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Cut Part Is Smaller than Model
We are having a problem where our nested part (and what gets cut at the machine) is smaller than the dimensions in Microvellum and what is shown the model. It is not on all parts but it seems to be on parts with multiple edges edgebanded. However it isn't
drawer box
does anyone here use a 1/4" bottom dadoed in to the sides and sub-front with the back cut short (classic drawer box construction). for some reason i can't get those parameters right in the globals. does anyone have the settings?
Alternate Unit Input/Conversion Functionality in MV
In Microvellum & Innergy Design it would be nice to be able to use any unit type in any entry box and have it automatically convert it to the current unit, so if you are in Inches but you had a metric measurement for a feature you could input 127mm and
Microvellum Toolbar Resize Issue When on Right of the Screen
I like my Microvellum toolbar to be on the right of the screen. When MV starts with the toolbar located on the right, it can't be resized. You have to first swap it the left, then back to the right to get the resize to actually stick. Every time MV is
Disable Microvellum Support AI during Ticket Creation
If I want to open a ticket, let me open a ticket. Can we remove the AI responses when attempting to create a ticket? I don't want to explain my problem to AI and I don't want AI telling me "that's expected behaviour." 12:36 AM | Daniel: Optimization for
Polling to session server failed
While using MV occasionally I get a pop up indicating I've been offline for a while! then I get one indicating 'polling to network session server failed - no error' both screenshots attached MV say its our server our IT people say its not! Working remotely
Dado Construction setup and machining
Can someone shed some light on their dado construction setup and how well it works for them, we use it and i'm growing tired of the very specific setup we have for it mainly based on my previous post here: https://community.microvellum.com/portal/en/community/topic/premill-fixed-shelf-dado
Single Part G-Code for Buyout Doors and Drawer Fronts: How Are You Setting This Up?
My situation is that factory has purchased vinyl-wrapped doors and drawer fronts from Laminex already cut to size. We don't need to nest or cut the parts. We only need to generate CNC drilling programs for hinge holes, drawer front drilling, handle drilling,
Support via Chat
What is up with technical support asking questions via chat? If I don't have my MV support ticket up via Internet Explorer, I don't know that someone is trying to talk to me since I don't get an email. I respond back via the chat, now how does the support
Adding .XLSX file Format to Reports
It would be nice if we can get Report Groups to export reports in .XLSX format. Currently it will only go to .XLS then every time we open the report it prompts us saying the file me be corrupt or unsafe. Only open if from a trusted source. Its not a huge
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Nesting errors
I keep getting these sorts of issues pop up, there are two pieces overlapped in that screenshot as well, 3 pieces total. Also have no idea if that error popping up is anything to do with it.
Cannot Load BSB26
Anyone has this issue when installing BSB26 .. Even though I installed Window Runtime
New Microvellum Release Available Today: Build 26.1.0422.641
We are happy to announce that Microvellum build 26.1.0422.641 is now available! This build includes resolutions for issues with product dimensioning, associative machining, grid view within the processing center, sawing reports, and more. A new optimization
Aventos HKi - backside pocket cut, left side
Aventos HKi - The left side hardware pocket is pocketing on backside (red), but the cutout outline is on correct face. I'm not sure how - I've dug into the hardware tokens - there's only one vector as expected. The routes look correct in '2D Parts', but
Associated products not moving with Wall
Anybody else noticing this? When using MVMOVE to move a wall the products associated to it used to move with the wall. This isn't necessarily a problem because the products are indeed still associated and will produce sections when selecting the wall
Blum undermount setbacks: Overlay vs Inset?
Hey everyone, Quick question—how are you all handling Blum undermount (Tandem/Movento) slide setbacks when switching between overlay and inset cabinets? Specifically, for inset setups using depth-adjustable locking devices, there is a different formula
Feature Request - Printable Comments
Something i've always wished we had was a way to convey information on a nesting patter that comes through onto the report drawing. I assume it would work in the following way, user draws something in 2d, makes it a specific colour on a specific layer
Feature Request - Highlight Product When Selected in Product Viewer
This has probably been requested before, but it would REALLY help to have a product highlight in model space when it is selected in the Product Viewer. Right now you can do that in Part Properties, which is really nice - especially when parts have generic
"Hinge" token parameters
Would someone please post an example how they've set up the associative token "Hinge"?
Spec Group Refresh at Report Generation
Is there a way to disable the spec group refresh when generating reports after a work order has been processed? My team and I regularly work in large jobs with 20+ spec groups and it takes an average of 97 seconds per report printed to refresh each spec
Classroom Training "On-Line"
Are these training sessions "Free" or FEE Based? Having trouble registering for tomorrows USA time slot.
Material file randomly changing data
Has anyone ever experienced the material file randomly changing data? For example, we have three rooms - kitchen, bedroom, bathroom. 3 completely different spec groups for each, all with independent components and all labelled as their relevant room.
Drawer front WIDTHS using HORIZONTAL reveal calculations
I had a client come back and ask for routed finger pulls on doors and drawers, with 3/4" horizontal reveals. (Base_Top_Gap, Horizontal_Drawer_Gap and Horizontal_Door_Gap). I found that those settings gave me incorrect drawer front WIDTHS relative to the
Toe Kick Notches Left Side but not Right Side
Hello All, I've been back and forth trying to force this...but have not had any luck. I have selected the "Notch Ends To Floor and it does the left one only. As you can see from the attachments it looks like the "Machine Token" is there. Any suggestions
New Microvellum Release Available Today: Build 26.1.0529.641
We are happy to announce that Microvellum build 26.1.0529.641 is now available! This build includes resolutions for issues with docking sizes, the formula editor, sawing G-code, and more. Please refer to the complete Release Notes for more information
How to Understand Error Messages
This question is twofold: 1) What in tarnation does all this mean? 2) What do you all do when these errors pop up. This is clearly written to someone who understands programming. I wish MV would target the user- (or do I really need to be at a level where
Anyway to do a non square polygon pockets
I'm working on a product, and I want to make pockets that look like this: The angles on the sides and the length and width of the part is controlled by prompts, so this needs to be parametric. I can make a pocket with a pline machine token, but I need
PRINT COMPOSITE NESTS
Is anyone experiencing issues with nest printing? When selecting multiple sheets in a single print job, the output is inconsistent—specifically, the second-to-last sheet is duplicated, while the final sheet is omitted entirely.
Products Accidentally Turning Into Another Product??
I've spent a month or so putting together a laundry room. I have a row of bases that is a drawer stack, a sink base, and a trash pullout. I was on the last leg of a journey, just touching up my production drawings and materials list. I just need to fix
Adding Subassembly Inserts Using Pick Corners
Does anyone actually use the "Pick Corners" feature, and does it actually work for them? Here's the documentation on it: https://community.microvellum.com/portal/en/kb/articles/adding-subassembly-inserts-and-using-pick-corners#Adding_SubassemblyInserts_and_Using_Pick_Corners
Poor Optimization w/ BSB
Despite some reservations we upgraded out license to BSB, mainly for the optimizer improvements. While significantly faster than OEM, I am still getting very poor results. Below is an image of a typical grid, there are 50 sheets that look essentially
New Horizons Woodworks is Hiring an Architectural Millwork Project Manager
Who is New Horizons Woodworks New Horizons Woodworks is a rapidly growing custom cabinet and architectural woodworking company specializing in commercial architectural millwork projects for healthcare facilities, schools, businesses, government buildings,
Last Toolbox OEM Build 25.1.0616.641
Hi guys, we are moving to the BSB asap but there are still a few project going on OEM and (of course) we've missed the downloading window (20/07) for the latest build (Build 25.1.0616.641). I've opened a ticket last Friday (18/07) on something that was
Update 25.1.1107.641 .zip | Install File
Would anyone be willing to share their 25.1.1107.641 update .zip file? Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Set Homaq ABD 060
what configuration i supposted to do for horizontal drilling Homaq ABD 060
Scrap yield is so awful compared to the last couple years...
See attached composite. Why is is placing all these parts on separate sheets? These could all fit on the 1st sheet. I have not made changes in our scrap and we have been using it for years. This is dumb and causing such a waste of time trying to figure
Auto Annotative Scaling isnt working
Dimension Style is set to be Annotative. Dimensions Style has all standard scales loaded. Auto Scale is on. But the font size changes each time. When i read 'Auto Scale' i figure it means it will automatically annotatively scale text and dims to maintain
Reports: Parts.Length vs Parts.CutPartLength
Working with some solid stock door parts, and trying to get some reports redesigned for it. And i noted that on the Solid Stock report, by default it uses Parts.CutPartLength and Parts.CutPartWidth, this results in all the sizes being 1/16" bigger than
Dual Unit Distance LISP
I created a LISP that can be used instead of the DI/DIST command to pull measurements, it shows in the drawing units (just like DI) plus an alternate unit inside the brackets. - The command is set to D2 but if you do a find and replace in Notepad you