----------------------------Original message---------------------------- David Cobb writes: >I am somewhat surprised that various map collections have not >investigated a cooperative agreement with a commercial copying center for >their xerographic needs. Not meaning to sond catty, but how many map libraries are near copying hubs like Harvard Square? I've found in my limited travels amongst campuses that I've had to do some scrounging to find large-format copiers. They are becoming more common, but which copy places actually have them on site varies from place to place. And in many cases, the best copy centers are at least a mile or two from campus. And prices are going up. The local copy shop (in Lebanon, NH) I used to get large-format copies from just doubled their prices (they went through their pricing scheme and discovered they were losing money). On the other hand, the Kinko's in Berkeley has a self-serve large format (reducing, even!), which makes the prices much lower. But I'd question whether Map libraries would want their patrons wrecking old maps by jamming them into a self-serve copier... Nat Case Hedberg Maps, Inc White RIver Junction, VT