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Unhandled exception
Anyone else get this error after working in program and then going into product prompts.
Product Engineering Team Meetup - New Schedule
In response to recent feedback regarding our Product Engineering Team Meetup events, we have implemented some adjustments to the event schedule. While tomorrow's event, scheduled for May 2, 2024, will maintain its usual time at 1:00 PM Pacific Time, our
New MVU Training Plan Now Available: Estimating & Project Costing
Are you using Toolbox to create estimates or generate project costing information? Need help getting started? We created a training plan, videos and a quiz to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to effectively utilize Toolbox for estimating.
ERROR CODE 115028
IS ANYONE EXPERIENCING THIS ERROR CODE WHEN WORKING 115028
New Toolbox Release Available Today: Build 24.1.0430.641
We are happy to announce that Toolbox build 24.1.0430.641 is now available! This build includes resolutions for issues with G-code file paths, and processing with multiple saws in a work order. Please refer to the complete Release Notes for more information
X indicator for edgetape
To prevent machining on the incorrect edge of a part, could an "X" or similar show up where there is an edgetape assisgned. Considering there is a yellow circle for the machining point, I assume my request is posssible. I've drawn in the red "X" below
New Foundation Library Release Available Now: Build 24.0419
We are happy to announce that a new update for the Foundation Library, Build 24.0419 is now available! The latest release of Microvellum's Foundation Library includes resolutions for numerous issues, updates to existing products to improve functionality,
hinge plate returns #N/A error
I've added our specific Blum hinge to the LookUpTableHinges. We use the 71B3590 110 degree Blumotion Inserta type, and I wanted it reporting exactly on our hardware reports without needing to be edited on the fly. So far so good there, but now I'm getting
Drawer stack bottom recess for the Foundation Library
There is an option in the Component Library for a drawer stack bottom recess where it lowers the bottom of the drawer cabinet behind the toe kick face. I use this often to get more space for file drawers. Is there an option for this in the Foundation
adding the daisy catch
I would like the daisy catch added to the finished face for use in corner units. It's a very simple piece of plastic that stops corner doors from sagging.
CutRite - Microvellum
Does anyone use these combinations? So, recently invested in a SQL Standard server and we have the Unified Work Orders inside of that. We are also in the middle of purchasing some new Homag machines. My question is..do I purchase the Microvellum server
Plot Layers Based on Page Setup
Hello everyone, Our company is slowly making the switch from using one big franken-file for a job (up to 100 sheets) to doing one .dwg per room. In the spirit of pushing this transition along a little smoother, I am trying to overhaul our templates to
import 'component' based products into 'foundation' environment?
Is there any option to import custom products from a component based library (v050.7) into the foundation library system? I have a good many custom products, a few of which would not be easily replicated. Thanks! T.
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Saving Sub assembly
Has the issue with saving a subassembly been resolved in the later updates? I am still using database explorer to change out a sub assembly for a newer modified one as the save to library and overwrite existing sometimes works but most times not. Has
Report Help N Subassemblies Drawers
Hey I'm not the best when it comes to reports. Hoping some here can help me out. we use Drawer Box List reports and it 9/10 works great. but every once in a while we have Nested subassemblies from starter products and its starts to get funky. I want to
Lamello Cabineo Display Issue
I am getting an odd image when using the Lamello Cabineo fasteners in both 3d and section views. Any idea why I am getting this? It does not seem to affect machining at all so it seems to just be a graphic issue. I am leaning towards it being the cover
What happened to my bay calculator?
Hey all, Working on a modified of the Foundations Library Master Straight Designer Cabinet. Somewhere in my work I've managed to remove(?) the bay calculator. It no longer shows up on the right click in the product prompts and doesn't show up in the properties
Cabinet in foundation library
Hello does anyone know the name of this cabinet in the foundation library? We can't find it anywhere so thanks for any help.
Serial number removal from system
How do I go about removing the current serial number from my installation? I am having issues with contacting the original owner of the seat that I have installed.
Full Tops option Global on Library and projects specifications groups in RED and won't let me check box
I'm trying to select the full top option on my project specifications groups and it appears in RED and it doesn't let me check the box. Why is it like this and how do I get it to work? I attached a snippet.
Nesting Algorithm Needs Work
We came to Microvellum a few years ago now and the one and only thing that has never been as good as our old system has been the nesting. Normally we just use the default output and accept it as long as it matches our production managers sheet estimate
Bluebeam alternatives
any other pdf software that allow you to mark things up that are cheaper than Bluebeam? They just raised prices again
Part labels printing portrait not landscape
I am currently trying to migrate to the Foundation Configuration. Everything is set up the way my company likes it. However we use a 4 x 2 roll feed label for parts. When I went to print a label it prints i portrait, so the half the label in not printed.
report dataset
Creating a report. Select tables to be included in dataset on right. Dataset on left does not appear to include said tables... any thoughts?
FOUNDATION ADJ Shelf Label
I would like to remove the ADJ in elevation and keep it for sections. If I zero out the label in Elevation it also deletes the ADJ in Section!!
Hinge and Pull Stile WIdth Override Slight Mistake (Foundation 24.0322)
Looking at Foundation 24.0322 (Most Recent) the formula for these are usually always pointing to the drawer column in the door look up table because its asking: AND(Bay_Position<59,Bay_Position<67), Just needs to change to AND(Bay_Position>59,Bay_Position<67)
Microwave base cabinet with open coloured box above
Have a unit to suit Microwave open base cab with drawer below currently only has the option to suit trim kits no coloured internals
Parametric list for EDGEARRAY
Asking for a friend:) How can I generate a parametric list of locations? I am messing with EDGEARRAY token and the first parameter is the list of numbers that determine the location of the hardware. What I am trying to do is to write a formula that generates
HETTICH IQ CAB
have an option to select Hettich IQ units and mark back of doors for mounting
Joining Tables in Report Designer
Hi all, I'm trying to modify the Product Summary report so I can access the prompts for each product, yet I only want one line for each product. Does anyone know the simplest way to achieve this or have any tips? I think the best solution would be to
Solid Stock Report Issues
I just process a Face Frame and Shaker Door job and this is the solid stock report. What the hell is this and what can I do to figure out what is wrong. I use formula materials for the door and face frame parts and its been working fine with this format
Replace Product
I've noticed that "Replace Product" doesn't actually replace products from the library, but instead replaces product prompts. While I see this limitation could be helpful for a lot of reasons, it would also be helpful to completely replace a product,
OPTION FOR DW HOLE CUT OUT IN BASE UNITS
Have an option to make DW Service hole in the base and end of a base Cabinet
Creating report for a specific material only
Hi, We would like to run a report where only parts to a selected material are processed, is this possible? It's required for a take off to a certain material in the project. I can see in the processing center, you can load parts to the selected materials,
Face 6 axis direction single parts
When drilling face 6 single parts after sheet nesting,,,, is there a way to control which axis it flips the part, what im looking for is "longest edge on the x" type of control. hope this makes sense
Scale List adding new entries in Foundation
This may be a matter for a ticket and not a discussion post, but i figured i would try here first since i am not in a HURRY to get this resolved. We use annotative dimensions, and some tags which directly tie to the viewport scale. And everything worked
Dim Sting From Wall
Where do I find an explanation for the 4 Dim Strings. I do understand that they most likely are prompts for drawing the 3D wall in Plan and Elevation. I have made a change to the wall width Dim being place off the wall 6" instead of the 26" (thanks to
SQL KEYS
I have been reading the "K/B" regarding the" MV Data Dictionary" along with SQL and would appreciate input on understanding "Foreign & Primary Keys" within various "Tables" that show their relationship. My goal is to fully understand MV SQL "Data Base
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