The drainage standard AS/NZS 3500:2 4.9.1 (2021) has been updated and now requires a 15-degree incline on the branch of the 45-degree junction when connecting 100mm drains. We have been achieving this by rotating the junction and then using a 15-degree bend to correct the drainage grade back to the required 1:60 after the incline, which works but is time consuming.  A new fitting has been released that incorporates the 15 Deg offset into a single fitting, however, the closest I can get to a workable CID is Pattern  2938, however the Angle adjustment controls both the branch angle and the offset angle. If the offset angle could be altered independently, this would allow the correct adjustment with the rotation valve.  I would like to see a pattern like 2938 that allows for the branch to be rotated around the body so that when inserting the fitting it does not require constant rotation after insertion, and the second angle is independent of the branch angle, moreover, the pattern has angle tolerance to allow for sloped connections. Or if anyone has any suggestions on other patterns I should try.      Show More

We could really use a script when straight is added or unequal as a flag/selection on the CAD side. We are running into issues on our install drawings not showing rectangular or round fittings when we added straight to Connector 1 or Connector 2. Example: elbows. The script would just need to select them at a minimal for identification. Show More

We are a HVAC manufacturer working in both low integrity and high integrity specifications. We have found that the current straight types do not work for high integrity items in some cases and would benefit from a new option. We would require "2xU" to accurately position branches, access doors and other ancillary parts on our welded straights. None of the existing patterns work because 1 Part straight is too large for most parts and is not possible to fold, 2xL offsets everything 90 degrees, 4xL-M-F doubles the amount of welds required which is unacceptable to our quality requirements, 1xU,1xL puts all of the weld strain on one side of the item. We would like to apply the seam in the middle of the sides, however if there was an option to not have seams on the bottom of the duct, this would be ideal because of quality requirements and stops any water pooling on the weld/seam Item CID 1 and 35 would be required for this, 866 would not be necessary as we only decoil folded 2xL items Please Kudos this request if this would also benefit your own fabrication facilities Show More

The labels should be placed on burned panels facing the same orientation as the Graphical CNC view. So, after the fitting is assembled all the labels are facing the same direction.  For example, C1 is always facing the bottom.   This used to be the case, but after years of updates CAM lost this function.  Show More

Fabrication is part of Revit as of 2015 now. However, we are still missing the use of sub-assembly's (as defined in CAD) in Revit. Yes, we can have hybrid models with MEP and fabrication parts, yes we can create an assembly in Revit. But we still can't use the sub-assembly's we made in fabrication Cad-mep (combined parts). Show More

We have a number of items on which we have locked length parameters (calculated!). Locking parameters can only be done by editing the .itm file (not in a placed part).  Works as intended in Cad, no issues there. However, if the part is used in Revit, it allows stretching (which in itself is fine), but instead of adding new parts according routing specs (like it does in Cad), stretching is overriding the LOCKED parameter and changes the length (which still is greyed out by the way, so manual change is not possible) removing the calculation. Ofcourse, as Autodesk usually does, they call it by design (they never have a bug). Locked parameters should be respected at all times, they are locked for a reason. If we want them to be allowed to change, we do not lock them. So here's the idea (as Autodesk calls for an enhancement idea instead of bug solving): Respect locked parameters (as you do in CAD)! Attached the movies and pictures that have also been submitted to autodesk as an issue. Show More

It would be great for the next FabCAD mep have the CID patterns for Pipe Shoe Supports. This includes having the clamp at an angle and adding pipe insulation block etc.  Show More

In unserer Firma häufen sich die Anfragen, ob es möglich ist, bei Armaturen mit Handhebeln (zum Beispiel CID868) den entsprechenden Bedienbereich des Hebels grafisch darzustellen. Wäre es möglich solch eine Funktion in die entsprechenden CIDs zu implementieren? Die Darstellung eines Bedienbereichs ist notwendig, um Kollisionen mit anderen Rohrleitungen oder Gebäudeteilen ausschließen zu können - eine Funktion, welche direkt in der CID gegeben wäre, würde uns viel Arbeit ersparen und die Produktivität steigern.   (Zum Beispiel eine Yes/No-Funktion in den Options einer entsprechenden CID)         Show More

We require a straight duct with a specified length longer than a standard decoiled straight, that will be automatically divided into decoiled straights and cut-type straights.    When estimating a total length of duct run for instance, this will have to be pre-measured by the operator stating the amount of decoiled straights and remaining length of cut type straight. This takes a lot of time and would be more productive if it was automated.   As per case no: 22626986 you replied the following:   "When a straight duct is added, it is considered as 1 single item to be developed. So, whatever the length is provided, the cut type is determined just once based on that. Also, when Item qty is increased, it acts as a multiplier of the length value, and thus does not change the Cut-type accordingly. For example, if the length is set as 1000mm and the qty is 10, it will show the total qty/length as 10,000mm, but will also nest all the duct pieces." Show More

   Hi there I need help I just need to know what tools do I need to make a this Pattern CID 70 to show a 3D view just only a Half pipe or as a 3d Saddle , I know this can be done but I forgot to back up my files in my previous job.  Show More

With AutoCAD 2025's API migration to .NET 8.0 it is ludicrous CADmep and other Fabrication verticals were left in Framework 4.8. These verticals run In tamdem with AutoCAD and I can only imagine most end user .NET plug-in assemblies reference BOTH APIs. Does Autodesk expect Fabrication product users to strip all of their existing code into separate version dependent assemblies while also juggling support for AutoCAD pre and post 2025? I understand Fabrication is largely ignored these days but introducing breaking API changes in one product and not considering the other seems ridiculous. I repeat this for the sake of Revit 2025 and its Fabrication integration as well. Show More

Is there ANY reason why the design to fabrication function is not enabled for Electrical Content? Surely this should also be available just a dry side & wet side has been enabled. There are users (globally) who would still wish to leverage fabrication in Core products after exchanging  Show More

As far as I see it there's no way to see what commands are being entered in ESTmep. This would be extremely helpful in creating macros to speed up processes whilst estimating.   My target would be to create macros to greatly speed up item entry when using the design line to estimate. i.e. assign the item command for a common item such as a VCD to a mouse button, so there's no need to click on the item. If there is already a simple prefix for the command that I could use I'd really appreciate it if somebody could tell me as it could save me a lot of time. Show More

Being able to assign builderswork details to a specific damper model type, which changes dependant on it's size, would be very useful. Fire damper requirements are always a hot topic in recent years, and the builders work hole requirements are a large part of this. If we could easily tag a required hole size  for each damper, this could save a lot of issues on site. I've tried implementing this into a schedule, but the tables seem to lack the customisation for the intricacies in the required hole size when the damper size changes as this is generally not a uniform increase in hole size.   Along with the above, any improvements to help with fire safety reporting/requirements would be useful as it takes up more and more of our time. Might be worth somebody from Autodesk talking with somebody like the BRE to get a handle on what the requirements are. Show More

It would be an absolute game changer for our business and save countless hours of drawing work if the process of converting Revit services to Fabrication CADmep could work how it was supposed to. All my attempts so far to convert Revit items to Fabrication items have ended up with errors stopping the process working how it should. My process at the moment is to export the design line from Revit and use the processrun command in CADmep to import the items, but this still leaves a lot of work afterwards as the mapping process never ties in completely.   Could somebody point me towards a guide on how to use our Fabrication database/specification to convert Revit items to Fabrication items within Revit so that it could just be exported as a maj file into Fabrication CADmep? Show More

With all of the different types of dampers available, it would be nice if we could sort dampers into groups. We have different standoff elevations, dampers we buy out, and dampers we burn.  Also, the database dampers, (added through the connectors tab in the fittings), should have a maximum width in them if they are rectangular -  instead of just the manually selected damper, (CID 921), having that option. Right now we can't cut the holes and fixing holes for the rectangular dampers that are over 12'' wide. A 24''x24'' duct should have 2 dampers, which would be 2 sets of holes. Currently that would only give us holes for 1 damper.  Show More

We want to have the castle option added to the notch piece of the SMACNA notch duct. this is something we either have to do manually in the opus editing tool or chagne to a different program (Practicam) to acheive. We want to have our process streamlined and this is a time consuming task that should be eliminated. please implement this. Show More

We make extensive use of items that are provided with a product list. We would also like to record the material with thickness in the product list. At this moment, it must be remembered that the material will be adjusted afterwards. Show More

Every time I touch a connector I have to scroll through the list. I know you can start typing to get to what you want, but we have so many iterations of the same item that you have to scroll through. The ask is to extend the amount of connectors shown in the list. Can we make it an option for the database manager instead of hard coded to 6 items? Or maybe show the whole list, once you start typing it shortens. Thanks! you're doing a great job!       Show More