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Posted by Josh Jones (Member # 447) on 01-21-2001, 04:09 PM:

Does anyone have plans on how to build a film rack for reels only? Suggestions would even help

Josh

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Posted by John Pytlak (Member # 331) on 01-22-2001, 06:22 AM:

As older theatres close, some may be selling their film racks (cabinets) as used equipment. In the days of flammable nitrate film, an approved fire-proof film cabinet was mandatory.

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Posted by Greg Mueller (Member # 17) on 01-22-2001, 08:08 AM:

I saw a collector use 2X4s and 3/4 water pipe (galvanized or black iron, whatever). He made what resembled two ladders with the 2X4s, except the flat side of the board away from each other. Then he drilled holes for the water pipes to go through. The pipes went between the two "ladders". The reels stood up on the water pipes and were craddled by the pipes so they couldn't go forward or backward and wouldn't fall over. I can't remember what he did for lateral stiffness between the ladders, but you could fasten them at floor and ceiling and that would do it. It was very strong and utilized space very well

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Posted by Pete Lawrence (Member # 130) on 01-22-2001, 08:27 AM:

I built a rack some time ago that is exactly like Greg describes. 2 X 4s on the sides and 3/4" iron pipe to support the reels. I also boxed the the outside with plywood in an effort to help keep dust off of the reels. The plywood also stiffens the whole thing up. A real Home Depot special, but it works ok. Josh, I can send you a picture if your interested. Now the arguement is should you really store films on end or lay them down. I think they should really lay flat for long term storage. Just make sure the film is wound evenly.

Posted by John Pytlak (Member # 331) on 01-22-2001, 09:32 AM:

Rolls of film should not be stored on-end for long term storage. Laying rolls flat is best. Vented or "breathing" containers are best to vent acid vapors from any "vinegar syndrome". If sealed cans are used, Molecular Sieves will adsorb moisture and any acid vapors. Kodak publication H-23 "The Book of Film Care" has much information on the proper care and storage of film:
http://www.kodak.com/US/en/motion/support/technical/care.shtml
http://www.kodak.com/US/en/motion/support/technical/storage2.shtml#extend