A Simple Idea for a Real Problem
About Chandelier Swan: Our story began with one simple question. How can you change an upward-facing chandelier light bulb when climbing a ladder isn’t a practical option?
What started as a personal challenge became an innovative solution for homeowners facing the same problem.
Our Story
After shoulder surgery, Brian Groves looked up at his chandelier and realized that even at 6 feet 5 inches tall, climbing a ladder to change burned-out bulbs was no longer a practical option.
After searching online, he couldn’t find a tool designed to change upward-facing chandelier light bulbs. That challenge sparked an invention.
In 2021, Brian and his brother Timon founded TBS Scientific LLC. Their first product, the Grover4000, began as a 3D-printed prototype designed to change candelabra bulbs. They subsequently invested in injection molds to manufacture the product.
Over the following years, the invention evolved into the Chandelier Swan, culminating in the 2026 Universal Chandelier Swan, designed to change both round and candelabra bulbs.
From an Idea to a Patented Innovation
Since founding TBS Scientific LLC in 2021, brothers Brian and Timon Groves have continued improving the Chandelier Swan to help homeowners change hard-to-reach chandelier light bulbs. The original Grover4000 was designed for candelabra bulbs. In 2024, the Chandelier Swan received U.S. Patent No. 11,923,186. In 2026, the company introduced the Universal Chandelier Swan, designed to change both round and candelabra light bulbs. Today, Chandelier Swan remains a family-owned business focused on practical innovations that make everyday home maintenance easier and safer.
Our Journey
From a 3D-printed prototype to a patented chandelier light bulb changer, explore how Chandelier Swan evolved from 2021 through 2026.
2021 – The First Prototype
The original Grover4000 was developed, beginning as a 3D-printed prototype designed to change candelabra light bulbs in chandeliers.
2022 – National Hardware Show
In May 2022, the team exhibited in the New Inventions section of the National Hardware Show, adopted the Chandelier Swan name, and began selling online.
2023 – Round Bulb Development
Development began on a solution for changing round chandelier light bulbs.
2024 – Patent
The round bulb changer joined the product lineup. U.S. Patent No. 11,923,186 was issued March 5, 2024.
2025 – Universal Design
Development began on a universal version capable of changing both round and candelabra bulbs.
2026 Universal Launch
The Universal Chandelier Swan launched, with a round and candelabra bulb-changing capabilities in one tool.
8,873
Chandelier Swan units sold
As of September 2026
Meet the Founders
Two Brothers. One innovative idea. A shared commitment to solving everyday problems.
Brian Groves
Co-Founder of TBS Scientific LLC. Chief Inventor
Before developing the Chandelier Swan, Brian spent 23 years as Co-Owner and Vice President of multimillion-dollar customer service and sales organization with approximately 100 employees.
After shoulder surgery made climbing a ladder impractical, Brian recognized the need for a tool capable of changing upward-facing chandelier light bulbs.
Unable to find a suitable solution, he began developing his own. That invention eventually became the Chandelier Swan.
Timon Groves
Co-Founder of TBS Scientific, Chief Operations Officer
Timon is a retired U.S. Army lieutenant colonel after 20 years of service. His military service included two tours in Iraq and one in Bosnia, and he received two Bronze Star Medals for service in combat.
After retiring he earned a MBA from the University of Missouri and the co-founded TBS Scientific LLC with his brother Brian.
Our Mission
To develop practical, innovative tools that make everyday home maintenance easier and more accessible.
our Values
Safety, practical solutions, innovation, and customer service. Customer service is based in the U.S.
A Family Business
Chandelier Swan is a family-owned product brand of TBS Scientific LLC, founded by brothers Brian and Timon Groves.