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The E-Sylum: Volume 4, Number 23, June 3, 2001, Article 5 ANA LIBRARY INSTALLS MECHANICAL SHELVES According to a May 24th Press Release from the American Numismatic Association: "New rolling bookshelves have been installed in the American Numismatic Association's (ANA) Library in Colorado Springs, Colorado, as work continues on the $3 million renovation of the ANA Library and Money Museum. "The mechanical bookshelves, which were installed in the lower level of the ANA's library, will increase exponentially the amount of material that can be stored on conventional library shelving," says Librarian Nancy Green. The nine new bookshelves from Spacesaver roll on tracks built into the floor. At first glance, the shelves look like an extension of the wall because they slide right up against one another. However, the shelves can be moved as a unit, or separated by cranking what looks like a spin opener on a safe. A stack can be moved away from the others to reveal a temporary four-foot aisle, instead of a permanent aisle between each stack. This aisle provides plenty of room for any browser to locate materials. The stacks also are equipped with safety devices, to protect users and enhance usability. The moveable shelving offers access to the frequently used valuable auction catalogs, according to Green. The first books that were placed on these shelves were catalogs from ANA sales. The ANA is conducting a fund drive to raise donations for the mechanical bookshelves as well as the rest of the remodeling project. "

Wayne Homren, Editor

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