Facing challenges with outdated systems and labor-intensive processes, Buda Woodworks sought a solution to streamline their workflow and support sustainable growth. Over 15 years ago, this search led them to Microvellum—a game-changer that’s helped them grow into a trusted name in the industry.
Inadequate Systems That Limited Growth
Founded in 1992 as a commercial architectural millwork company, Buda Woodworks now specializes in custom architectural millwork. Initially operating out of a 3,000 sq. ft. shop, the company expanded to a one-acre lot with seven buildings totaling 22,000 sq. ft. Today, they’ve moved into a new facility to accommodate continued growth. However, their outdated systems and processes became a bottleneck, unable to support the demands of increasingly complex architectural millwork.
Microvellum enabled Buda Woodworks to overcome these challenges. Previously, their workflow relied on manual engineering, hand-drawing parts, and transferring designs manually—even with a CNC router. This labor-intensive approach hindered efficiency, prompting the company to seek an automated solution.
Microvellum Optimizes Production Workflow
Recognizing the need for a scalable and efficient solution, Buda Woodworks explored best practices in the industry. “As anyone in the industry knows, the complexities in architectural millwork have become much more challenging to produce, develop, engineer, and build,” says T.J. Harais.
Microvellum provided the tools to automate their processes, replacing manual tasks like hand-drawing and G-code creation with streamlined workflows. “Having software that enables us to do that with the ease we get from Microvellum has been great for our business,” T.J. adds.
This automation allowed Buda Woodworks to take on more complex projects, improve efficiency, and enhance their engineering capabilities. “We’ve grown with it, solving more and more problems as we delve deeper into the engineering process,” T.J. shares. With streamlined processes, they’ve focused on taking on intricate designs and improving other areas of the business. "We’ve found a more efficient way to get products to the floor."
Transformation: Achieved Efficiency, Growth, and Quality with Microvellum.
Microvellum’s automation has been instrumental in boosting productivity, reducing manual labor, and delivering high-quality results. “It’s been integral to how we’ve grown in our ability to produce and the quality we achieve,” says Jason Hair.
The software allowed Buda Woodworks to accelerate delivery times and handle intricate designs like custom banquettes, curved feature walls, and specialized security desks. Advanced tools such as the Extruded Product Builder and Solid Model Analyzer have further improved accuracy and efficiency from design to production.
Regular updates to the Microvellum Foundation Library introduced innovations like better sheet optimization and faster workflows. “Each new release adds features that simplify tasks and allow us to achieve what was once impossible,” T.J. adds.
For Buda Woodworks, Microvellum is more than just software—it’s a platform that scales with their growth, integrates with their processes, and empowers them to meet the industry’s demands. “There’s no way we could have achieved this level of growth without a tool that automates our engineering processes,” Jason concludes.
By adopting Microvellum, Buda Woodworks has transformed their business, delivering exceptional quality, increasing efficiency, and setting a new standard in architectural millwork.
Profile
Company: Buda Woodworks
Location: Buda, TX, USA
Factory Size: 57,000+ sq. ft.
Established: 1993
Employees: 20-50
Certifications: AWI premium-grade certified
Specialties: Premium commercial and residential architectural millwork and casework.
Typical projects: Athletic facilities, office, premium hospitality, luxury residential, medical, education, corporate tenant improvements, and education.
To learn more about Buda Woodworks, visit BudaWoodworks.com
