Creo Advanced Assembly Extension (AAX): Build Smarter, Faster

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Simplify Complexity in Large-Scale Product Design

Designing complex assemblies is no easy task—especially when speed, accuracy, and customization are critical. With Creo Advanced Assembly Extension (AAX), engineers streamline design, improve collaboration, and manage performance from concept to production.

AAX enables top-down design, concurrent development, secure data sharing, and automated assembly process planning, helping you reduce errors, protect IP, and get to market faster.

Why Leading Companies Choose Creo AAX

Accelerate Time-to-Market

Work concurrently across distributed teams, eliminate integration errors, and reduce costly rework.

Reduce Product Development Costs

Minimize delays and design bottlenecks by automating planning and communication tasks.

Improve Product Quality

Create more innovative, optimized assemblies with tools that enhance visibility, control, and coordination.

Support Mass Customization

Seamlessly define and manage build-to-order and design-to-order products without third-party tools.

Protect Intellectual Property

Control access and securely share only the data that’s needed—with confidence and precision.

Advanced Tools for Advanced Assemblies

Top-Down Design with Skeleton Models: Plan and manage assembly structure using skeletons, motion models, and controlled references.
Concurrent Design Management: Distribute design intent and geometry through contact interfaces, inheritance models, and secure sharing.
Configure-to-Order and Design Automation: Define component logic, use interchange groups, and automate custom product creation from spreadsheets or program rules.
Assembly Process Planning Automation: Generate process documentation—including manufacturing BOMs—with a few clicks.
Performance Optimization for Large Assemblies: Use shrinkwraps, envelopes, and skeletons to manage display, boost performance, and reduce load times.

Where Creo AAX Delivers Impact

Industrial Equipment Design: Support custom configurations without sacrificing speed or accuracy.

Aerospace & Defense: Manage distributed teams and strict compliance with secure data sharing.

Automotive Engineering: Accelerate top-down design for complex mechanical and motion systems.

Consumer Products: Enable rapid iteration and design-to-order workflows for variant-rich product lines.

Medical Devices: Coordinate closely with manufacturing while reducing risk of integration errors.

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Take the Next Step

Talking to an EAC expert helps you uncover process gaps, streamline operations, and align strategies with your business goals. It’s a focused, collaborative step toward smarter, more efficient work.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Below you’ll find answers to our most commonly asked questions.

You can count on personalized support around the clock by email, live chat, or by joining a live webinar.

Is Creo AAX only for large companies?

Not at all. Any team designing complex or configurable products can benefit from its structured design tools and automation capabilities.

Can I use Creo AAX with existing Creo Parametric models?

Yes. Creo AAX extends Creo Parametric with advanced tools, so you can build on your current work seamlessly.

How does AAX help with protecting IP?

AAX includes features like shrinkwrap geometry, simplified reps, and read-only data access to ensure that only necessary information is shared.

What if my team uses spreadsheets to configure products?

AAX supports spreadsheet-driven product configuration and simple program automation for rapid custom product creation.