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Company Overview

Holzbau Bühlmann AG from Mönthal in Aargau has stood for quality, reliability, and a passion for wood since 1933. This family-owned company specializes in modern timber construction projects, prefabricated houses, and complex building projects throughout Switzerland.

Notably, the company boasts strong employee loyalty: many staff members have been with Holzbau Bühlmann for decades, shaping the company’s success through their experience and dedication – generation after generation.

Timly Tool Management in Woodworking and Construction

The Challenge

What does a craftsman do when materials and machines are spread across multiple construction sites – and nobody knows exactly where anything is?

This was the challenge facing Holzbau Bühlmann AG. Site manager Jan Keller recalls: “Before Timly, we simply used our machinery without knowing which construction site the machines were deployed at or who was using them.”

This lack of transparency led to unnecessary new purchases and rising costs. The company needed a solution – simple, reliable, and mobile-friendly.

The Solution

Discovering Timly at the Basel Wood Fair marked the start of a digital success story. Step by step, Holzbau Bühlmann digitized its entire machinery and material inventory using Timly’s QR-code system.

  • Inventory in days: QR codes on all devices allowed the initial inventory to be completed quickly.
  • Clear structure: Each construction site was set up in Timly as a digital location, enabling precise assignment of equipment to projects.
  • Easy operation: A simple scan is enough to assign a device to a site, report damage, or schedule maintenance.
  • Mobile use: Employees can access the system directly via smartphone – whether in the warehouse or on-site.

Timly’s ticketing system is also in use: defects or damages are documented immediately, actions are initiated, and the responsible personnel are automatically notified.

The Results

Today, Holzbau Bühlmann AG always knows which compressor, saw, or drill is in use and where.

  1. Full transparency over all equipment, machinery, and materials
  2. Reduced unnecessary purchases thanks to better visibility
  3. More efficient processes and simple on-site documentation
  4. Optimized communication via notifications and photo uploads
  5. Unified system for materials, maintenance, and employee management

Timly now also supports the organization of employee certifications, maintenance schedules, and inspection deadlines, beyond just material management.

Key Takeaways

  • Digitalization doesn’t have to be complicated – the right solution can become a natural part of daily work.
  • QR codes and mobile access create transparency across multiple construction sites.
  • Centralized management increases efficiency and reduces costs.
  • A practical platform like Timly strengthens teamwork and accountability in craftsmanship.
Seeing how Timly has dramatically simplified daily workflows and improved employee processes fills us with pride. One could say: with Timly, Holzbau Bühlmann AG is truly hitting its stride!