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SmallCorp Partners with VariGuard to Protect Abraham Lincoln's Handwritten Gettysburg Address
Globenewswire· 2025-11-19 18:50
Company Overview - SmallCorp, based in Greenfield, Massachusetts, specializes in designing and manufacturing archival exhibit cases, museum-quality picture frames, and conservation products for the display and protection of historic objects [9] - VariGuard SmartGlass utilizes patented SPD-Smart light-control technology developed by Research Frontiers Inc., providing electronically dimmable conservation glass that limits light exposure to artifacts [11] Product Innovation - SmallCorp has developed a custom conservation display case for the Gettysburg Address, featuring electronically dimmable SPD-SmartGlass from VariGuard, allowing for extended exhibit periods while meeting strict conservation requirements [5][6] - The SPD-SmartGlass can change from light-blocking to transparent at the touch of a button, blocking over 99.5% of incoming visible light and UV radiation, thus protecting the document from damage [6][8] Visitor Experience - The interactive experience created by the SmallCorp case allows visitors to anticipate the reveal of the Gettysburg Address, enhancing engagement while ensuring the document's protection [7] - The case's design not only safeguards the manuscript but also creates a memorable experience for visitors each time the glass is activated [7][8]