core scanning service
black and white positive   scanning
Black and white positives, including certain specialized transparency materials, require careful treatment to preserve the full visual character of the original. These materials can be less common, more fragile or more specialized in tonal behavior than standard film workflows, so each case is assessed individually.
  • core scanning service – black and white positives
  • core scanning service – black and white positives
  • core scanning service – black and white positives
  • core scanning service – black and white positives
core scanning service - black and white positive
Black and white positives, including certain specialized transparency materials, require careful treatment to preserve the full visual character of the original. These materials can be less common, more fragile or more specialized in tonal behavior than standard film workflows, so each case is assessed individually.
If you have an unusual black and white transparency or positive original, we recommend contacting us before shipping.
core scanning service
black and white positive
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step - 1
Receiving and condition check
Each order is assessed for format, physical condition, storage-related issues and handling risks.
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Receiving and  
condition check
Each order is assessed for format, physical condition, storage-related issues and handling risks.
step - 2
Cleaning and anti-static preparation
Dust and loose particles are reduced before scanning using appropriate anti-static tools and methods.
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Cleaning and  
anti-static preparation
Dust and loose particles are reduced before scanning using appropriate anti-static tools and methods.
step - 3
Selection and test scans
When required, we help identify the most suitable frames and create preliminary scans for discussion.
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Selection and  
test scans
When required, we help identify the most suitable frames and create preliminary scans for discussion.
step - 4
Workflow approval
Scanner choice, resolution, output goals and optional corrections are clarified before final capture.
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Workflow  
approval
Scanner choice, resolution, output goals and optional corrections are clarified before final capture.
step - 5
Final high-resolution scanning
The selected originals are scanned using the agreed method and quality level.
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Final  
high-resolution scanning
The selected originals are scanned using the agreed method and quality level.
step - 6
Optional finishing and return
Retouching, print preparation, printing, framing or return packaging can be arranged as needed.
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Optional finishing  
and return
Retouching, print preparation, printing, framing or return packaging can be arranged as needed.