Preserving cultural heritage
Digitization equals access: anytime, anywhere, and for generations to come.
To preserve collections, various objects, or fragile documents for the future, high-quality digitizations are the only option. Today, the quality of digitization is better and more effective than ever. We use an advanced digitization method that is far more material-friendly than previous methods. In close cooperation with our partner PhaseOne, we can offer maximum data consistency in the best quality.
Whether you have a small specialized collection or a large heterogenous compilation of objects and information, we offer individual solutions according to your specifications.
This is our strength: We create your individual workflow with maximum effectivity and in the highest quality.
Since 2009, we have digitized more than 10,000 diverse objects for our client Adidas in Herzogenaurach, Germany. Among these objects are 3,500 articles of clothing in high-grade Hollowman-Representations. More than 50,000 individual images that compose an accessible and consistent visual language.
We create custom-made solutions for your collection
We work closely with you to compile a clearly defined catalogue of parameters and requirements for the system and the digitization process. At the same time, we continue to focus on the data and their future use and benefits. Precision, care and respect for every object and format at the highest technical level are our utmost priority. Comparability and accuracy, data consistency and usability are key factors in our service.
We think beyond the technically accurate reproduction. We work with you to create a visual language made for your exhibition yet not drawing attention away from the exhibits themselves. Precise documentation may enhance, not oppose, an appealing graphic design. We offer suitable lighting in its most material-friendly form, may this be photoflash or continuous lighting. No objects are subjected to unnecessary strain.
In cooperation with our partners Leica and Phase One Cultural Heritage, we guarantee the best possible technical representation. Both our hardware and our software solutions are on the highest level and are continuously refined. This allows for custom-made solutions for special cases and hard-to-handle objects.
Trust in our extensive expertise and experience, as well as our highly developed equipment for a professional result that is fit for the future.
Modular, mobile, flexible
Our digitization system is based on a single technical platform:
For your project, we offer two-dimensional templates in different sizes, transparent originals such as filmstrips in various formats, but also 3D-objects in any shape or form. This may be on a rotary disk or as a spherical digitization, all according to your specifications. We develop consistent HiRes data sets that are compatible with all established graphic editors. The underlying raw image formats offer the highest resolution, optimal depth of color, high dynamic range, and comply with all current standardizations.
Further processing into your desired file format is automated for all data sets. We also offer the implementation for digital watermarks or branding, as well as the conversion into future-proof formats.
We will find the best solution for you, may the digital originate from a large format negative, from a hanging oil painting in an exhibit, or from a sculpture or historical architecture. Do not hesitate to contact us!
Advantages of our digitization concepts:
Mobility and flexibility through modularity
Material-friendly, custom-made solutions for every collection, with competent and careful handling of the originals, optimized lighting etc.
Consistent data sets due to our cooperation with leading software and hardware manufacturers
Suitable for three-dimensional objects, reproductions of two-dimensional originals such as oil paintings, as well as transparent originals such as filmstrips or film negatives
All data sets are generated with one consistent digitization system and software
Invest into a modular system that is readily extendible with great usability and automated processes
Unequaled data quality true to detail and color
