Building Better Tools for Conservation: June 2026 Update

A sincere thank you

I would like to start by thanking each one of you for your support and encouragement following the launch of Conservation Equipment Services.  The positive feedback I have received from my May newsletter has meant a lot and gives me even more motivation for what lies ahead. 

Since launching C.E.S one of the most valuable things has been hearing directly from Conservators, Restoration Studios, Museums and Independent Specialists about the challenges they face every day.

Art Restoration rarely fits into standard manufacturing categories.  The work is delicate, varied, and often completely unique which is why I started up this company.  Having Willard Conservation going into insolvency had a dramatic effect not just of myself, my fellow workmates but on all aspects of The Art Restoration family.  Many of you I have have interacted with in the past, so having the workforce that had already manufactured, serviced and repaired these Willard items of equipment will give you continuity in knowing we can deal with anything for you.  I have been overwhelmed already with the amount of you that have contacted me, thank you.

I will be continuing to manufacture bespoke restoration equipment tailored to specific requirements whether this is adapting existing tools, creating custom support systems, or developing entirely new systems my goal is to help all restorers work more precisely, safely and efficiently, and from experience you know the work will be carried out to a very high standard.

What I am focusing on

• Custom built restoration equipment

• Studio equipment improvements

• Equipment modifications for specialist conservation work

• Collaborative design based on practical restoration needs

• Better control during delicate procedures

• Improved ergonomics for long restoration

• Reduced handling risk for sensitive works

Every project starts with understanding the actual restoration challenge first – then designing around it.

Looking Ahead

Over the coming months, I will be sharing:

• New Equipment concepts

• Behind-the-scenes development work

• Insights from restoration professionals

  
  

If you are currently facing a technical challenge in your restoration practice, I would love to hear about it.

Thank you once again for all your continued support, I am excited to keep building tools that genuinely serve the conservation community.

Kind Regards

Tony

Owner and Director

Conservation Equipment Services