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Factory Design Utilities is a factory layout and optimization solution published by Autodesk that enables the design of efficient manufacturing facilities using integrated 2D and 3D modeling. It solves the challenge of planning complex production environments by creating a digital factory model that supports informed decision-making across the facility lifecycle. The technology is part of the Product Design & Manufacturing Collection and extends AutoCAD and Inventor with specialized tools for layout design. The solution includes AutoCAD, used for creating 2D layouts with factory-specific content; Inventor, which supports 3D parametric modeling and synchronization with 2D drawings; Navisworks Manage, for clash detection and design review; Material Flow, for defining production stations, routings, and product flows; and Process Analysis, which enables simulation of manufacturing operations to identify bottlenecks. These components work together to support bidirectional workflows between 2D and 3D environments. Factory Design Utilities is for manufacturing layout designers, plant engineers, and industrial planners who need to create, validate, and communicate facility designs efficiently. It enables accurate equipment placement, early detection of spatial conflicts, and optimization of material flow, allowing teams to reduce rework, streamline commissioning, and improve collaboration across stakeholders.
AutoCAD Fundamentals
Use basic AutoCAD commands for 2D drafting and editing
Inventor Operation
Navigate Inventor Professional for 3D part and assembly modeling
Navisworks Integration
Open and review models in Navisworks Manage for layout validation
Vault Management
Work with Vault Professional for data management and file collaboration
Windows Proficiency
Operate 64-bit Windows 10 with file system and software installation tasks
Excel for Design
Use Microsoft Excel for iParts, Global BOM and spreadsheet-driven designs
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ACUAutodesk Certified User
ACAAutodesk Certified Associate
ACPAutodesk Certified Professional
ACEAutodesk Certified Expert
ACP-FDUInventor for Mechanical Design
ACE-FDUGenerative Design for Manufacturing
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| ESI / EA Credits Accepted | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | — | ||
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| Exam Pass Rate | 95% | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Row omitted on live page: unverified for this vendor |
| Entry Price | ~$745 · best value | N/A | N/A | ~$1,500+ | $15-30/mo | — |
| Verified Reviews | 18,400+ (Global Provider Total) · 4.9★ | N/A | Limited | Limited | Limited | — |
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