Fast, Accurate Solutions for
Library and Archive Digitization
Hardware and Services for Any Collection Type, Capture Requirement or Budget Need.
As libraries and archives face growing demands to preserve and provide access to their collections, digitization has become a vital solution. From rare books to historical records, converting physical materials into digital formats ensures their protection, expands accessibility, and improves discoverability. With the right tools and expertise, libraries can create high-quality digital archives that serve both current and future generations, preserving invaluable cultural heritage for years to come. The Crowley Company’s diverse range of award-winning scanners and services supports libraries and archives globally, helping them transform their physical collections into digital formats for wider accessibility.
The Need for Digitization
Libraries are home to valuable, often fragile, materials that need protection from deterioration. Whether it’s rare historical documents, local newspapers, or community archives, digitization helps libraries safeguard these resources while making them accessible to researchers, educators, and the public. It also provides an invaluable backup to ensure preservation in case of natural disasters or unforeseen damage.
Crowley’s Library-Focused Solutions
Crowley offers a range of library digitization solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of libraries. From our high-resolution scanners designed to handle delicate materials to our user-friendly digitization services, we provide libraries with everything they need to convert their physical collections into digital formats. Our solutions are specifically engineered to ensure high-quality, long-lasting digital archives while maintaining the integrity of original materials.
Digitization Services and Image Hosting
Digitization Services
Since 1980, The Crowley Company has provided digitization services for library and archive collections, including:
IMAGEhost Digital Image Hosting Platform
- Cost-efficient platform for viewing microfilm and microfiche collection images
- Displays collections in their original format
- Accessed via a user-friendly platform with editing, saving and sharing capabilities
On-Demand Book and Microform Scanners
Zeutschel zeta
Book Scanner
- Industry favorite researcher/walk-up scanner for flat or bound material
- Large touchscreen and intuitive software for easy operation
- Fast output options to USB, email, cloud and more
UScan+ Advanced
On-Demand Film Scanner
- Compatible with all transmissive film media (microfilm, aperture cards, microfiche, slides, negatives, etc.)
- High-quality 20 MP active pixel area array sensor
- Up to 2400 dpi resolution
Production Microfilm Scanners
MACH Mini
Microfilm Scanner
- Portable microfilm production scanner with the smallest footprint in its scanner class
- Scan up to 350 images per minute
- Scans all formats of 16/35 mm microfilm
- IMAGEhost compatible
MACH10 Pro
Microfilm Scanner
- Scans all formats of 16/35 mm microfilm, including 1000′ rolls and cartridges
- Scan speeds of under 2 minutes per 100′ roll
- FADGI-rated capture
- IMAGEhost compatible
Production Microfiche and Aperture Card Scanners
MACH7
Microfiche Scanner
- Scans 200+ microfiche images per minute
- Compatible with all microfiche and standard aperture card types, including COM
- Two-camera system locates images before capture to save time and ensure 100% image capture
- FADGI-capable and IMAGEhost-compatible
C400 Advanced
Aperture Card Scanner
- Scans up to 400 cards per hour
- Enhanced camera and light source for excellent image quality and clarity
- Converts 35 mm aperture cards and Hollerith (punch) data on-demand or in batches
Overhead Archival Scanners
(Bound and Loose Documents)
Zeutschel Large-format
Planetary Scanners
- Ideal for capturing oversized paper originals
- Captures up to A0-size material
- FADGI-capable scanner models
- Comprehensive software for a wide variety of capture and processing tools
Qidenus V-Shaped
Book Scanners
- Robotic, semi-automatic and manual models
- Ideal for delicate or fragile bound materials
- FADGI-rated capture
- Captures materials up to A1 size
Library Success Stories
Libraries around the globe trust Crowley’s technology for their digitization needs. From small community libraries to large university archives, our clients have successfully digitized collections ranging from rare books to community heritage materials. By converting these items into accessible digital formats, these libraries have not only preserved their collections but also enhanced access for researchers, students, and the public. Explore our success stories to see how Crowley’s solutions have made a difference.
- Milton Public Library – Bound Scrapbooks and Local History Collections – Zeutschel Scanner Enhances Milton Public Library’s Local History Resources
- New York State Historic Newspapers Project – Microfilm Newspapers – Historic Newspaper Digitization Continues Safely Amid Pandemic with Quantum Software
- Junior Leauge of Washington – Bound Books, Loose Documents and Photographs, – Junior League of Washington Preserves 107 Years of Women’s History
- Rockefeller Archive Center – Digitization Scanning Services – Digitizing Scientific Research at The Rockefeller Archive Center
Ready to Digitize Your Collection?
Contact us today to learn how we can help you preserve your heritage for future generations. Our experts will help you choose the right library digitization solutions for your needs. Let Crowley be your trusted partner in digitization—preserving your heritage for future generations.