Vivachi Piano Design - where clever naming meets serious engineering
Our current featured project is redesigning the piano moving experience. Each product is a labor of love, combining years of piano moving experience with mechanical engineering excellence. Chandler and Nicole poured their innovative product design expertise into each component.
See what we did there? The Grand C Handler (for Cody and Chandler)
Premium Colson Casters with 1.5" beefy wheels
Dual-direction stability with wider & longer wheelbase
10 barbell-width aluminum handles for secure grip
Smart strap attachment away from piano finish
Nicole wanted to call it the Nicole Dolly, but she finally settled for the Nickel Dolly. Sorry, it's a little more than a nickel!
Same super wheels as Grand Chandler - one costs more than most 4-wheel dollies
Great stiction - static friction rubber top keeps dolly in place
4 barbell-feel handles - insert, remove, reconfigure from four angles
Handles 1000 real pounds - works with standard boards too
"Think of the Nickel Dolly as the lightweight but equally strong version of the Chandler... or maybe it was named after Nickelback - hard to say really?"
Every component has been thoughtfully engineered to solve real-world piano moving challenges
Engineering Excellence from the Ground Up
Performa 1.5" Beefy Wheels: Internal roller bearings for smooth, effortless movement
Highest Strength Welded Frames: Each frame rated at over 1,000 lbs - built to last
Total Lock Mechanism: Locks in TWO directions - wheels from turning AND direction from changing
Special Ordered Combination: Custom specification just for our dollies - easily accessible and strong
💰 A couple of our casters cost more than most cheaply produced grand boards
Wider Wheelbase: Increased width provides superior lateral stability during transport
Longer Wheelbase: Extended length prevents tipping and provides smooth rolling motion
Piano Feels Extremely Solid: The combination of both dimensions creates unprecedented stability
🎯 Result: Piano feels dramatically more stable than traditional boards
Aluminum Construction: Nicely curved, hand-fitting handles that feel secure and comfortable
Multiple Grip Points: Literally ten places to grip - get a hold from multiple angles
Gym-Quality Feel: Barbell-width design that gym rats will feel right at home with
Protection Built-In: Curved aluminum protects your shins and walls from sharp corners
Tight Space Navigation: Handles help in narrow hallways and confined spaces
💪 No more sketchy thin straps - real handles for real professionals
Attachment Points Away from Piano: Straps connect away from the instrument, reducing finish damage risk
Two Highly Padded Contact Points: Only touches piano at top with maximum protection
Significantly Reduces Problems: Our design eliminates most strap-related instrument damage
🛡️ Much lower risk of strap damage to piano finish
Padded Tough Rubber Layer: Protects piano when setting it down on the board
Specialty Cover: Goes nicely and snugly over the board for perfect fit
Removable & Washable: Keep it clean and replace when needed
No Dirty Moving Blankets: You wouldn't wash your face with a mechanic's rag, would you?
✨ Pristine piano deserves pristine protection
The innovations continue with world-class engineering and manufacturing
Precision aluminum tubing provides maximum strength with minimal weight
CNC-routed components ensure perfect fit and finish every time
Advanced molding techniques create components to tight tolerances
"Chandler and Nicole poured their years of experience in innovative product design into this labor of love."
Lightweight but Equally Strong
Premium Colson Casters: The exact same wheels that make The Grand Chandler exceptional
Cost Comparison: A single wheel costs more than most four-wheel dollies on the market
Proven Performance: Same internal roller bearings and welded frames rated for 1,000+ lbs
💎 No compromises - premium components across the entire product line
Static Friction Rubber Top: Specially designed surface tested to keep the dolly in place
Threshold & Steps: Maintains grip when tilting over challenging surfaces
Real-World Tested: Proven performance in actual piano moving scenarios
🎯 No slipping, no sliding - stays exactly where you put it
Lightweight Bent Aluminum Tubing: Same great barbell feel as The Grand Chandler
4 Handle Configuration: Insert, remove, and reconfigure from four different angles
Rounded Design: Same non-shin-denting design philosophy
Simple, Strong, Durable: Built to the same exacting standards
🔧 Adaptable to any moving situation - handles where you need them
Universal Design: If you have one of those "lame" standard boards, our dolly can work there too
1000 Real Pounds: Handles serious weight with no problem
Upgrade Path: Perfect bridge solution while transitioning to our complete system
🌉 Bridge the gap - works with existing equipment while you upgrade
"Nicole wanted to call it the Nicole Dolly, but she finally settled for the Nickel Dolly."
"Sorry, it's a little more than a nickel!"
"Think of the Nickel Dolly as the lightweight but equally strong version of the Chandler... or maybe it was named after Nickelback - hard to say really?"
This is what happens when designers who specialize in all things piano collaborate with experienced piano technicians to redesign the moving experience. Every detail matters.