Automated returns enable staff to focus on more meaningful interactions with users
Modular solutions perfect for libraries of any size
Automatically update user accounts and security
Flexible configurations create custom solutions
Allow for convenient
24/7 access
Handle all library materials with ease
Many customizations allow libraries to create the perfect return & sorting solution for their unique library, space & needs
flex AMH
Works with your preferred technology
flex bulkSeparator
Return multiple items at once
flex transportationSystems
Move items across multiple floors
flexBin
Sort into large spacious bins
flex autoBin
Always keep items at the top of the bin
flex stackingCart
Sort into neatly organized carts
Learn from libraries who benefit from bibliotheca return & sorting solutions
Intelligent shelving
What is intelligent shelving?
Using RFID antennas integrated into shelving, the smartShelf immediately identifies returned items, automatically enables the security and removes the item from the user’s account.
This ensures users can immediately check out new materials and the returned items are put back into circulation instantaneously.
This ensures users can immediately check out new materials and the returned items are put back into circulation instantaneously.
Immediately ready for check-out
Without having to wait, multiple patrons can return items simultaneously. Once items are placed on the shelf, smartShelf automates the rest of the process. By continuously scanning the shelves to check for newly placed items, there is no need to limit the amount of items placed on the shelves at one time. This creates the ultimate convenience for those users who want to come in and start browsing for their next read right away without having to wait on return processing.
Increase circulation + awareness
of your collection
of your collection
Without the time needed for staff processing, the smartShelf allows your items to be circulated more efficiently and can increase the awareness of your collection, as people like to see what others are reading and returning, so having a “lucky day” collection can expose titles to your users that they may not have come across in the traditional stacks.
Eliminate queues
Our intelligent RFID shelving system makes returning library items quick and easy for users while displaying recently returned items for immediate checkout. Eliminating the need for staff handling, library users return items simply by placing them on the shelves where ILS/MLS records and security are automatically updated. The smartShelf can handle all types of library materials and is perfect for small libraries and high-demand collections.
Learn more about bibliotheca return + sorting solutions with our downloadable brochures & datasheets
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