Storing Your Paper
The environment in which paper is stored and the manner in which it is handled directly affects its performance. Paper responds to moisture and temperature fluctuations of its environment. A controlled environment guarantees that the paper's electrostatic properties remain constant; resulting in consistent, quality performance print after print. Georgia-Pacific wraps its paper rolls as soon as possible, to maintain the moisture content at which the paper was manufactured and to protect it from damage. All of Georgia-Pacific's reams are wrapped to keep paper at its peak performance.
Here are some tips for handling and storing your paper:
- Store paper in a place that replicates the environment of a copy room; avoid storing in locations that are damp or not heated.
- Keep paper away from heating pipes and overhead water pipes.
- Never store paper in direct sunlight or near windows and exterior doorways.
- Maintain a controlled temperature in your home during weekends and holidays.
- Use pallets or cabinets for storing rather than concrete floors.
- Store paper cartons flat to avoid damaged ends.
- Avoid stacking paper so high that bottom sheets are compressed.
- Provide adequate space for paper storage to minimize damaged stock.
- Be careful not to drop the paper cartons.
- Use your oldest stock first; mark the purchase or receipt date on the wrapper or label.
- Don't open cartons or reams until the paper is ready to be used.
- Re-seal all open reams and cartons.
- Keep paper labels to identify stock until it is use.