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Adding Hinge to MV
I made a model of an Accurate Offset Pivot Hinge that we use often in our company. How do I add this into Microvellum? I'm familiar with the workbook designer so if anyone could guide me though doing it there it would be appreciated! I've added the dwg.Reinstalling Toolbox Standard
Once in a while Toolbox must be uninstalled prior to upgrading to a newer version of AutoCad. (Because your existing version of Toolbox doesn't recognize or support the newer version of AutoCad.) There's a knowledge base article that discusses this operation,project export
Is there a way to export a project without all the irrelevant hardware? 1 project export - 6gbDrawing Subassemblies Only
It seems that we often get involved in projects that involve re-facing only. New Doors, Drawer Fronts and sometimes even new Drawer Boxes. Is there a way to draw and get a cutlist for those Subassembly parts only without drawing a whole cabinet?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 layerSQL CE Viewer, Projects Rows Empty (Minus LinkIDCategory and ID)
Hi, We exported and archived tons of projects, it looks like some random (95) garbage rows still exist in the database. Is it safe to just delete these? If so, what is the best method to? Thanks, -JamesCreate 2 additional options to hide elevation and section dimensions
For people who use dimensioning via paper space. There is no simple way of turning off elevational dimensions or section dimensions unless you turn off some or all of the 2D_Instructions. Currently under options there is only an option to turn off 2DUsing Microvellum Remotely ( Azure Cloud, RDP, SQL, Remote Workforce / employees, Cloud based SQL Servers,
Using microvellum remotely has been an issue. Issues doing it the wrong way: 1) Internet Lag ( slow connection to your work device ) 2) using RDP without proper protection on both ends ( remote computer and office machine ). You open up your computerHelp .top drawer issues
What did I do? I'm assuming I did something. top drawers are coming in super tall .and no info in top drawer opening measurements. I was getting my drawers to how I wanted. I cant see anything I did in global and I don't remember messing with look upChange material defaults foundation library
In the Foundation Library, does anyone know the best location to change the Material defaults in the Foundation library so that the changed material shows in the cut parts wizard? Should I change the Material Name under the LookUp Table in the M workbook?Who has moved from Component Library to Foundation Library
Who has moved from Component Library to Foundation Library and HOW did you do it?? My gosh!! SO many things different, moved and why did that change??? While other things ... ok that's the same atleast ... LOL Where did you start??? ... Because wow!!Explain GETEQ1, GETEQ2, GETEQH and GETEQV better ..
Can some please explain the GETEQ1, GETEQ2, GETEQH and GETEQV better than this FAQ page?? https://community.microvellum.com/portal/en/kb/articles/eq-functions Starting with a blank Misc Starter Part. I want an item of QTY X [Variable Name: SLATS] equallyDrawer Stacks – Top Drawer Height to use Default Height?
Is it possible in the CCL libraries to have the drawer stack cabinets and the drawer stack subassemblies to come in and use the Default Top drawer height and then equal out the other drawers? In our residential side: On our 1.25 Overlay cabinets we useDesign & Engineering Skills Competition
In honor of Microvellum's 30th anniversary, we’re shining a spotlight on the talented designers, drafters, and engineers who use our software to bring extraordinary ideas to life. Showcase your creativity and expertise by entering for a chance to earnField measuring L shaped countertops
I was wondering what methods are good for field measuring long L shaped countertops if you don't have a laser scanner. We have some long ones coming up where a template would be getting out of hand due to the overall size. We have an angle finder tool,Drawer Box Dowel Holes
If I want my Drawer Box Dowel Holes to always have 32mm spacing (1.25984") and 3/4" from edge, how should these window options be setup? Thanks in advance.PROCESSING TIME
has anyone had a product with quite a few parts take over an hour to process? i have an SMA product that has a lot of parts with routs and it has been over an hour and it still hasn't finished.Shadow rail not notching out
New library and the shadow rail selection on cabinet end is not doing the notch out for rail Build-22.1.330.641 Library-Foundation library build 22.1005Drawer Front Set Screw Holes Machining
Our shop recently came across this issue after updating to 24.1127 where our drawer fronts were receiving holes for set screws when we previously did not have them process on the CNC. We checked through all of our global settings and found that thereAny Updates on SMT Development Roadmap?
I have been an advocate for Microvellum's Solid Model Tools since their inception. As time goes by however, these tools are in need of some major improvements. A few things that come to mind: Better analyzation of parts (especially radius parts) to rotateShelf Hole starting point
Hi In the foundation library with added office expansion We sometimes have some products such as bookcases where we want continuous shelf holes starting at the same distance from the bottom of the panel. In the past I thought i had it working but maybeSheet Size
What step am I missing to process a part that is 45.5 X 120. I have added the material and still get the error message.Master Cabinet vs. Starter cabinet
What is the difference between the Master cabinet series and the starters, or even open cabinets? For what I've tried to make, they all seem like basically the same thing. What am I missing?How to get Material Grain Direction on a Report
I'm trying to make a CSV file, its going well, but we need an indication of the grain for the material being used for the part. I can get Part.Grain, however I dont know how to get Part.Material.Grain. Also, is it possible to know if the part has machiningExport/Import Contacts
Hi, Is there a way to export/import 'General Contacts' from one library to another?Foundation Library Update Error - *This is not a valid update package*
Hello, Something strange is happening while attempting to update the foundation library using the utility. We downloaded the correct version as per the instructions on the foundation library downloads page. Once we have selected it and begin the update,Drawer Front Adjusters for False Fronts
I just recently switched over from the component library to the Foundation. The one thing that helps production when I was using the old library is the option to use drawer front adjusters on the sink false fronts. I do not see this option in the FoundationBlum Pull-Out Shelf Lock
Can this shelf be added in the library infrovment listRAMPING OUT TOO SOON
We're using a Shopsabre IS510 and I feel like we need to make the ending ramp longer in the code for cutting out our parts. At this point it's leaving a hump in the cutout piece. Has anyone had any issue with this and cured it?"IF" Formula
How do I combine 2 "if" statements, with different results, in the same formula? =IF(L!Anchor_To_Wall=1,IF(L!Base_Cabinet,-G!Base_Cabinet_Wall_Offset,0)) =IF(L!Anchor_To_Wall=1,IF(L!Tall_Cabinet,-G!Tall_Cabinet_Wall_Offset,0))Can't Open New Case
I can't create a new support case from within Microvellum and I can't create a new support case from the portal either. (infinite spinning circles)Make Section View Transparent
How do I remove this gray background from my section view generated by MV, also why is the back of my drawer box not showing?Hardware list preview
Is there a place to preview the hardware list similar to the "Parts List Preview" prior to processing a project in MV?Import projects from other cabinet design software e.g. CV, Mozaik, Palette Cad etc. and from Excel spreadsheet
Hi, We run a cut to size business for cabinet makers and have had enquires from customers who use software other than Microvellum like Cabinet Vision, Mozaik, Palette Cad, CabMaster etc. They ask, is it possible to import a project from their softwareLook Up Tables
I have an issue with Lookup Tables and Hardware. We are adding different shelf clips to our hardware list so they show up on the hardware processing lists. I added a Hafele pin to the hardware tab in the material files and went to the look up table forMac Platform
Does anyone know if Microvellum is available a MAC platform? We have a user that might be working remotely but only has a mac system at home.Product Name Font Increase
I'm trying to increase the size of the Product Name on the Plan View. Under the AutoCAD properties if I increase the Paper Text Height it works, but I want to save this setting to the Dimension style, however Annotative dimension settings appear to beUnhandled Exception Error while working on my project
Hi, I have encounter this issue rarely, still it is better to have a discussion on how to fix it. Normally I just restart my program and it went back normal again without the error, but I would like to know if others have occur this issue and have a permanentMV Development - Subassembly name references in product prompts
Some product prompts reference subassemblies by name, which is a problem when we save new subassemblies with a unique name to avoid overwriting with updates. The unique subassemblies are not recognized. Example: OR portion of the formula in the valueAssociative Machining Mirrored
I'm setting up a coat hook for some lockers we are going to run, and the machining works properly on the back and right gable but is somehow flipped when applied to the left gable. Not sure what is going on, anyone else have this problem before and whatNext Page
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