
Seth, an accomplished machinist on the Autodesk Fusion team, explains three ways to create setup sheets in Fusion —NC Program, HTML, and Excel—so machinists get clear tools, feeds, speeds, and runtime details at the machine. Autodesk Fusion gives CAM programmers three reliable options for generating repeatable, machinist-friendly setup sheets—and the best choice depends on how…
Manufacturing

Discover how Autodesk Fusion for Manufacturing can help your job shop overcome programming bottlenecks, reduce downtime, and boost profitability with integrated CAD/CAM workflows. The reality for job shops today If you run a machine shop, you know the daily pressure you face. Customers want shorter lead times, tighter tolerances, and competitive pricing. Meanwhile, skilled labor…
Fusion

Adam “Abom79” Booth, shares how he blends manual skills, CNC, and Fusion to grow his shop and products, while also offering practical tips for other machine shops. Adam Booth here, though some of you may know me online as Abom79. I’m a third‑generation machinist based in Pensacola, Florida, and the owner of a small but…
Manufacturing

Achieve process improvement in manufacturing with Autodesk Fusion—streamline workflows, cut waste, and accelerate production in one connected platform. Manufacturing success today depends on one critical factor: operational efficiency. Companies that fail to optimize processes face rising costs, missed deadlines, and shrinking margins. In contrast, organizations that embrace systematic process improvement achieve productivity gains of 25–40%,…
Manufacturing

Learn how nesting boosts material utilization and efficiency in manufacturing and how Autodesk Fusion for Manufacturing delivers integrated nesting for smarter workflows. In manufacturing, raw material often accounts for 40–60% of total production costs. When margins are tight and demand is variable, every square inch of stock you save drops straight to the bottom line.…
Manufacturing

With Autodesk Fusion, Snail Works scales from concept to production, delivering precision-built bumpers and accessories for off-road vehicles.
Case Studies

Phil Eichmiller, Senior QA Engineer shows you how to design criss-cross grooves in Fusion using sketches, sweeps, and pattern tools for precise machining control. Crosshatch or criss-cross groove patterns are common in machining for texture, grip, or aesthetic purposes. While machinists often have clever tricks for producing these patterns directly on the shop floor, you…
Tutorials

Boost manufacturing speed, quality, and savings with advanced tooling. Discover how Fusion for Manufacturing unlocks efficiency and superior results for your team. The pressure to deliver high-quality parts quickly and cost-effectively has never been greater. Manufacturers are constantly seeking new ways to boost productivity, improve surface finishes, and reduce operational costs. One of the most…
Advanced Manufacturing

Fusion for Manufacturing helps you machine faster, finish better, and spend less with advanced toolpaths, automation, and integrated data management and collaboration. Speed, quality, and cost-effectiveness are more important than ever for manufacturers. Autodesk Fusion for Manufacturing is designed to help you meet these demands – unlocking new levels of efficiency and precision through advanced…
Advanced Manufacturing

Hear from Theo on how CloudNC is transforming machining, empowering machinists, accelerating production, and redefining the future of manufacturing. When I first started CloudNC, I wasn’t trying to build a company – I was trying to solve a problem. Machining, the backbone of modern manufacturing, was still far too manual, slow, and error‑prone. I believed…
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