Atlanta, Ga., October 12, 2026: Equinox Open Library Initiative, a trusted leader in open source technology development and support for libraries, is pleased to announce its implementation of Aspen Discovery for Branch District Library. Aspen Discovery is a highly customizable, open source discovery layer that makes exploring library collections engaging and intuitive.

“Partnering with Equinox is always a great experience, and this Aspen rollout is no exception,” said John Rucker, Library Director at Branch District Library. “We are so excited about our new catalog glow-up with Aspen! This one-stop shop will make it easier than ever for our users to discover all the materials and services we offer.”

Branch District Library was founded in 1991 and serves Michigan’s Branch County and Allen Township residents through its six branch libraries. Equinox and Branch District Library have worked together since 2018. Learn more about Branch District Library at: https://branchdistrictlibrary.org/.

“Combining Aspen Discovery’s incredible features and Equinox’s expert support is a win for patrons and library staff,” said Rogan Hamby, Equinox’s Data and Project Manager. “We are thrilled to offer a new way to connect Branch District Library with their patrons.”

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For more information:
Laura Barry
Communications Coordinator
Equinox Open Library Initiative
EquinoxOLI.org
laura.barry@equinoxOLI.org
877.OPEN.ILS (877.673.6457)

About Equinox Open Library Initiative
Equinox Open Library Initiative is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and is the successor to Equinox Software, Inc. Equinox’s mission as a nonprofit is to promote and support a thriving ecosystem for open source library communities in order to provide libraries worldwide with innovative open source solutions. Equinox is devoted to reducing barriers to library technology and services, expanding library access to open source software, and providing high quality technology, consulting, and support services. To learn more, please visit https://www.equinoxOLI.org.

About Aspen Discovery
Aspen Discovery is an open source discovery layer that powerfully gathers all of a library’s resources together into a single search. Aspen Discovery provides comprehensive access to the entirety of a library’s holdings, pulling in data from the ILS and licensed databases. For more information on Aspen Discovery: https://www.equinoxoli.org/products/aspen-discovery/.