[Nhcoll-l] Specimen loan packaging

[William Simpson]

Hi Mandy,

We put specimens in sealed plastic bags, and then wrap each one with 
thick polyester batting to pad it.   I'll look for the specs on this and 
send them to you.

Best,

Bill



On 9/3/19 2:11 PM, Mandy Reid wrote:

> I am wondering whether anyone has been able to source a non-organic 
> (hence non-insect attracting) packaging material for cushioning 
> specimen loans other than styrofoam beads or plastic bubble wrap?
> Thanks
> Mandy
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> Dr Mandy Reid
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