ARTEX Conservation Facilities
The ARTEX Conservation Laboratory is housed in a spacious, modern studio space in the Washington, DC area. ARTEX provides museum standard environmental controls, security system, and fire protection, in addition to excellent storage capabilities and an adjacent crating workshop. The laboratory is equipped with Nederman fume extraction system, 6x9 ft Museum Services Corporation heated suction table, surgical microscope, and portable digital microscope. The examination and photography studio is outfitted with 35 mm and digital cameras, professional photographic lights, and ultraviolet light units. The laboratory has north-facing light exposure, large access doorways, and adjacent loading dock.
