AUTODESK FABRICATION

Autodesk Fabrication CADmep, CAMduct, and ESTmep are three integrated software solutions, designed for the design, manufacturing, and cost estimation of MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) systems, with a specific focus on air conditioning systems (HVAC), plumbing systems, and piping networks. These tools allow for the management of the entire lifecycle of MEP production: from the detailed 3D CAD model to automated manufacturing, to economic analysis and the generation of material lists.

Thanks to the close integration between the three environments and compatibility with BIM data, the Autodesk Fabrication package allows industry professionals to work efficiently and consistently, reducing errors on-site and improving overall productivity.

???? Who is it suitable for

The Autodesk Fabrication package is ideal for:

• Installation and prefabrication companies (HVAC, plumbing, fire prevention) • MEP design studios • Workshops that produce ducts, pipes, or prefabricated elements • BIM professional coordinators who want to maintain consistency between models and production • Estimators and technical managers who manage quotes, costs, and project economic analysis

???? Main features (included in the three modules)

???? Autodesk Fabrication CADmep

It is a 3D CAD software for the detailed modeling of MEP systems, based on the AutoCAD environment.

✔️ Modeling of ducts, pipes, and channels with intelligent MEP objects ✔️ Libraries of real productive components (fittings, curves, valves, terminals) ✔️ Automatic interference detection ✔️ Automatic numbering of elements and label management ✔️ BIM coordination via export in Navisworks and Revit format ✔️ Alignment of models with real manufacturing data

????️ Autodesk Fabrication CAMduct

Software for the preparation and control of the production of sheet metal ducts destined for ventilation and HVAC systems.

✅ Automatic generation of cutting layouts ✅ Calculation of sheet metal development with folds, edging, and accessories ✅ Optimization of material use (nesting) ✅ Direct interface with CNC cutting machines (plasma, laser, punching) ✅ Visual simulation of developed parts ✅ Management of connections and joints based on production standards

???? Autodesk Fabrication ESTmep

A tool for the estimation of material and labor costs, ideal for preparing detailed quotes and commercial offers.

✔️ Automatic calculation of quantities and materials from CADmep models ✔️ Definition of processing stages with related timings and costs ✔️ Simulation of offer scenarios with margins, discounts, and comparison between suppliers ✔️ Professional reporting with material lists, labor, and cost items ✔️ Unified database with updatable and configurable prices

???? Common features and interoperability

• Centralized database shared between CADmep, CAMduct, and ESTmep • Customizable interface to adapt to company workflows • Management of revisions and traceability of changes • Compatibility with Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, and BIM software • NC export to cutting machines and company ERP systems • Support for multilevel drawings, modular prefabrication, and off-site production • Collision analysis (clash detection) and visualization of assembly sequences

???? Compatibility and system requirements

????️ Supported operating systems:

• Windows 11 / Windows 10 (64 bit) Not available for macOS or Linux.

???? Recommended hardware requirements:

• Processor: Intel® Core i7/i9 or AMD Ryzen™ multi-core • RAM: Minimum 16 GB (32 GB recommended for complex models) • Graphics card: NVIDIA Quadro / RTX or AMD Radeon Pro compatible with DirectX 11 • Hard disk: SSD with at least 30 GB free • Screen resolution: 1920 x 1080 or higher

???? Internet connection required for activation, updates, and cloud data synchronization (optional).

???? What is included in the Autodesk Fabrication package

• CADmep for detailed system design in the AutoCAD environment • CAMduct for the development and automatic cutting of sheet metal and HVAC components • ESTmep for estimates, economic analysis, and offer creation • Libraries of real components configurable according to production standards • BIM and CAD collaboration tools • Centralized database for materials, costs, times, and processes • Export to CNC machines and management systems

✨ Why choose Autodesk Fabrication

Autodesk Fabrication is a professional suite that allows for complete management of the MEP project-productive cycle. From precise design with real data to the automatic generation of production paths and detailed economic analysis, it offers everything needed to increase accuracy, reduce costs, and improve business efficiency.

With perfect integration between design, estimating, and production, CADmep, CAMduct, and ESTmep represent the ideal solution for companies operating in modern plant prefabrication and want to stand out for precision and competitiveness.