December 10

Inside the Digital Shop: Bruno Calatayud on Integrating CAD/CAM 

In this episode of Verify In Field, host Jacob Edmond sits down with Bruno Calatayud, National Director at EFICAD, to talk about the development, evolution, and impact of SWOOD a SolidWorks-based CAD/CAM solution built specifically for the woodworking and millwork industry. 

Bruno shares the story of how SWOOD grew from an educational initiative in France into a global platform with clients in 50+ industry categories. From SolidWorks integration to machine-ready CAM output, SWOOD is giving custom millwork shops the tools to take full control of their workflows from design to machining. 

If you’ve ever wondered whether a fully integrated CAD/CAM solution is worth the switch or whether your current software is holding your team back, this episode offers a clear look into what’s possible. 

About Our Guest 

Bruno Calatayud is the National Director for North America at EFICAD, the developers behind SWOOD, a fully integrated CAD/CAM solution for woodworking built on SolidWorks. With a background in mechanical engineering, Bruno has spent over a decade training technical teams, working with international partners, and helping shops streamline complex production with 3D-driven automation. Based in Boston since 2019, he’s now leading SWOOD’s expansion across North America. 

What You’ll Learn in This Episode 

  1. The Origins of SWOOD: Discover how EFICAD grew from a university-driven CAM solution to a global platform, and how woodworking entered the picture through a partnership with SCM in the early ’90s. 
  2. Why SWOOD Lives Inside SolidWorks: Learn why SWOOD chose to build its solution on SolidWorks, allowing users to benefit from native 3D parametric design, built-in 2D drawings, surfacing tools, BOMs, and more, all in one platform. 
  3. Design to CNC, All in One File: Unlike systems that require exporting files to multiple tools, SWOOD keeps all your design, machining, and nesting data in a single SolidWorks file. Make a change once—it flows through your entire workflow. 
  4. SWOOD’s Modular Setup: Design, CAM, Nesting, and Automation: From drag-and-drop cabinet libraries to full 5-axis CAM output, Bruno explains how SWOOD’s modules scale with your needs, and how you can automate entire batches from a sales database. 
  5. What Makes SWOOD Different from Other Solutions: Shops using software like Microvellum or Cabinet Vision often supplement with SWOOD for greater flexibility. Eventually, many make the full switch due to its adaptability for custom work. 
  6. Remote Collaboration and PDM: SolidWorks PDM features allow teams to check files in and out from servers, maintain version control, and support multiple engineers, even across locations. Bruno also previews the future of SWOOD in the cloud. 
  7. The Role of CAM in Eliminating Bottlenecks: Shops struggling with CNC programming backlogs can use SWOOD CAM to directly generate g-code from SolidWorks files, including support for point-to-point, nesting, and 5-axis machining. 
  8. Advice for Shops Exploring New CAD/CAM Tools: Bruno encourages owners and engineers to identify real workflow bottlenecks, and see how an integrated solution could reduce friction between design, engineering, and the shop floor. 

Key Insight: Flexibility = Scalability 

Bruno makes it clear: modern shops can’t afford rigid workflows. Whether you’re dealing with one-off casework or scaling production, a 3D-native system like SWOOD gives you the flexibility to build what your customers want, without creating chaos in your engineering department. 

Where to Learn More 

Final Thoughts 

Whether you’re designing retail environments, custom cabinetry, or full millwork packages, your CAD/CAM tools shape your efficiency, accuracy, and ability to deliver. With SWOOD, Bruno and his team offer a solution that doesn’t just draw boxes, it streamlines entire businesses. 

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