LibraryAware takes theguesswork out of creating something
professional looking. I used to makeitems from scratch, but then I got more
responsibilities, and I didn’t have time
to do that anymore. It’s something I’ddefinitely recommend to every library.”
NoveList’s three decades of experience curating thoughtful, compellingbook recommendations are an integral
part of LibraryAware’s templates. Each
subscription includes NextReads, ouraward-winning book recommendation
newsletters featuring hand-crafted
annotations. Curated by the bookexperts at NoveList, these reading recommendation newsletters are linked toyour catalog and sent automatically tointerested readers.
More informationwww.opalsinfo.net

Future-proof accessto library resources withour complete solution.
We love making access to knowledge easy andwe’re delighted our judges agreed – thank you forrecognizing us with platinum six years in a row.
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groups, as well as the structure andstrategic focus of their organization.
OpenAthens smoothly integrates into
existing IT systems to provide the very
best experience possible.
Comprehensive usage statistics showhow often content is accessed and bywhom, providing valuable insight into
the value of subscriptions and tangible
evidence of usage.
OpenAthens makes it easy for people
to access the knowledge they want,when they want it. That’s exciting. You
never know what they might end up
going on to achieve!
HEAR FROM THE JUDGES:“Our decision to make use of
OpenAthens has been one of themost rewarding of the last three
years. We have integrated the
product across the majority of
our resources and locations, andare looking specifically to build
several services under development
around OpenAthens as part of ouragreed corporate strategy.”More information

Overton & Associates, LLC

LIBRARY MOVING CONSULTANTS
Overton & Associates, Library Moving Consultants, has been involved inmoving libraries since 1985. The owner,Bill Overton, has accumulated a wealthof knowledge that has been acquiredby moving over 900 libraries totalingover 50 million volumes. We are a firm
believer that the success of a move will
be directly related to the extent of theplanning process. The mover and thelibrary must have similar expectations of
how the move will be accomplished.

Our latest project, Connecticut College, involved the repurposing of books
and shelving to create additional flexible study areas. By reducing the collection footprint by one third, the library
was able to add 100 additional study
spaces, introduced a new technology
common and quadrupled the number ofcollaborative spaces.
Our philosophy is simple, prepare ourservices based upon the library’s needs.
Our goal is to assist the library throughout the entire process and enable thestaff to experience a stress-free relocation project. Our services can encompass the following:• Pre-move planning• Move management• Manage local movers, shelving
installers or volunteers• Execute the entire move process
Bill had authored an article in Strategic Library, a trade magazine designed
to reach library directors. The title of
the article, “Renovating: The Books
Are In The Way” discusses how librarymoves have changed over the past
thirty years and the growing concernof balancing book stacks and open /flexible seating.
HEAR FROM THE JUDGES:“With a background in large
construction projects, some quite
complex, I was somewhat underwhelmed at the scope of transferring
library contents in the early stagesof design and project planning. As
Bill began developing his plans, andcertainly once execution began, it
became very apparent the depth andvalue he brought to the table. Bill’sknowledge, experience and manner
made this portion of our library renovation and expansion as pain-freeand seamless as possible.”“Bill and his crew not only moved
our collections, but also helped
plan the new layout and troubleshoot all sorts of problems as theyarose. We had a lot of books tomove and it would not have beennearly as smooth without Overton.
Great people and great work.”More information

Patron Point, Inc.

PATRON POINT
Patron Point is the first of its kind patron
relationship management system built
specifically for public libraries.
It harnesses data from a wide range oflibrary systems including the ILS, eBook
platforms, event/PC/room booking systems, databases and website to build a
unified view of the patron’s engagementwith the library.
With Patron Point, libraries can use
this data to segment their audiences
and produce personalized, targeted,and timely email and web interactions
that can help:• Grow collection use, programattendance, and volunteer
participation;• Drive a more personalized digitalpatron experience;• Evolve and better target library’s
offerings; and• Make its marketing more engaging
and cost-effective.
Libraries can benefit immediately froma foundation of Proven Programs™
(including automated patron welcome,Library Moving Made Easy!
Our goal is to create a stress-free/anxiety-free library move

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card renewal, and “winback” campaigns) or create their own workflowsthat are customized to their unique user
communities and needs.
Recent major enhancements include
Patron Point Verify™ (patron address
verification that streamlines and enhances the library card registration andrenewal process for both patrons andstaff) and Recommends™ (monthly
reading recommendation newsletterwith eye-catching library-branded design that increases patron engagement
and library materials use).
HEAR FROM THE JUDGES:“Patron Point is above and beyond
any other newsletter or customer
support service I have used. Their
dedicated customer support is
top notch. Which company offers
personally tailored training labs
designed just for you? I love how
you can create a variety of ways toconnect with library users, the creative approach to connect with yourpatrons from weekly newsletters andanniversary to welcome campaigns
with everything in between. Patron
Point walks you through every stepof the way whether you are a newuser or not. Their customer support,
personal and broad training, personalization of emails with recommends
book service or segmenting email
content provides all the tools anyone needs to succeed in reachingout to their patrons. Patron Point is
the BEST!”
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Playaway Products
WONDERBOOK READ-ALONG
Experience thepower of Wonderbook Read-Alongand Wonderbook
Sing-Along by
Playaway Products – multi-modal
literacy tools thatbring content fromthe world’s best publishers to everyone
for both entertainment and education.
Every Wonderbook is a print book witha ready-to-play audiobook attached.
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the external speaker, kids listen and readalong with their favorite books.
Research shows that when words areheard and seen simultaneously, reading
skills can improve dramatically. Wonderbook gives children an advantage
by enhancing vocabulary development,
phonics, fluency, and encouraging
deeper connections with every bookthey explore.
Wonderbook offers something forevery young reader. The growing collection of over 650 titles includes picture
books, leveled readers, early chapter
and chapter books, nonfiction, Spanish
and bilingual, comics and graphic novels, and large print.
Every Wonderbook is equipped with a
Read-Along Mode. Wonderbook ReadAlongs also feature a Learning Modewith a narrator-led question and answer
session for an additional opportunity to
improve comprehension while Wonderbook Sing-Alongs feature a Sing-Along
Mode to increase language acquisition,and phonemic awareness.
Wonderbooks are self-contained andshelf-ready, circulating like any print book.
There is no need to worry about packaging or managing additional pieces.
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Rittenhouse
R2 DIGITAL LIBRARY
The R2 Digital
Library SaaS
leverages theintersectionof technology
and scientific,
technical, andmedical (STM)
information. It is powered by a proprietary digital rights and industry standard
electronic publications (ePub) management system that indexes information
using a medical keyword vocabulary.
The subject-driven database enables
aggregation and empowers users tosearch and access thousands of peer-reviewed, editorially vetted ePubs from118 STM publishers, all with a single
query. Institutions save time and moneywith our aggregated database, which
offers transparent pricing, solving the
problems of trying to procure vetted
content from multiple individual pub-lishers. The database offers real-timeusage statistics, empowering informed
purchases of ePubs in use, and not justrequested. Access to evidence-basedknowledge and practices contribute toimproved health outcomes, innovative
research, and enhanced educational
experiences. The platform manages theentire digital information process fromePub ingestion, through search, browse,
content management, and purchase.
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ScannX, Inc.

SCANNX BOOK SCANCENTER
ScannX is a leading developer of bookedge scanning solutions for librarypatrons and staff. Its innovative software
incorporates ease-of-use, reliability,
security, accessibility, device monitoringand measurement, and IT productivity
tools. With only 3% of the 230 million
pages scanned going to print, libraries
are saving paper and toner costs whilesaving trees.
The scanner’s patented book-edge
design protects the book spine fromdamage. Its intuitive interface guides
users through the scanning processincluding choosing file format, image
quality, file name and scan-to destinations. The system automatically crops,
straightens, and orients pages with text.
Its “Accessibility” features guide visually
impaired users through the scanning
process. ScannX systems connect to various coin, bill, and credit card payment
systems for cost recovery.
Scan books into PDF, searchable
PDF, Word, and MP3 file formats.
Email scanned files automatically or
send them to USB drive, Google Drive,
smartphones, tablets, network folders,
printers, and fax, ScannX offers OCLC
certified software connectors to Rapido,
Tipasa, WorldShare, Article Exchange,
and ILLiad.
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SCS offerings include faxing, translation,and handwriting recognition services.
HEAR FROM THE JUDGES:“Their products and support havebeen excellent. We will purchasemore scanners from ScannX within
the next year to replace our existing 10 which are now eight years
old, but still working great!”More information

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SCANNX OVERHEAD SCANNER 2500
AND 2800V
The ScannX OS2500 and 2800V overhead scanners, powered by ScannX

software, are the industry’s first sub$5,000 overhead scanners designed forlibrary patrons and staff. The ScannX
overhead scanners are powerful A3, 600
dpi resolution, color, digitization tools
recognized for its ease of use, image
quality, and advanced capabilities. Its
patented page flattening technology, and digitization and ILL tools arecomparable to the quality and features
found in book scanners twice its price.
The ScannX overhead scanners aredesign to allow the book to lie face up,
and captures the full image of the 2pages without distortion. The ScannX
software scans to over 25 destinations;
simultaneously scans pages while processing the previous images; removes
thumb images automatically; and offers
auto-scan to increase productivity.
Advanced tools for digitization and ILL
projects include scanning from left-toright / right-to-left; single scan conversion to dual file formats; and integration
with Microsoft Edge for unmatchedsecurity in scanning to the cloud.
ScannX Cloud Services (SCS) ensures the highest levels of security andreliability to track usage, push updates,
enable features and manage warranty
renewals. SCS options include faxing,
translation, and handwriting recognition
services. ScannX provides remote support via email, telephone, and remote
access with its U.S. based support team.
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ZEUTSCHEL OS C2 AND ZEUTSCHEL
OS 16000 COMFORT SCANNERS
The Zeutschel OS
C2 Comfort andits predecessor
OS16000 overheadscanner, poweredby ScannX Professional Edition software, are powerful
A2, 600 dpi resolution, color, digitization tools recognized for its ease of use,
image quality, advanced capabilities,
book friendly scanning, security, productivity, and accessibility. Scan modern
as well as historical books, manuscripts,
magazines, science reports, contracts,
or other cultural heritage items.

The OS C2/16000 Comfort scanners
allow the book to lie face up and capture
the full image of the 2 pages without distortion. The integrated book cradle design also protects the spine of the bookfrom damage. The Zeutschel PerfectBook software flattens pages, straightens
text, and digitally removes thumbs.
The ScannX Professional Edition
software scans to over 25 destinations
in multiple file formats and represents a
new standard in security and productivity. ScannX includes many of the tools
required for digitization projects and
ILL tasks. Productivity features include
no post processing required; single
scan conversion to dual file formats;and integration with Microsoft Edge forunmatched security.
ScannX Cloud Services (SCS) ensures
the highest levels of security and reliability to track usage, push updates, enablefeatures and manage warranty renewals.
SCS offerings include faxing, translation,and handwriting recognition services.
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ZEUTSCHEL OS15000 COMFORTSCANNERThe Zeutschel
OS 15000 Comfort Scanner,powered by
ScannX Professional Edition
software, is a
powerful A3+,
true 600 dpi resolution, color, digitization tool recognized for its ease of use,
image quality, advanced capabilities,
book friendly scanning, security, andaccessibility. Scan modern as well as
historical books, manuscripts, magazines, science reports, contracts, orother cultural heritage items.
The OS 15000 Comfort’s design
allows the book to lie face up, andcaptures the full image of the page
without distortion. The integrated book
cradle design also protects the spine of
the book from damage. The ZeutschelPerfect Book software straightens text
and digitally removes thumbs.
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represents a new industry standard
in security and productivity. ScannX
includes many of the tools requiredfor digitization projects and ILL tasks,
such as scanning from left-to-right /right-to-left; single scan conversion todual file formats; and integration with
Microsoft Edge for unmatched securityin scanning to the cloud. ScannX Cloud
Services (SCS) ensures the highest levelsof security and reliability to track usage,
push updates, enable features and manage warranty renewals. SCS offerings
include faxing, translation and handwriting recognition services.
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SenSource, Inc.

SENSOURCE INTELLIGENT IMAGINGPEOPLE COUNTERS
SenSource Intelligent Imaging People Counters are trusted by librarians
across America to monitor patron traffic
and monitor occupancy. Knowing thedetails of your facility’s usage enhances
justification for funding and expansion,as well as provides necessary traffic
pattern data for efficient staffing andoperations. SenSource specializes inproviding the best-fit solutions for theunique needs of libraries big and small.
From basic traffic reporting to fully
integrated business solutions, we havewhat you need.
Combining Vea Analytics reporting
platform with SenSource Intelligent
Imaging People Counters, completes thesolution for an in-depth view of library
operations. A rural, single location library
to a metropolitan library system will benefit from visual traffic analysis using Vea
Analytics. Key personnel have immediate
access to total and peak traffic, real-time
occupancy, interior facility usage, predictive traffic analysis, and more.
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Spacesaver Interiors

INNOVATIVE LIBRARY STORAGE
SOLUTIONSAs libraries have changed to meetthe need for new services, flexible
workspace, and technology access, it
has become even more critical to findstorage that can adapt to evolving demands. We’re here to help you find theright solutions for today’s needs while
preparing your library for the challenges
of tomorrow.
Cantilever and 4-post shelving fromSpacesaver combine the functionalityand durability libraries need with theflexibility and design features that elevate visitors’ experiences. From wheeled
carts to browsing bins for media andchildren’s materials to illuminated display
shelving and unique finishes, shelving
can support your library’s mission while
creating a welcoming ambiance.
High density mobile shelving is also agreat way to maximize square footage
inside the library. By mounting shelves
onto floor rails, collections can be compacted without sacrificing easy accessby patrons.
Most libraries and archives face thesame challenge: fitting more collections
into a decreasing amount of space.
Relocating lesser-used items to an
offsite storage facility is an efficient way
to offer access to important collections
while balancing the demand for more
flexible workspace, classrooms, collaborative meeting space, and more.
Outfitting your offsite storage withSpacesaver’s high-bay shelving systems
allows you to make the most of every
square foot.
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the time parameters specified. We
would definitely use them again
and recommend them to others.”
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ST Imaging

VIEWSCAN MICROFILM SCANNER
The ViewScan microfilm scanner from ST
Imaging is the Clear Choice for libraries
and their patrons. The ViewScan delivers
crystal clear images from microfilm
directly to the monitor in real-timewithout any pixelation or refreshing of
the image. Our fifth-generation digital
microfilm scanner, the ViewScan 4 uses
an 18-megapixel image sensor that isalways on! Users enjoy the sharpest andclearest images, whether viewing on amonitor, reviewing a scan, or printing theinformation. ST Imaging’s PerfectFocus
technology guarantees a stunningly
clear image regardless of zoom range.
Through continuous development, ST
Imaging has introduced key features tothe world of digital microfilm scanningthat include Scissor-Cut Cropping, Image
Bin (on-screen collection of session
scans), Annotation, ClipMerge and more!
HEAR FROM THE JUDGES:“The ST-Viewscan scanner is very
simple to use and has great quality
plus the Service is excellent on them.”More information

Taylor & Francis GroupCHEMNETBASECHEMnetBASE
is a collectionof cutting-edge
interactive chemistry databases
and dictionaries
that provide
instant access toauthoritative content. Researchers

can perform exhaustive searches using
a variety of criteria, including structure
searching, create tables, export data inseveral formats and much more.
Included in this noteworthy collection
are products including the CRC Handbook of Chemistry and Physics Online,
Combined Chemical Dictionary, Dictionary of Natural Products and much more.
Institutions and corporations can
subscribe to individual databases
within CHEMnetBASE or CHEMnetBASE in its entirety.
Some Key features of CHEMnetBASE:• One-Stop Search: perform searches
on chemical terms simultaneously
across all databases within
CHEMnetBASE.
• Chemical Text Search: search by
name, synonym, molecular formula,
CAS registry number, InChI, InChI
key, and/or SMILES.
• Chemical Structure Search: draw achemical structure using Marvin JS
and then search by Exact Match or
Substructure; import a structure file orpaste in a SMILES, SMARTS or InChI
string into the search box.
• Mobile responsive design: use ontablets and mobile devices.
• Save searches: users can create andsave their searches and columns intheir hit list associated with them,which allows for easy reloading ofprevious results.
• Customization: users can set up
search fields, hit list columns and saveas their default.
More information

Taylor & Francis GroupHISTORY OF FEMINISM
History of Feminism is an exciting
online platformthat brings together the best andmost relevant
scholarship from
Taylor & Francis,
its imprints, and its
authors.
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long Nineteenth Century through thematic collections in areas such as Feminism, the History of Economic Thought,
Romanticism and Empire. History of
Feminism provides a comprehensive
global overview of feminism in the longnineteenth century.
Key Features:• Focuses on the widely studied period
between 1776-1928• 1000s of chapters of primarysource collections, available here inelectronic format for the first time
• More than 1,000 chapters of
secondary book content• Over 100 journal articles from a rangeof Taylor & Francis journals• An introductory video to the subject
and resource from the Academic
Editor• 16 newly commissioned thematic
essays by experts• Short introductions that outline the 8
key subject categories• An image gallery to aid research andstudy• Browsing available by subject, region,
period, and notable figures• View texts on site or download the PDF• Intuitive search tools enable users tofind exactly the material they need
• Detailed metadata at chapter andarticle level using a carefully chosentaxonomy of terms

Platinum Awards
for Taylor & Francis Digital Products

We are excited to announce that our top digital resources have once again achieved
Platinum distinctions from the Modern Library Awards!

Taylor & Francis
eBooksHEAR FROM THE JUDGES:“We have had access to thisresource for many years now, andit continues to be well-used by ourHistory undergraduates especially.”More information

Taylor & Francis GroupSUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENTGOALS ONLINE (SDGO)
Taylor & Francis
has created theworld’s biggest
specialist library tosupport the United
Nations’ Sustainable Development
Goals initiative andhelp university researchers, faculty,
and students understand and addresshumanity’s biggest challenges.
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Explore our award-winning products »• A selected library of more than 19,000
chapters and articles you can search,read online, download, save, and print.
• Insights and research on the 17 goals
and 169 targets set by the United
Nations, including climate change,
oceans, health, gender equality, andeducation.
• Insights for teaching, learning, andresearch, including presentations,teaching notes, case studies, and videos.
HEAR FROM THE JUDGES:“I really like the design of the product and it makes it very clear andaccessible to users what goal they
are looking at.”More information

Taylor & Francis GroupTAYLOR & FRANCIS EBOOKS
Taylor & Francis eBooks is asingle destination
platform whichhosts a range ofaward-winning
digital resources
and a fully com-prehensive eBooks platform, covering
all major subject areas and sub-disciplines.
Our Taylor & Francis eBooks website
has been upgraded with new features tohelp you explore our eBooks titles andfind the content most relevant to you.
We have enhanced our Search features
to support easy website navigation, andexpanded our content offering to include full and partial Open Access titles,
as well as not yet published content.
Benefits include:• Access to our Librarian dashboard thatallows you to manage content througha user-friendly administrator area
• Easy to download COUNTER 5
reports to track usage, denials, andpopular titles• Access to the resource available via
IP range, OpenAthens, Proxy Server,and Shibboleth• Use a single sign on and point ofentry for Taylor & Francis eBooks
HEAR FROM THE JUDGES:“The Taylor & Francis eBooks platform generally provides very goodvalue for money for library purchas-es versus other similar platforms,
with a high rate of availability for
T&F academic books, relatively
low pricing versus aggregators andDRM-free unlimited concurrent
user access. The platform also hasa relatively simple interface for end
users. This makes it our platform of
choice for T&F eBooks during ourroutine acquisitions process.”
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Tech Logic

BASECAMP: CENTRAL AUTOMATIONMANAGEMENT PORTAL
Tech Logic’s baseCAMP, included at no
extra cost for Tech Logic customers,
unifies Tech Logic solutions into one
browser-based application. baseCAMP
empowers library staff to manage Tech

Tech Logic’s

baseCAMP
Central Automation Management Portal

Logic solutions at the library system,
branch, or terminal level—all from any
PC or tablet with access (including remote access) to the library network.
• Team leaders can set visibility andpermissions for each library staff
member based on user role, librarybranch, baseCAMP functionality,
and more.
• Library staff can configure Tech
Logic solutions (selfCIRC, staffCIRC,
rfidGATE, and more) at the librarysystem, branch, or terminal level,
for fast and easy adjustments toworkflows across the library.
• Library staff can manage selfCIRC
LOCKER and rfidGATE operations
throughout the day. Our new
selfCIRC LOCKER solution works
directly with the ILS for automatic
locker reservation—and checkout
begins automatically when (and ONLYwhen) the items are ready for pickup
inside the locker.
• Library staff can create reports for
Tech Logic solutions–by activity, date,time, branch, terminal, and more.
Staff can gain valuable insights onlicensing, system performance, patronexperience, and circulation—all in
one place.
New baseCAMP features are rollingout fast. All of baseCAMP’s developments are focused on supporting ourcustomers and growing continually withthe evolving library workflow.
HEAR FROM THE JUDGES:“We have been working with Tech
Logic for many years and were thebeta tester for baseCAMP. It has
streamlined the back end for us significantly while also making previously
unavailable tasks such as self-checkout statistics and alarm information
available to front line staff.”“Tech Logic is an excellent company to work with. Their level of
support is top notch!”
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baseCAMP empowers our customers tomanage their Tech Logic systems from any
PC or tablet with library network access.
Thank you, customers, for baseCAMP’s
platinum-level ratings!

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ITS•MARC
With over 81 million records from 23
databases, ITS•MARC makes it easy tofind quality MARC records. With quick
access to recently published materials,
catalogers can decrease the time it takes
to get new items into the collection.
Catalogers can access ITS•MARC directly and easily through any cataloging
portal that supports Z39.50 connections.
ITS•MARC updates daily with records
from the Library of Congress and weekly
with datasets contributed by TLC customers. Other databases update weekly, monthly, and quarterly — including
the National Library of Medicine, theNational Library of Canada, and U.S.
Government agencies.
In the last few years, TLC established new partnerships to expand
ITS•MARC Contributed, to provide
more access to recently publishedtitles and increases access to records
specific to school libraries.
The newest dataset, MetaMARC,
generates and enriches records for
non-MARC metadata. When there is noother available title record, MetaMARC
provides a head start.
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TLC - The Library Corporation

LIBRARY•SOLUTION FOR SCHOOLSThe Library Corporation (TLC) pioneered Library•Solution for Schools
to accommodate the technical andanalytical requirements of large centralized school districts while maintaining
autonomy for individual schools.

Through 20+ years of K-12 partnerships, we have refined our workflows for
maximum daily efficiency and year-overyear student transitions. We continue toengage our customers with successful,interactive focus groups.
Recent development added a newreports dashboard, unmatched in theindustry. The dashboard provides at-aglance statistics across four key service
areas: borrowers, items, circulation, andholds activities, to save librarians timeand increase reporting efficiency.
The security of student data is neveran afterthought at TLC. We take a proactive approach to application security
through our continuous development
cycle, and TLC acts quickly to mitigate
new risks. Security expands when pairedwith TLC•Cloud Services, MLA Serviceof the Year 2021, powered by Oracle
Cloud Infrastructure.
Our customer-centric approach tosupport remains unrivaled in the K-12
industry. A dedicated school support
team is available to assist from simple
questions to complex projects, withemergency support services available
24/7 every day of the year.
The library landscape continues tochange due to ongoing corporate
mergers, but TLC has held true for 50
years and counting.
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Today’s Business Solutions, Inc.

EPRINTIT
ePRINTit is a simple solution that does
not require special printers or hardware.
Print to any printer, from any internet-enabled device.
The ePRINTit solution allows users toprint documents and emails effortlessly,
and web content from any internet-enabled smartphone, tablet, laptop,
or desktop directly to your organization’s existing printers. Users can send
documents to their printers from any
location– inside or outside of their organization’s infrastructure.
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site that allows printing without any
print drivers.
Smartphone and tablet printing: WithePRINTit, users can print from theirsmartphones / tablets using our mobile
print application.
Email printing: Users simply ‘forward’
any email message with attachments.
An automatic reply email is sent fromePRINTit with a private release code.
The user enters a private release codeat the printer to release their print job.
Server software: Web pages facilitatea unified printing experience for yourorganization.
Universal print driver: Users withadvanced printing requirements candownload and install a single print driver that works with all of their web-printconfigured printers.
Provides a centralized printing service
allowing users to print from any device
and pick up their documents at themost convenient on-site printer.
ePRINTit is secure: All print data
requests are transferred and encryptedusing secure SSL communication.
Easy to use from any device.
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Today’s Business Solutions, Inc.
TBS9900 Series
of Payment Kiosks

MYPC WITH EASYBOOKING& PAPERCUT FOR COMPUTERRESERVATION & PRINTMANAGEMENT
TBS’s computer time management
MyPC provides unrestricted methods ofreservations–walk up, guaranteed bookings queue-based. (Queued patrons get
text messages when their reservation isavailable)
TBS ILS SmartConnect checks theentire patron record-making decisions onrules priority or simultaneous rules andgroups users by specific rules or profiles.
Central server management (whichruns as a service) and a staff portal withbrowser-based connectivity, a centralized dashboard to manage print, guest
passes, patron re-printing and staff
release of patron print jobs.
The MyPC portal features a single

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view of computer areas, locations, orbuildings in the system allowing staff toperform daily functions from anywhere.
MyPC integrates with PaperCut andboth are compatible with Windows and
MAC on a SQL platform for cumulative
statistical reporting.
The new feature, Preparation Timefor MyPC – Due to the recent global
pandemic we have added new optional
functionality to MyPC. PrepTime is set
at the Location Policy Level and allows
you to define a time in minutes before
and/or after a patron uses a PC for staff
to clean the screen, keyboard, mouse,
desk, and surfaces around the MyPC
controlled PC.
PaperCut offers anonymous printing
and automatic login. Real-time fleet
management lets IT oversee all output
devices and vending kiosks from any
location. Features standard windows
printing, Centrally submitted print jobs
can be released anywhere within thesystem for Follow-Me printing.
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file, along with a subset of languages
for MP3 audio files, with a constantly
growing catalog of languages.
ABBYY® Fine Reader OCR for unmatched optical character recognition
and accuracy for searchable PDFs andWord documents, with 192 languages
standard for OCR multilingual capabilities.
Accessibility features make it easy forvisually-impaired and blind to use thestation with a magnifier, narrator andhigh-contrast scheme.
Enhanced authentication via LDAP,
SMTP, Gmail, Facebook, and more. Features a web portal for centralized reports
at no additional charge, and a management dashboard for instant remote
access to every station within your fleet,
all from your desk or mobile device.
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Today’s Business Solutions, Inc.
SCANEZ SCAN STATIONThe new TBS
ScanEZ simple
scan station
allows patrons
to scan standard to smart
devices, email,USBs, printers,
fax, Box,
DropBox, One
Drive, Google Docs, and more. Standard
scanning file formats include DOC, JPG,
PNG, TIFF, GIF, PDF, searchable PDF,
PDF/A, and more.
New image enhancement functionality revives old photos and documents
by analyzing the sharpness, contrast,
color, and saturation on the fly to givethe patron a revived image or document, restoring memories that could
have been lost.
A multilingual interface that allows users to switch on-screen text to one of 25
different languages, and a multilingualtranslation service to translate scanned
text from one language to one of 60
supported languages. Translated files
are sent to the user as a Microsoft Word

TBS-KIOSKThe TBS-9900 Payment Kiosk series
features a reduced footprint. This print
release system does not require a computer for print release or large cabinets,
maximizing valuable floor space. The kiosks consist of coin, bill and credit card
payment options along with a CPaddevice that controls access and enforces payment for copy, print, scan, andfaxes all from a single vending device.
The kiosk is sturdy and wears well in a
public use environment with clean cablemanagement. Giving patrons one userinterface to conduct their transactions,simplifying the entire process.
These units feature a secure PCI-compliant credit card terminal. Credit cardtransactions are processed on a secure
cellular network at a low micro-transaction rate per swipe with no minimumfees. Each terminal supports EMV Chip,
Swipe, and NFC (Apple Pay, Android
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Optional upgrades include high-capacity coin tubes and bill recycler thatgives back change in coins and bills, enabling users to utilize larger bill denominations without depleting the tower.
This system automatically replenishes
itself with coins and bills, elevating staff
from having to be filling the coins andbills within the kiosk constantly.
Audit receipts can be printed from theTBS-Kiosk to reconcile funds and to account for all financial activity conductedat each kiosk, as well as provide centralized reporting for verification of activity.
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Transparent Language, Inc.

TRANSPARENT LANGUAGE ONLINE
Transparent Language Online provides
digital learning materials in 120+ languages, including English for speakers of
30+ other languages, 20+ indigenous languages, and American Sign Language.
There’s something to suit every age
and interest, including “KidSpeak” forK-2 learners, elementary courses forgrades 3-5, “Teen Voices” for middle
and high schoolers, the travel-focused“Essentials” course for adventurers, andbusiness-focused vocabulary lessons for
professionals. Every course builds their
vocabulary and provides opportunities
to practice the four core skills: listening,speaking, reading, and writing.
Learners can also customize theirexperience with additional resources likealphabet courses for non-Latin languages, a grammar reference with written andvideo explanations, and a vocabulary
review system to help them retain what
they learn. To stay on track, learners can
set a daily learning goal in Transparent
Language Online, and log time towards
that goal anytime, anywhere, on almost
any computer, phone, or tablet.
HEAR FROM THE JUDGES:“Transparent Language is an excellent language learning programthat provides the ability for users of

all ages to learn different languages. Their service and support isalways quick and thorough. ASL
was the most requested language
so we are very happy they’ve founda way to incorporate a video based
language into their platform.”“We needed to find a product thatwould meet our growing community diversity and provide an engaging platform. The implementationand support for us as a consortia
was excellent. The adoption ratein the first month doubled thelanguage learning usage and it
continues to climb. The product isrelevant and evolving. Hard to believe it was the lower cost option.
The staff are committed to successand have focused on libraries. I
LOVE this platform.”More information• Text-chat, 2-way voice• Updated UI, interactive classroom(tutor.com/leo)• Computer / tablet / mobile access• Math / ELA, AP® videos• The Princeton Review® test prep
• ASVAB, math, science, English
practice quizzes• Study skills / parent coaching• Optional session history, favorite tutors
We adhere to FERPA, COPPA, CCPA.
We host many free patron webinars (tutor.com/libraries) and provide numerous
tools for libraries and patrons (tutor.
com/prc/libraries).
HEAR FROM THE JUDGES:“Tutor.com’s product is superb. But
in addition to that, the teams behindthe service are beyond helpful.”More information

Tutor.com

TUTOR.COM
Thanks to library partnerships, K–12, college, grad school, adult ed, and jobseeker patrons can access Tutor.com’s expert,
on-demand 1-to-1 tutoring and dropoff
review services at no cost. We serve an
aggregate LSA of 62M, and we’re proud
to have supported library communities
for 23 years and 25M sessions.
Our mission is to instill hope, advanceequity, and catalyze achievement. Eva
Mitnick (LAPL) wrote: “During the 14
years we have been working with Tutor.
com, customer service has always been
warm, customized, and responsive,
whether we were…needing help withpromotion, or requesting training for our
staff…. Another huge value is the datathat Tutor.com provides to us.”
Leesa Aiken (SCSL) said Tutor.com has“made a huge impact on homes in South
Carolina” (youtu.be/2N-fcuZ2zrQ).
Tutor.com provides:• 1-to-1 tutoring in 100+ subjects andtest-prep areas, including bilingual
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AWE Learning

EARLY LITERACY STATION™ PLATINUM
The Early Literacy Station™ Platinum(ELS Platinum), for ages 2-8, delivers more than 85+ award-winning,
pre-loaded educational software titles
directly on the workstation. With nointernet required, this provides thelibrary’s youngest learners with a safe
learning environment on a digital platform. All content is STREAM-aligned(Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art and Music, and Math). ELS
Platinum is plug-and-play, with little orno interaction from the library staff, andall technical support is handled directly
by AWE Learning.
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Content is delivered on colorful backgrounds with subject-based interfaces foreach of the STREAM areas. The interactive content will keep kids engaged, andmost importantly, they will be learning.
Educational titles include handwriting,e-books (fiction and non-fiction), coding,and so much more. ELS Platinum also
has the ability to add on bundles to offer
more titles on one workstation.
All of AWE Learning’s products
include access to the unique online
Customer Portal allowing staff to easily
view utilization statistics for any given
time. The statistics include seeing which
programs are utilized the most by theyoungest patrons. This data will demonstrate return on investment, as well asplan library programming around areasthat are of most interest to patrons.
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Comprise Technologies
SMART KIOSK PAYMENT CENTER PLUS
Smart Kiosk
Payment Centers
have become an
essential self-service payment
option for many
libraries enablingthem to movemoney handling responsibilities awayfrom staff. Services available using a
Smart Kiosk includes but is not limited
to: releasing and paying for print / copy
output, fines and/or fees, merchandise,tickets, parking permits, makerspace
services, donations, issuing visitor’spasses and sign-up and/or reserving alibrary PC. Implementing these kiosks
will enable library staff to have additionaltime to support new programming rather
than being cashiers.
Our Smart Kiosk Payment Centersoffer patrons a large 15” touchscreenwith enough real estate to show
instructions and graphics; all of which
ensures an optimal self-service experience. Our Kiosks also include a
print preview as well as page selection
to be printed functionality. The new
hardware offers 6 tubes to hold double
the coins! As an option, Comprise canprovide integrated bill recyclers to provide $1 bills as change. Check out our
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easy collection / load / reconciliation
integrated program.
Comprise also offers a cashless version of Smart Kiosk. The cashless Kiosk
comes on a freestanding podium outfitted with a Smart Terminal credit card
reader. These streamlined units offer all
the same great payment options as acash enabled Kiosk for print / copy andmore using credit cards and/or moneyon account.
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Comprise Technologies
SMART MONEY MANAGER POS PLUS
- NEW BROWSER BASED EDITION!
Smart Money
Manager PLUS
(SMM+) is designed to replacea library’s cash
registers while offering a complete,fully integrated
point-of-sale (POS) cashiering system forfinancial transactions specific to a library’s
environment. SMM+ links with ILS softwareand recognizes patron accounts to check,display, and post payments for fine / fee
transactions or other charges. The ILS
integrated feature eliminates dual entry,
reduces errors, and in doing so, saves staff
time while producing audit quality reports.
SMM+ processes cash, checks, or payment
card transactions as well as facilitating
refunds. It displays a list of ILS fees, librarymerchandise, rentals, or other charges
that can be paid through an easy-to-use
interface. In addition, SMM+ offers fine /fee waive capabilities along with the ability
to pay multiple family members’ fines ina single transaction. Comprise offers integrated patron facing credit card readersthat can be on a cellular network as well as
Point-to-Point (P2PE) solutions. SMM+ has
a Clover APP to be used with their line ofpatron interacting credit card readers.
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SMARTPAY
The Comprise SmartPAY online payment solution enables patrons to makepayments and donations to libraries
in a private and simple way. SmartPAY
serves as an online payment gateway
for libraries and links with all leading ILS
products to automatically post payments to patron records and support
easy reconciliation. SmartPAY helps
boost revenue collections by offeringa convenient remote payment optionthat supports easy patron access 24/7.
SmartPAY features: fine and/or fee payments, donations, as well as pre-payment of print accounts, while offering
the library the option to charge a convenience fee. Even if the library building isclosed, with SmartPAY, patrons can complete secure fine / fee or other paymenttransactions, and donors can makecontributions directly at the library’s
website. As a fully hosted service,
SmartPAY meets all the Payment Card
Industry’s Data Security Standards. The
following ILS and Discovery partners
have integrated SmartPAY into their My
Account feature for a single sign-on andseamless payment: Polaris, Koha (underway), Evergreen, Aspen Discovery, andVega Discovery (planned).
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The Crowley Company
CROWLEY USCAN+ ADVANCED
UNIVERSAL FILM SCANNER
Fast, accurate
research tools rule
the library world.
The Crowley UScan+
Advanced Universal
Film Scanner has an
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ing the ability to scan microfilm, microfiche, aperture cards and film negatives.
Ideal for libraries, museums, universities corporate archives, and other organizations, the UScan+ Advanced offers
patrons ease of use, high image quality
and an efficient option to view, capture,
save and send images from multiple
media collections.
To accommodate a wide range ofpatron needs for microform scanning, italso has an adjustable roller that guides
and secures to protect the film, thescanner learns favorite focus and zoom
positions to speed up image access andincludes a one-click instant capture tosave image frames.
The UScan+ Advanced Universal also
includes a RapidScan software option
to automatically advance the film andcapture frames as the film passes overthe camera for batch scanning.
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EBSCO Information Services
FLIPSTER DIGITAL MAGAZINES
Flipster is a digital
magazine platformthat allows people
to browse the latest
issues of popularmagazines, fromany location, courtesy of the library.
Flipster offers an easy, browsable reading experience for people of all ages
and experience levels.
EBSCO recently introduced theredesigned Flipster interface which
offers a more intuitive, accessible anduser-friendly design. With extensive
user research and customer feedback
at the forefront of the design strategy,
the new interface offers library users amore modern and efficient search andreading experience.
The Flipster product team has also
made great strides in accessibility withthe goal of providing a superior digital
magazine reading experience to allreaders. Flipster has received an improved VPAT score, making it easier forlibraries to evaluate the platform. A new
and improved desktop reader has also
been released that allows users to navigate using a keyboard with improved
compatibility with screen readers.

Flipster is accessible from school,
home, work or on the go and can easily
be downloaded for offline reading
using the enhanced Flipster iOS andAndroid apps.
Popular Flipster titles include: The
Atlantic, Better Homes & Gardens,
Bloomberg Businessweek, Consumer Reports, Cricket, Essence, Forbes,
National Geographic, People, Real
Simple, Rolling Stone, Sports Illustrated,
Southern Living, TIME and many others.
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FE Technologies
LIVE SCANNING WAND
The Live Scanning Wandby FE Technologies is agame-changing library
inventory tool that allows
staff to conduct dynamic
inventory and update
the ILS in real time. Witha handheld RFID wandand tablet, library items can be quickly
scanned and processed without leaving the shelves. The wand reads up to
18,000 items per hour, making inventorya breeze. It also identifies exceptions inreal-time (holds, claimed returns, weed
items) instantly directs staff to the relevant ILS screen, and populates the item
number. The wand can be configured tohave multiple profiles (functions) such as
returning items, identifying expired holds
or collection management, and staff on
the library floor select the profile without
requiring input from the library IT team.
It is a genuine switch-on and scan device
that can be used by all library staff at any
time of the day. With its 8-hour battery life, Wi-Fi connectivity, ergonomic
design, versatility, and ability to change
security status the Live Scanning Wand is
a powerful tool for efficient and accurate
inventory management.
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specifically for the unique needs ofpublic libraries of all types—single site,
multi-branch, and consortia. The responsive web interface empowers staff
to connect with patrons and completetasks wherever is most convenient – inthe stacks, at community events, oreven working from home.
Libraries that adopt Polaris quickly see
staff productivity increase, patron satisfaction soar, and experience returns on theirtechnology investment because Polaris
has features designed, built, and improved
year after year by people who know technology and the librarians who use it.
Our libraries report that after implementing the Polaris ILS, staff saw thefollowing changes:• Decreased time spent managing
acquisitions and print serials by 65%• Decreased time spent on catalog
management and maintenance by 70%• Decreased time spent creating reports
by 60%• Increased budget by 5% as a result of
being able to better report on libraryvalue to the community
With a reliable customer support
team, available 24/7/365 by phone oronline, Polaris libraries can conveniently
find the help they need from one of our
in-house librarians, technical support
teams, or online resources.
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POLARIS
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Webinars
LibraryWorks webinars assist librarians, administratorsand managers in all types of libraries as they deal with
day-to-day and strategic challenges.
SCHEDULE
Schedule is Communico’s appointment
management module. Schedule saves
valuable staff time by allowing customers to schedule a host of appointments.
When you think of using Schedule
to book a person, place, or thing thepossibilities become endless. For
example: curbside pickup, makerspacestations, notary and passport services,computer stations, social worker and tax
assistance appointments, one-to-one
assistance in areas like genealogy, techhelp, and tutoring - all with the flexibility for both in-person, fully virtual, andhybrid options.
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