Microfilm Scanners

Microfilm Scanners

Mekel Australia is a trusted Australian distributor of microfilm scanners and products for the digitisation of all types of microforms — including microfilm, microfiche, microcards, jacketed fiche, film cartridges and aperture cards.

Our Range

Crowley C400 Advanced Aperture Card Scanner

Next-Gen Aperture Card Scanner

C400 Advanced Scanner

The next-gen C400 Advanced aperture card scanner is several steps above previous models with an upgraded camera system, larger input hopper, and improved internal mechanics. This scanner efficiently digitises all 35mm microfilm aperture card formats, including punch Hollerith data.


As the only production aperture card scanner available on the market, the C400 Advanced delivers superior image quality, user-friendly operation, and increased speed. It also offers an automatic feed system that scans batches of 300 cards unattended — doubling the previous model's capacity — or manual feeding for on-demand card capture. Also included are advanced image enhancement and editing tools, which provide flexibility and ease when scanning aperture cards.


Once scanned, you can instantly access data from aperture cards for viewing, printing, emailing, distribution, or storage. Aperture card readers allow for the easy digitisation of this valuable medium.

  • NEW Double the card hopper capacity of the previous model (150 cards to 300 cards) for increased efficiency and automation
  • NEW Enhanced camera and light source for excellent image quality and clarity
  • NEW Updated internal design for improved serviceability, resulting in quick and infrequent maintenance
  • Affordable
  • High-quality images at full resolution
  • Hollerith (punch) data is automatically read and used to select drawing sizes and file names, if required
  • On-demand and batch scanning modes included as standard features
  • Save both bitonal and grayscale images from one single scan
  • Virtual rescan automatically reprocesses the scanned image with alternative imaging parameters, eliminating the need for rescans
  • Capable of scanning any ISO aperture card with no extras or modifications to purchase
  • Included C400 Advanced software allows resizing, enhancements and other image editing

C400 Advanced PC Specifications

 

  • Processor: Minimum/Recommended – Intel Core i7 (6th generation and above)
  • Memory: Minimum/Recommended – 16 GB or more
  • Hard Drives: 120 GB SATA
  • Operating System: Windows 10 and 11 Pro (64 bit only with Intel Processor)
  • USB Interface: USB 3.0

The Crowley Company pursues a policy of continuous product improvement and reserves the right to change these specifications without notice.

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Mekel MACH Mini Fiche Portable Microfiche Scanner

A Microfiche Scanner with Big Scanning Power in a Small Frame

Mekel MACH Mini Fiche Portable Microfiche Scanner

The MACH Mini Fiche offers the same impressive image quality and flexible software capabilities as the industry-acclaimed Mekel Technology MACH7 but in a small, compact model. It has the capability to convert all formats of microfiche and aperture cards to easily usable digital files and is suited for institutions with smaller microfiche collections or those with multiple divisions or branches that all require scanning capabilities.

Microfiche options. Supports all standard aperture card and fiche types including: standard or long jackets; COM; AB Dick; Ultra Fiche and Microx; 16/35mm; combo 16/35mm; simplex or duplex; positive or negative; diazo; silver; vesicular; duplicates; cine/comic mode formats.


Portability. A small footprint and rugged design make it easy to transport the MACH Mini from department to department or off-site for branch or client scanning projects to eliminate shipment costs and concerns.


Line Array camera. A full 8,192-pixel CCD line array camera captures high-quality images.


Resolution. 100-600 true optical dpi with 4x-96x reduction ratio.

Interested in more production-level microfiche scanning? 

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MACH Mini Fiche Microfiche Scanner recommended PC Specifications


  • Processor: Intel Xeon Processor W-2235
  • Memory: 16 GB or more
  • Hard Drives: OS Drive – 256G SSD; Payload Drives – 2x1TB 7200rpm; SATA Hard Drives
  • DVD/CD Drive: Recommended
  • Monitor: 24″ Dell Monitor
  • Graphics Card: Quadro P620, 2GB
  • Operating System: Windows 10 Pro (64 bit only with Intel Processor)
  • USB Interface: 3.0

The Crowley Company pursues a policy of continuous product improvement and reserves the right to change these specifications without notice.

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Mekel MACH Mini Film Portable Microfilm Scanner

Portable Microfilm Scanner with Production-Level Capabilities

Mekel MACH Mini

The Mekel MACH Mini Film Portable Microfilm Scanner is a breakthrough compact production, portable microfilm scanner with the smallest footprint in its class at 15 x 16 x 8 inches (36.9 x 40.7 x 19.7 cm). 


Drawing on the highly acclaimed scanning and processing power of the Mekel Technology MACH-Series microfilm scanners, the MACH Mini Film delivers fast and precise microfilm capture without the physical space requirements of a larger production scanner. The MACH Mini Film portable microfilm scanner is the perfect solution for entities with microfilm archives, such as small-to-midsize service bureaus, archives, and government agencies, among many others.

  • NEW! Optical character recognition (OCR)
  • Speed. Captures 500 images per minute (ipm)
  • Microfilm options. Scan 100′ and 215′ microfilm in open spool or 3M/ANSI-C cartridges (optional)
  • Portability. A small footprint and rugged design make it easy to transport the MACH Mini from department to department or off-site for branch or client scanning projects to eliminate shipment costs and concerns.
  • Line Array camera. A full 8,192 pixel CCD line array camera captures high-quality images
  • Resolution. 100-600 true optical dpi with 4x-96x reduction ratio
  • IMAGEhost compatible

MACH-Series Microfilm Scanner Recommended PC Specifications


  • Processor: Intel Xeon Processor W-2235
  • Memory: 16 GB or more
  • Hard Drives: OS Drive – 256G SSD; Payload Drives – 2x1TB 7200rpm; SATA Hard Drives
  • DVD/CD Drive: Recommended
  • Monitor: 24″ Dell Monitor
  • Graphics Card: Quadro P620, 2GB
  • Operating System: Windows 10 Pro (64 bit only with Intel Processor)
  • USB Interface: 3.0

The Crowley Company pursues a policy of continuous product improvement and reserves the right to change these specifications without notice.

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Mekel MACH10 Microfilm Scanner

High-Performance Microfilm Scanner with Media Flexibility

Mekel MACH1 Microfilm Scanner

The Mekel MACH10 microfilm scanner offers an unparalleled combination of speed and image quality, with the capability of capturing over 700 images per minute. Since creating the first microfilm scanner more than 40 years ago, Mekel has earned its reputation as a global leader in microform digitisation hardware and software with the MACH10 roll film microfilm scanners. These scanners are trusted by archives, libraries, governmental institutions, and other entities all over the world for all types of 16mm and 35mm microfilm digitisation.


Each scanner in the MACH-Series incorporates the groundbreaking Quantum software suite. Regardless of what the technology is called, as long as it involves full-roll ribbon or full-fiche scanning, QuantumScan and QuantumProcess technologies deliver superior advantages in terms of image capture, quality, processing, and cost savings.

  • NEW! Optical character recognition with QuantumProcess
  • Windows 10 support
  • FADGI-rated capture
  • Up to 600 dpi true optical resolution
  • Scan speeds under three minutes per 100’ roll
  • Compatible with IMAGEhost microfilm hosting platform
  • Full-roll strip scanning technology
  • Safely scans microfilm in various states of composition, including film inflicted with vinegar syndrome
  • Vertically-aligned film transport for enhanced stability
  • Made in USA
  • Direct path imaging camera, film and light source
  • Standard 1,000’ adapter, high-speed rewind and film cleaning rollers
  • Real-time image sharpening and enhancement
  • Easy software and equipment upgrades

MACH-Series Microfilm Scanner Recommended PC Specifications:


  • Processor: Intel Xeon Processor W-2235
  • Memory: 16 GB or more
  • Hard Drives: OS Drive – 256G SSD; Payload Drives – 2x1TB 7200rpm; SATA Hard Drives
  • DVD/CD Drive: Recommended
  • Monitor: 24″ Dell Monitor
  • Graphics Card: Quadro P620, 2GB
  • Operating System: Windows 10 Pro (64 bit only with Intel Processor)
  • USB Interface: 3.0

The Crowley Company pursues a policy of continuous product improvement and reserves the right to change these specifications without notice.

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Mekel MACH7 Microfiche Scanner

High Speed & High Quality Microfiche Scanner

Mekel MACH7 Microfiche Scanner

The Mekel MACH7 microfiche scanner represents the latest advancement in Mekel Technology's illustrious line of digitisation products. It is capable of processing various microfiche, aperture card and jacket formats, and can produce high-quality images at remarkable speeds from even the most challenging film mediums.


The MACH7 is the scanner of choice for service bureaus, institutions, agencies and other end-users that need to digitise large volumes of microfiche records. It has set the industry benchmark and is celebrated as the most automated, reliable, and user-friendly production microfiche scanner available in the market.


Its standout features include a specialised fiche pick-up arm and batch scanning modes for rapid, uninterrupted scanning, and full fiche pre-scan to guarantee first-pass capture of all images. Other noteworthy features include serpentine scanning for increased throughput, optical character recognition (OCR) of image text, and superior aperture card capture with an optional top lamp.

  • NEW! Serpentine scanning for increased throughput
  • NEW! Optical character recognition (OCR) of image text
  • NEW! OCR title naming using text recognition from the title bar
  • NEW! Enhanced aperture card capture with optional top lamp
  • NEW! Windows 10 support
  • Manual and/or automated microfiche loading and unloading
  • Intelligent single-pass pre-scan locates all images of various sizes in seconds without the need for presets/wizards
  • Unmatched throughput speeds of up to 200 images per minute whether scanning grayscale, bitonal or dual grayscale/bitonal
  • Full fiche or title bar scan (opaque and transparent) with no loss in overall throughput
  • Made in USA
  • Real-time hardware image sharpening and enhancement 
  • Scans all standard aperture card and fiche types including COM and jacket
  • Up to 600 dpi true optical resolution

MACH-Series Microfiche Scanner Recommended PC Specifications:

 

  • Processor: Intel Xeon Processor W-2235
  • Memory: 16 GB or more
  • Hard Drives: OS Drive – 256G SSD; Payload Drives – 2x1TB 7200rpm; SATA Hard Drives
  • DVD/CD Drive: Recommended
  • Monitor: 24″ Dell Monitor
  • Graphics Card: Quadro P620, 2GB
  • Operating System: Windows 10 Pro (64 bit only with Intel Processor)
  • USB Interface: 3.0

The Crowley Company pursues a policy of continuous product improvement and reserves the right to change these specifications without notice.

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