Overview
Fusion for Manufacturing brings together every stage of the product development lifecycle—design, engineering, PDM/PLM, MES, and manufacturing—on a single, extensible platform. Built on over 40 years of manufacturing expertise, Fusion empowers teams to:
- Streamline Workflows: Integrate CAD, CAE, CAM, and electronics in one solution, reducing manual steps and errors.
- Automate and Optimize: Use advanced automation, AI-driven modeling, and nesting tools to minimize waste, maximize material usage, and accelerate production.
- Collaborate in the Cloud: Connect people, processes, and data across your organization and supply chain for real-time decision making and improved efficiency.
- Scale with Confidence: Fusion’s cloud-based architecture grows with your business, supporting everything from small job shops to global manufacturing operations.
- Enhance Precision and Productivity: Generate efficient toolpaths, automate reporting, and manage design changes with associative workflows that keep production aligned and on schedule.
Key Features
- Unified CAD/CAM: Seamlessly transition from 3D design to 2D nesting and manufacturing in a single interface.
- Advanced Fabrication Tools: Powerful nesting, layout optimization, and direct integration with CNC, laser, waterjet, and plasma cutting machines.
- Automation & Extensibility: Open API access and Fusion extensions enable custom workflows, advanced machining strategies, and integration with existing systems.
- Cloud Collaboration: Share data, manage revisions, and collaborate with stakeholders anytime, anywhere.
- Professional-Grade Manufacturing: Support for complex assemblies, multi-axis machining, additive manufacturing, and more.
Summary Comparison between Fusion for Design and Fusion for Manufacturing
| Feature/Focus | Fusion for Design | Fusion for Manufacturing |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Audience | Designers, Engineers | Manufacturers, Production Teams |
| Core Capabilities | CAD, Simulation, Data Management | CAD/CAM, Automation, MES |
| Collaboration | Cloud PDM, Design Collaboration | Cloud Collaboration, Supply Chain |
| Automation | Design Automation | Manufacturing Automation |
| Hardware Integration | Not emphasized | CNC, Laser, Additive, etc. |
Exceptional Training and Support
Hagerman Solutions Engineers prioritize customer success with every interaction. Hagerman Training classes are developed to give you the maximum value from your technology investment, and the Hagerman support desk delivers prompt, courteous assistance when you need help.
Course Catalog
View and register for upcoming Autodesk software training classes. All courses are virtual and taught live by Autodesk Certified Hagerman Solutions Engineers. Any course that is listed can be scheduled by request, and additional customized training courses are also available.
Hagerman Support Desk
Hagerman & Company Support provides critical technical assistance when you need help. Our certified Support Specialists act as an extension of your technical team and will help solve your issues quickly so you can get back to business. We deliver prompt, courteous assistance when you need help.