# Microfilm

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Can the microfilm be indexed?

Yes. Once we have retrieved the data from the scanning process, we can index this information in your preferred format.

### What if the microfilm is damaged? Can it still be scanned?

This depends on the level of damage but if it is readable with the human-eye, it can be reproduced.

### How are the digital images returned?

Images can be sent in a number of ways, whether digitally, using a cloud sharing platform, or hand-delivered, in a hard-drive or USB stick. Preferred methods are usually either: an encrypted HDD delivered securely to the customer, a digital download link, an SFTP transfer, or DVD/CD (for smaller jobs). We can integrate with your current workflows or provide [cloud storage](/document-management/store/cloud) to facilitate the delivery of images.

### What formats do you offer scanned files?

We will work with you to decide on the best format to suit your requirements. These include:

- TIFF
- JPG
- HTML
- PDF
- Searchable PDF
- Microsoft Word

### Can the images be transferred to a cloud management system?

Yes. Another service we offer is the installation of [bespoke cloud management systems](/document-management/store/cloud) that are designed to meet the needs and requirements of our clients. Find out more about our [cloud management services](/document-management/store/cloud).

### Which locations do you serve?

We operate nationwide working closely with businesses and organisations throughout the UK.

### How do I get my microfilm to you?

We have two options. You can deliver your microfilm to our premises, or, we can arrange collection using our track, unmarked vans from your preferred location.

### How do I get started?

[Get in touch](/contact) for a friendly chat to discuss your project's requirements. We can provide a digitised sample of your aperture cards free of charge to ensure it meets your satisfaction.

### Can I have confidential microfilms scanned?

Absolutely, up to 80 per cent of the work we do at Microfilm is confidential, which means we enforce the tightest security and disclosure measures.

### Can microfilm scans be placed on a public-facing document management system?

Having worked with a range of public-facing institutions and organisations, including museums and libraries, we have designed and created a range of management systems that are built with public use in mind.

### Why choose Microform?

Here at Microform, we have over 50 years’ experience in the microfiche and image scanning industry. 

Having been used by a range of businesses, organisations, charities, and medical, legal, and academic institutions, we have become one of the most trusted and sought after image scanning companies in the UK. 

This means that we are well experienced when it comes to the handling of both private and sensitive documents including legal, financial, medical, rare, and old records. 

Additionally, for customers that do not wish to have their documents returned, we also provide a secure document destruction and recycling service. An option used by clients that have no further use of their documents, we ensure the security of our private shredding, compacting and recycling facilities. 

For more information on our A1 and large format scanning service, or our document destruction service, call us on 01904 825 700 or go to our contact page. 

Otherwise you can email us at hello@microform.digital


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