Solid, safe, secure

the long version

What is the best site for a new archives building? What should I look for when selecting an existing building? How can I maintain ideal environmental conditions? Should I install sprinklers? What special features does a building require in the tropics? What should be salvaged first in a disaster? All these questions and more are answered in this book. whether you are seeking to construct a purpose-built repository, adapt an existing building, or already working in conditions that are less than perfect, this book has advice for you. (From back cover).