Founded
1992 — building third-party applications for mechanical design teams from day one.
CAD fx—three decades of CAD innovation
CAD fx, Inc. is an Autodesk Authorized Developer headquartered in Grand Blanc, Michigan. Since 1992, we have specialized in productivity software and custom automation that keeps design and engineering teams efficient, accurate, and audit-ready.
Headquarters
P.O. Box 943, Grand Blanc, Michigan 48480 USA.
Focus areas
CAD automation, AutoCAD customization, document control, and data integration.
Our story
We began as a mechanical productivity studio helping manufacturers automate repetitive detailing tasks. Over the years we expanded into batch processing, CAD data management, and custom integrations—always staying grounded in the realities of production engineering.
1990s: LISP roots
Delivered early AutoLISP routines and ObjectARX applications that automated detailing for automotive suppliers.
2000s: Product suite launch
Introduced Batch Script Processor, Mechanical Power Tools, and Balloon fx to address everyday CAD bottlenecks.
2010s: Enterprise integration
Partnered with engineering firms to connect CAD fx tools to PLM, ERP, and document management systems like ProjectWise.
2020s: Cloud-connected workflows
Expanded into web services, data pipelines, and hybrid desktop/cloud applications tailored to distributed design teams.
Leadership principles
Four commitments guide how we build products and support customers.
Accuracy first
Every product release is validated against real-world drawings to ensure predictable results.
Partnership mindset
We treat every engagement as a long-term relationship—providing guidance long after go-live.
Transparent support
Direct access to our developers keeps conversations efficient and solutions targeted.
Continuous improvement
Customer feedback drives our roadmap, from new automation modules to integrations.
Meet the expertise
A multidisciplinary group of developers, engineers, and consultants under one roof.
Software engineering
.NET, C#, WPF, C++, ObjectARX, and modern web technologies for cross-platform solutions.
CAD specialists
Former designers and CAD managers who understand production constraints and standards.
Data & integration
Database architects experienced with SQL Server, REST APIs, and ProjectWise automation.
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