3M teams up with AGI Polymatrix to deliver DVD and CD security solution to libraries

3M, the diversified technology company and AGI Polymatrix, a MeadWestvaco Corp. resource, have announced a strategic marketing alliance under which 3M will offer the unique Red Tag DVD and CD security solution to libraries.

3M’s Library Systems business, a long-trusted supplier of library productivity, security and information management solutions, and AGI Polymatrix, a world leader in DVD and CD media packaging, together will help the library industry address one of its most pressing concerns. That is the protection and management of rapidly growing DVD and CD collections.

“DVDs and CDs represent the highest loss area for libraries and we’re pleased to expand the suite of security solutions 3M offers libraries to help control collection shrinkage,” said Rory Yanchek, Global Business Manager, 3M Library Systems. “3M’s alliance with AGI provides a simple solution for a very complex problem. By discouraging theft, libraries are able to reduce material-replacement costs and spend that money elsewhere.”

The proven Red Tag system is simple to implement and works in conjunction with standard DVD and CD cases. A red tag inserted into the media case locks both the disk (onto the case) and the case (closed). Only the special unlocking device can quickly and easily remove the red tag and free the disk for library customers. For maximum security 3M electromagnetic strips and radio frequency identification tags can also be incorporated into the Red Tag system.