Foundation Library Question
Why am I not able to select a Default File Drawer type? In the global settings the option is there but you can not change it. Yes I can change it in the product but I want to set it once and be done. Is this an undocumented feature? I have changed thisBringing up Product List takes long in FL
Hello, Since transitioning to the Foundation Library, we've encountered significant delays when attempting to access the Product List, with loading times now extending to minutes. This wasn't an issue while using CL. We're curious to know if this is specificItem Number value preselected instead of Width value when adding or editing cabinets
Updated from an older build to the current build (ie. from 23.1.1120.641 to 24.1.1001.641) and whenever a new cabinet is added or Product Prompts is used, the preselected value is now always the Item Number as opposed to how it has always operated previously,Machine Tokens Greyed Out
What might cause this to happen?Unandle Exception - Error Creating Window Handle (Anyone know what causes this?)
When it happens, it keeps appearing until I restart the software. Its not the same error as the other i cant place a cabinet bug. This one the interface does work and lets me try to place it. However after clicking OK prompt this pops up each time.Adding a drawer slide in Imperial Component Cabinet Library
There used to be documentation on the knowledge base tab of this page showing how to add drawer slide hardware for the imperial component library, now it's only showing for the foundation library and I can't find the one for imperial component. was itAccessing Company MV Database
I'm looking to do some remote work for my previous employer. What is the best way to access their MV Database to work in?IT Is having an issue setting up a new user, Illegal Characters in Path
I think I've seen this before and it was a quick fix. Anyone know what were missing or not doing? When Test Factory Connection this pops up instead of Connection Successful!how to not use face frame intermediate rails
we just got the face frame module for fondation and i'm trying to figure out how to not have intermediate rails and stiles. when i set them to to a width of 0 it doesn't calculate doors and drawer fronts correctly when using the drawer front calculaProduct Type Name
I want to add a new product type name to the list. Has anyone attempted it. I have a basic idea just need confirmation: Thanks in advance.FLA licensing
We are getting close to an upgrade and switch to the new system. We are set up with a SQL server. Does the server need internet connection or just the CPU seats?Master Angled Ends Cabinet - add control of width at faces?
I wonder if it would be possible to add a control of the Angled Ends Cabinet type from the Face(s) width instead of the overall width. In other words, the Width of the case would be driven by the geometry of the selected face(s) width, depth of case andHow to do this in the foundation library
In the CCL I have many custom parametric products using sub assemblies I found this rather easy to accomplish. One product is a custom base which can have multiple bays usually no more than 6. I used a base cabinet with division as the core then modifiedNew Toolbox Release Available Today: Build 24.1.1010.641
We are happy to announce that Toolbox build 24.1.1010.641 is now available! This build includes resolutions for issues with staydown nesting paths, the Biesse Winstore plugin, work orders set to process remotely, and more. Please refer to the completeMetric or Imperial
We have different libraries, one metric and one imperial and we don't mix the operations; metric goes to one cnc and imperial to another. It is the exact same machine, just in 2 different countries. With the metric, when processing to send to the cnc,Estimating Drafting and Engineering Time
I'm not too sure of many other industry-specific forums, and I feel like this is also pretty specific to how Microvellum is used, so forgive me if this is off-topic, but I needed to ask someone: How do you estimate the amount of time it will take a drafterIndependent contractor's
Wondering if any of the "Independent" contractors using a Business Model for Drafting and Engineering, have experienced drawing in Microvellum and exporting a DFX file for conversion to CV?Converting a 3d Autocad Drawing Into A Microvellum Part or Product
Hi, I was wondering if there is any way to take an autocad 3d Drawing, that I made inside a Microvellum Project, and turn it into a part or product without totally redesigning it. This way I can use the CAM software Microvellum has to add machining toBest way to change hinges in a 2Door Pie Cut Corner Face Frame Cabinet in old CCL
Currently in the CCL 50.3. I am trying to setup 2Door Pie Cut Corner Face Frame Cabinets to be able to switch out the Hinges/Plates being used for these cabinets. By default, all the Face Frame cabinets use whatever hardware is selected in the Global.Foundation Soffit Product
Wondering how shops are handling PLam soffits. I see a Valance Product that can be used with some modifications for cleating. Any suggestions!!Magic Wire
While upgrading and setting up our foundation library, I wasn't able to find the option to use magic wire for pigeon holes. Will this construction be coming back in the near feature or something that will not be supported anymore.Upper Fillers
Is there a way to turn off the bottom return for the upper filler? And also turn off the automatic dimensioning of the upper filler?Moving Hardware and Finished Faces
Where do you start moving the parts. I modified the sides, top and division, to be 12" deep. Need to move origins 13.875" Any help would be appreciated.FEATURE REQUEST: All material fields visible in a read-only or preview screen
We would see value in being able to see ALL information about a material while inside of a Project. It does not need to be edit-able, just visible. Currently, in Project Properties, if you are clicked on a material, you can see the following fields inSheet Stock Optimization Priority
Knowledge Base (Overview: Materials in Microvellum) notes "If all sheets have an optimization priority of 1, the system will optimize to get the best yield using all the available sheets. Numbers greater than one will optimize as materials are needed."redraw elevations with out redrawing sections?
I need to make some filler changes to my elevations but do not want all the sections to redraw. Is there a way to do this?Engineering Services
Hello, if anybody is in need of AutoCAD drawings or Microvellum help I can offer my services at a low price. Ideally looking for a long term relationship even if that means on and off work for the time being, large or small projects. Comment below.Data Connection Error
New user trying to sign in to our company MV but getting the error "Data Connection Error" Any suggestions on what might be wrong? Haven't created a ticket yet, thought I'd ask here first.Help with Cabinet
This cabinet isn't a master 2 bay horizontal or vertical as it won't give the option for 4 doors on horizontal and on vertical it doesn't give the middle element, any suggestions as to what cabinet this is? TIA! Like Comment SendNew Toolbox Release Available Today: Build 24.1.1001.641
We are happy to announce that Toolbox build 24.1.1001.641 is now available! This build includes resolutions for an issue with the Toolfile UI, issues that would occur within MVProduction, as well as multiple issues with routes and polyline tokens. PleaseDynamic Product Image
I am trying to have the Hardware draw with my dynamic Product Image, but it does not despite having it ticked in my Global Settings Dynamic Image Dynamic Product Image Options When looking at the L! Workbook Spread sheet i Could not see the prompt forFoundation Library and Library Designer
I have the latest Foundation Library as a local installation wanting to do some configuration before I commit it to the server. So far I have hit and miss results with library designer. I wanted to pull a boring token from the rear stretcher and usedAutomatic Flip face
When processing parts that were Machined on face 6 they are being auto flipped in the nest without a pop up dialog question if that is needed. How do I turn that dialog box back on?Where do you change the tool type?
End of Life Announcement for the AU Premium Cabinet Library
Hello, Microvellum Community! We have some news to share with you regarding the AU Premium Cabinet Library... .......... Effective October 1, 2024 We are officially announcing the End of Life (EOL) for the AU Premium Cabinet Library as of October 1, 2024.Drawer Box Rip Sizes
Working through setting up the foundation library. We have a range of stock drawer heights and I had version 50.3 set to use stock rip widths. How is this handled in the foundation library?Parametric equal groove spacing
Hi all, Could an official method be added to create door grooves that have equidistant spacing across the whole door rather the way it's currently done via the D! spreadsheet? (Equidistant grooves in the middle but variable distance on the outside) IExport/Import Contacts
Hi, Is there a way to export/import 'General Contacts' from one library to another?Stop cabinets disappearing in Viewbase
is there any way to stop the cabinets disappearing when using the Viewbase stuff trying to make drawings? Ive edified the whole run of units which means each one needs reselecting, problem in do so ive got nothing to double click to select them. WhatIncrease the Maximum upload size for when creating cases.
I think we need to increase the Maximum upload size for when creating cases. The max file size 20mb is simply way to small. I tried to export a work order and without any extra stuff or CAD files it was 25mb. So, I can't create a case a submit anythingNext Page
Product Engineering Team Meetup
Join us for next Product Engineering Update Review
Gain an up-close view of the enhancements, additions, and modifications within the Foundation library and available expansions.
Register
MVU eLearning
Grow Your Knowledge
Follow along with RJ as he takes you on a journey to build your foundational knowledge of Toolbox.
Announcements
Microvellum Q&A Sessions
This post catalogs Microvellum's Q&A Drop-In Sessions from the year of 2023 to the present day. In Q&A sessions, Microvellum's team of experts help answer questions from clients regarding Toolbox, product engineering, software updates, troubleshooting,New Toolbox Release Available Today: Build 24.1.1105.641
We are happy to announce that Toolbox build 24.1.1105.641 is now available! This build includes resolutions for a fatal error that would sometimes occur during processing, as well as issues with the software feature warning clients when their databaseNew Toolbox Release Available Today: Build 24.1.1030.641
We are happy to announce that Toolbox build 24.1.1030.641 is now available! This build includes resolutions for issues with routing and door profiles, specific settings within data access, the setmill of extruded products, the Library Update Utility,New Foundation Library Release Available Today: Build 24.1025
We are happy to announce that a new update for the Foundation Library, build 24.1025 is now available! The latest release of Microvellum's Foundation Library includes resolutions for numerous issues, updates to existing products to improve functionality,Component Cabinet Library PDF Archive
As part of the End of Life for the Component Cabinet Library, the majority of articles on the Component Cabinet Library have been removed from the Microvellum Knowledge Network. However, we are fully aware that some users may still require the documentation
Follow us on: