Case Study: Three Elements Timberworks, Inc. achieves faster design cycles and 50% lower development costs with SolidWorks

Building Residential Works of Art in Timber With SolidWorks

Three Elements Timberworks, Inc., a Colorado timber-frame contractor specializing in custom residential and commercial wood structures, faced the challenge of accelerating fabrication, reducing rework, and expanding design possibilities (including greater use of steel and metal components). To move beyond 2D workflows and gain a competitive advantage, Three Elements implemented SolidWorks 3D design software.

Using SolidWorks, the company automated design and manufacturing workflows, built a reusable library of truss designs and parts, and exported BOMs and sketches directly into its manufacturing system. SolidWorks helped Three Elements shorten design cycles by 20–30%, cut development costs by 50%, reduce scrap and rework, and increase innovation in timber and mixed-material designs.

Three Elements Timberworks, Inc.

Eric Seelig

Owner