Corbett Steeves Pattern Works

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Corbett-Steeves was founded in an age when meticulous detail was a standard. John F. Steeves, the current owner's grandfather, opened his shop John Steeves Practical Patterns in 1914. The company specialized in a variety of hand-carved wood patterns for the foundry industry.
Three years later, the company expanded with the acquisition of another local pattern company and became Corbett-Steeves Pattern Works. That same year, Steeve's son, John K. began his apprenticeship and as business continued to boom throughout the1930's, he became a partner.

John K Jr. joined his father and grandfather as an apprentice in 1945 and is now the company's owner and president. Under John K. Jr.'s direction, the company continued its growth while maintaining its focus on quality and service. As customer needs soared and more space was required, the business moved to its current location in Rochester NY, which still houses all operations. Producing all aspects under one roof enabled Corbett-Steeves to keep costs down.

With the addition of Kevin Steeves, the fourth generation, the business has continued to reach new markets, keeping the old traditional methods and implementing new computerized technology to stay ahead of customers' demands. By producing quality products on a budget, Corbett-Steeeves Pattern Works, Inc. has remained a leader in the pattern making field for over 80 years.

Since our beginning in pattern making, we have grown with the times by expanding our services. In addition to making patterns in wood, metal or plastic, we offer CAD design, 3-dimensional patterns, prototypes, aluminum casting and CNC machining. We can create plastic forming tools for vacuum forming, ejection or blow molding. We'll handle assembly as well.

The combination of state-of-the-art equipment and expert craftsman, allows us to complete most projects in-house. From design and tooling through final production, we carefully monitor the progress of your product. Our single source philosophy insures design integrity, timeliness and cost control. We'll give you a finished product that will do the job. On budget.

Over the years, we've earned our reputation for quality and service. We have the extensive technology to take on your project. Our wide range of pattern making and model construction with wood, metal and plastic all use high tech equipment to guarantee precision. We offer CNC machining to assure accuracy and CMM machining for inspection.
Although we have advanced equipment, we realize that advanced machines are only as valuable as the operator. Not only do we have the equipment, but also the experience and know-how in operating that machinery to suit your demands. Each of our craftsmen have years of experience in the field and are constantly honing their skills as technology changes. Eighty years of experience and dedication to detail provide the quality our customers expect.

We manufacture all types of items for a wide scope of industries. From tooling for toys, prototype engine parts, to laser components, if you need just one part, or production tooling, Corbett-Steeves will work with you to ensure the results you need.

We're committed to exceeding our customers expectations. Our CMM-computerized coordinate measuring machine electronically inspects and reports production specifications back to our craftsman. This information enables them to check the accuracy of the initial design. Our quality control team completes the process with a rigid inspection to ensure the most accurate final product possible.

your needs and our full-range capabilities.
For an estimate or consultation to discuss your requirements,
please call 716-546-7109.