At Maplewood Cabinetry, fabrication is where everything we’ve planned and engineered becomes reality. It’s the phase where design meets execution—where every line on a shop drawing is translated into finely crafted cabinetry or architectural millwork. For us, it’s not just about building things—it’s about building them right.
Engineering Before the Build
Fabrication doesn’t start on the shop floor. It starts in the engineering department.
Using advanced millwork design software, our team develops digital models based on the approved shop drawings and verified field measurements. These models allow us to:
- Flag potential conflicts before they impact production
- Generate precise cut lists and CNC-ready files
- Ensure each piece is engineered for function, structure, and aesthetics
- Optimize material usage and minimize waste
This behind-the-scenes step is critical for eliminating rework, shortening production timelines, and upholding Maplewood’s exacting quality standards. It’s also where we ensure that every component is not just buildable, but buildable with excellence.
From Digital to Physical: The Fabrication Process
Once engineering is complete, production begins. Our fabrication team is made up of experienced craftsmen who work closely with our engineers and project managers to construct every piece to specification. Whether it’s a run of high-use casework or a complex reception feature, each component is built with care, consistency, and attention to detail.
Our shop is equipped to support both volume and customization, allowing us to take on large-scale commercial projects and still accommodate highly detailed, one-off elements. The integration between engineering and fabrication means fewer delays and greater efficiency across the board.
Materials are staged, labeled, and tracked through each phase of production to ensure accuracy and minimize the risk of errors. As builds progress, components are reviewed against design specs for consistency and quality assurance.
Production Team Coordination
To keep everything moving smoothly, we hold weekly production meetings. These bring together project managers, engineers, and shop leads to:
- Align on production schedules
- Review open questions or changes
- Flag any supply or coordination issues
- Ensure everyone is clear on priorities for the week ahead
This coordination keeps our shop floor agile and organized, even when multiple projects are in motion.
Built for Quality
Before any piece is cleared for delivery, it undergoes a final quality review. We inspect each component for finish consistency, structural soundness, and alignment with client-approved drawings and samples. This ensures that what arrives on-site meets not just the project specs, but the Maplewood standard—every time.
Ready to turn your drawings into precision-built millwork? Let’s build it.
