The latest word on Archmill

Archmill House Limited is rising from the ashes.
Just eight days after a devastating three alarm fire destroyed the company’s Osprey Drive manufacturing facility, the company was slated to resume full operation at a temporary facility on Nebo Road on the east mountain.
“We’re hoping by (Wednesday) we will be working at almost full capacity,” said Curtis Drew Buchan, a manager at Archmill.
Mr. Buchan said more than 50 friends came together last weekend to help the company emerge from the fire that burned for more than 12 hours in the Ancaster Business Park. He said the company managed to salvage vital reports and documents from its administrative office, which assisted the transition back to full production.
Mr. Buchan said Archmill has crafted architectural millwork for several long-term care facilities, including Amica at Dundas. The firm has also worked for several universities including McMaster, hospitals, churches and upscale restaurants.
The company hopes to rebuild its Ancaster facility over the next 18 months, Mr. Buchan said.
Archmill recently expanded its Ancaster operations, with a 14,000 square-foot addition completed in January, 2008. The firm has about 35 employees.
“We were extremely busy and it’s only increased,” said Mr. Buchan. He estimates the company lost less than five days worth of production following the fire.
“We’re working longer hours to make up for lost time,” Mr. Buchan said.
Archmill House is an established full service manufacturer of commercial and institutional architectural millwork and case goods. The company’s products include architectural millwork in plastic laminates, natural woods and veneers, combined with architectural metals, acrylics and fabrics.
Archmill completed a foyer project for Casino Rama Hotel and entertainment centre near Orillia, under general contractor Vanbots Construction Corp. The high-profile project included wood veneers and a reception desk in a cherry basket weave façade.