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Pest management: Seminar on Integrated Pest Management
On April 14, 2026, Stephan Biebl (Ingenieurbüro für Holzschutz und Fachberatung für Schädlingsbekämpfung) conducted a compact training course on Integrated Pest Management (IPM) at the KIT Library. The course, which focused on museums and archives, was initiated by the Archive for Architecture and Civil Engineering (saai) and organized jointly with the KIT Archive.
The seminar focused on practical strategies for preventing and controlling typical pests in collections. A central principle is the prioritization of collections, as not all objects can be protected to the maximum at the same time. Biebl recommended simple but effective solutions for quarantine, such as storing infested objects in bathtubs or clean plastic crates. In addition, it was suggested that a quarantine station should be institutionalized at the in-house mailroom, as pests are often introduced via deliveries.
Other measures include the use of double-sided adhesive tape for monitoring, regular cleaning to reduce food sources and the use of temperature data loggers. Paperfish can be used as indicators of problematic Divisions. On the subject of mould, it was emphasized that experts should be consulted in the event of major infestations.
Various methods are available to combat this, including thermal methods, nitrogen treatment and oxygen removal. In addition, advice was given on monitoring, documentation and standards such as DIN EN 16790.
Further information can be found on the platform museumsschaedlinge.de.
The course offered participants numerous practical insights and valuable recommendations for action. Many useful tips and concrete measures were met with great interest by those present.
