Digitization Solutions for Archive Collections

Trusted Digitization Expertise for Archives of Every Size

The Crowley Company has been supporting archives, libraries, historical societies, government agencies and cultural heritage organizations since the company’s founding in 1980. With more than four decades of specialized experience in analog and digital preservation, we understand the unique challenges archives face, from fragile originals and diverse media types to complex metadata and long-term access requirements.

Why Archives Choose Crowley

Proven Industry Recognition

Our digitization services and scanners have earned recognition across the cultural heritage community, including multiple Modern Library Awards, a testament to our quality, reliability, and innovation.

Depth of Experience.

No two archives are alike. Our team works with you and your institution to assess your collection, media formats, access goals and preservation policy to help create a customized digitization plan that meets your archival standards, whether you’re digitizing microfilm, bound materials or oversized maps.

Full Lifecycle Support

From consultation and project management to capture, processing and delivery, we support every part of the digitization workflow. Our services include

Collection assessment & project scoping – analysis tailored to your archive goals.
Digitization Services (on-site or at our bureau) – microfilm, microfiche, aperture cards, bound books, oversized items, photos, negatives, and more.
Metadata planning and output standards guidance – ensuring files are organized, searchable and usable for researchers and staff.
Digital delivery & hosting options – flexible digital output, secure transfers and online retrieval if needed.

Best-in-class Scanning Products for Archival Capture

As both a manufacturer nd distributor of leading digitization hardware, Crowley provides solutions across a full range of archive needs:

Microform Scanners
Our cutting-edge microform offerings support a wide range of archival formats, including microfilm, microfiche and aperture cards. From entry-level systems to production-grade scanners, Crowley provides solutions designed for consistent image quality, careful media handling and reliable prformance across preservation and access workflow.

Large-Format & Book Scanners
Gentle handling features and adjustable cradles protect fragile bound materials and oversized documents while capturing high-resolution images for long-term preservation.

Production Document Scanners
High-speed scanners, including models capable of FADGI-compliant capture, support high-volume digitization with excellent image quality.

Archive Writers & Hosting Platforms
For organizations that need hosted access or long-term digital storage solutions, Crowley provides platforms and integration options to meet your infrastructure and access goals.

Flexible Service Models That Work With Your Resources

Hybrid Digitization Approach*

Our unique hybrid model combines the strengths of professional service bureau capture with your institution’s oversight. Crowley’s Digitization Service Bureau completes initial image capture using our production scanners, then returns processed files to your team for processing with QuantumProcess software, giving you lower overall cost and greater output control than full outsourcing.

*microfilm and microfiche only

End-to-End Service Bureau

If you prefer a hands-off process, our experienced operators can handle your entire digitization project, including FADGI-level quality capture and file delivery ready for preservation or publications.

Archive-Focused Support Services

We help you justify your digitization investment and make sure your tools remain effective over time:

Grant support resources – guidance for preparing digitization grant proposals.
Training & technical support – live and virtual training, scanner tune-ups, and software support to keep your operations running smoothly.
Certified in-house service – all Crowley products are backed by our own technical service team for installation, maintenance and long-term care.

Ready to Partner on your Digitization Project?

Whether you’re beginning a first-time digitization effort or upgrading an existing archive, The Crowley Company offers tools, services, and expertise designed for archival institutions, not just general scanning.

Contact us for a consultation, demonstration, or quote, and let’s build a solution that fits your collection, budget, and long-term goals.

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Archive-related blog posts

Over the years, the Crowley team has had the privilege to work with notable archives worldwide. Here are just a few of their stories: