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To scan a book without damaging it, follow these steps. We now offer an option to request a free 10page sample scan of your book within 24 hours. Provided you have ordered destructive book scanning, we will remove the binding of your book, and scan it with our high speed scanners. Book scanning destructive vs nondestructive what you. Non destructive book scanning binding remains intact our book scanners are manually operated by an experienced member of staff, all pages are carefully turned before a glass platen holds the page flat for scanning. This service is ideal for large books or books that are in a fragile condition. Archive and protect books with digital scanning digiscribe. The developed scanner is fully operational, however one major. The idea of book scanning has captured the imaginations of people all over the world.
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