R.A. Colby has built a corporate culture around the basic principal of consideration. We approach each and every phase of our operations with respect for both the human and financial resources. Our advanced technological production allows us to offer the most outstanding values for the highest quality work. Our commitment to quality application insures that our focus never waivers from the utilitarian aspects of our efforts. The end result is the highest quality construction completed in the most efficient manner to insure the ultimate value for the investment.
We extend our philosophy of consideration to include the utmost respect for our clients, our employees and our competitors. In an industry where there are many quality alternatives, we are privileged to be considered among the leaders while striving to set standards for the growth of our industry.
We would be honored to work with you and invite your inquiry.
R.A. Colby has enjoyed a rich and diverse history. Begun in 1974 as an adjunct to a major Pipe Organ Builder, the firm began as a supplier of specialized electrical components to the trade under the name of Kimber-Allen, Inc. Relocation to Tennessee in 1979 saw the growth of the supply endeavors and expansion of the product line to include component construction for the organ building trade.
By 1984, the main focus of the company had become the design and construction of custom components for the pipe organ industry. As a result, the company transitioned to the present name of R.A. Colby, Inc. As the offerings of our company grew, so did our acceptance by the industry. In addition to organ components, our resources were expanded to offer architectural design and millwork along with custom carving. A dedicated floor space was constructed in 2001 to house a new, state of the art, large format computer controlled router along with our existing smaller format CNC router and computer controlled lathe. Our future direction includes building on past successes to move us forward to greater heights.
This commitment to meeting customer requirements with unsurpassed quality has seen us develop from a small mail order supply house to a major builder of exciting components and complete instruments. Our future direction includes building on our past successes moving us forward to even greater heights. We are excited about the future and are focused on providing world class products and services as a resource for industries of world class stature.
A major strength of the Colby firm lies in their ability to communicate with customers. Every member of our team prides themselves on providing unsurpassed service in every situation. As trite as it may sound, R.A. Colby does build relationships right along with their products.
Once we have received your initial inquiry, we will begin to focus on your requirements and considerations. This process involves listening to your opinions and perspective as well as considering the environment and utilization of the space. One of the key elements for our review is to retain a broad perspective on the project. We believe that the final installation will serve for many years beyond the time that the principals of the design will be involved.
The end result of this overview will be a specific proposal for your situation. We will provide a full detailed presentation that will provide all information on the project and style of construction. As required for clarity of communication, this will be accompanied by full drawings, details and renderings.
As we work through the production of your project, we will keep you abreast of the work with progress updates. The final installation is an exciting event that retains the Colby character. From the complete protection of the existing furnishings, to the alignment of screw heads on retaining panels, Colby attention to detail is unsurpassed.
Please, join us in the excitement of working through a project!
One of the most exciting aspects of working with R.A. Colby is the fact that, literally, anything is possible. We don't make that statement lightly and have invested a tremendous amount of resources in making it possible.
Our firm introduced computer controlled machinery to the pipe organ industry in the mid 1980's and has been on the leading edge of technology since that time. We now incorporate new technologies in the following major areas of our production:
- 3-D Rendering Programs for Presentation
- Full Computer Generated Video Presentations of Detailed Proposals
- Computer Controlled Large Format Routing with Multi-Tool Capacity
- Computer Controlled Laser Machining
- Computer Controlled Small Format Routing
- Computer Controlled Lathe for Custom Turnings and Casework
- Complete in House Video Production and Duplication
- Complete in House Audio Recording, Editing and Duplication
- Full Laser Production of Complete Large Format Printed Presentations
- Photography and Lighting Equipment for Production of Projects and Proposals
Our most recent expansion involves the ability to provide complete 3-D digitizing of any object. We are now able to archive extremely intricate details and carvings for long term stable storage. We also have the ability to reproduce any digitized item in the original format or any desired combination or scale. This ability is again leading the organ world into a new era of development and R.A. Colby is proud to offer the service. We are committed to not only keeping our trade alive, but to provide improved and expanded services as new production technology can be embraced.