LEID Products Library Express   Extend library hours or offer self-service library branch locations in community centers, retirement communities, commuter stations, malls, and more. Patrons order materials online or through LEID’s ‘iLibrary‟ kiosk, then pick-up 24/7 through LEID’s electronic locker system.

Ribbon cutting ceremony  for the "Library Express Sadieville."

LEID’s Library Express Solution earning rave reviews - “It's a changing world and we know that the public library needs to change to meet our community's needs. We are looking for more ways to save time, money and energy for our patrons.” - Earlene H. Arnett, Director of Scott County Public Library. Click to see the full article ‘Get On Board: Library Express Sadieville’.

LEID Products offers a brand new cost effective solution to help Libraries increase circulation. With public libraries facing budget cuts at the same time the demand for services is increasing due to cost conscious families focused on saving money while still trying to keep family members enriched and entertained. Making library materials more accessible to all patrons has become a top priority.

LEID Products new iLibrary Computer Kiosk interfaces with our Electronic Modular Access Units to offer a total "Express Library" solution. Patrons can access the Library through the iLibrary Computer Kiosk and browse for the materials to reserve. Using their library card number they are able to reserve materials to be picked up from the electronic lockers. The patron receives an email with access code when their materials are available for pick up. Returns can be made to a convenient book drop.

The "Washington County Library Express" was recently introduced at Hugo City Hall in Hugo, Minnesota. Library Director Patricia Conley called the Library Express an innovative new way to deliver services to areas where a full-service library may not be close by. She noted that this could also be an option for expanding library service in times of tight budgets and in diverse locations, such as transit centers.

"This is a new system for us, the first in the state, and we're excited about the possibilities," Conley said. "We're cooperating with Carver County Library, and applied for a federal grant together and will share what we learn. Carver County is installing an Express Library in the City of Victoria. We hope this will be seen as a model for local governments working together to provide service more efficiently."

The Washington and Carver County project was made possible by a grant from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Minnesota Department of Education, State Library Services.

For the full Washington County news release please click here.