Wood Hacks: Spreadsheets (Part 6)
In this episode of Wood Hacks, learn more about spreadsheets (subassembly and nested subassembly workbooks) and how to create custom parametric products!
Correct hardware report ?
In my material file I can rename ( custom name ) sheet goods in the library and push them over to the left to update the project with those sheet goods . I cannot do the same with the hardware . If I rename my pulls to a custom name in the library and
Parts Houdini Themselves - SMA
I am using the SMA tool to import a 3D desk. There are a few panels that are refusing to work with the sheet stock that has been setup within the global library. When I use another sheet it will create the panel, but I need this part to be labelled correctly.
Edging parts.
I am not sure if its been brought up before now, but I would think it would be a good idea to get a EDGE ALL ROUND button in part properties.
22.1.0307.641 Edge Band Issues
I just changed the edge banding on all my doors and drawer fronts to 3mm pvc. I just discovered that when doing that, the edge banding is changed for these parts in every spec group even if the spec group has a different material file. I thought maybe
Wood Hacks: Spreadsheets (Part 3)
In this Wood Hacks episode you will learn how to use the Function Arguments and Formula Editor interfaces to read, reverse-engineer or write formulas.
Wood Hacks: Spreadsheets (Part 2)
In this Wood Hacks episode, you will learn how to navigate to, and operate within, the local Workbook with the use of spreadsheets.
Wood Hacks: Spreadsheets (Part 5)
In this Wood Hacks episode, you will learn how to navigate to, and operate within, the local Workbook with the use of spreadsheets.
Survey: Bookshelf Reading List for Q2
Alright everyone, it's time to select the books to read for April, May, and June. Please take a minute to fill out this survey. The top three books will be added to the upcoming reading list. Thanks everyone for participating!
Does anyone have a recommendation for a saw that is compatible with the Microvellum saw report?
Hey guys, Does anyone have a recommendation for a saw that is compatible with the Microvellum saw report? We just want to see if we can cut laminate from that report automatically. Thanks in advance for any input.
Face 6 flip sheet issue
Hi guys we keep having the same issue happen when running face 6 flip sheets as you can see in the photos attached. I have made these pieces overdramatic to what happens when running the program. I know the issue is from the sheet not sitting in the exact
MV Bookshelf - March 2022: "The DevOps Handbook" by Gene Kim, Jez Humble, Patrick Debois, and John Willis
No leap year this year, so today is the first day of March; and that means it's time for the next book-of-the-month! "The DevOps Handbook: How to Create World-Class Agility, Reliability, and Security in Technology Organizations" by Gene Kim, Jez Humble,
A few questions for countertop products
Hi There, I am in process of building a corian countertops library and encounter following questions and hopeful someone can help with. Pline Machining token-- How to turn it on and off based on the product prompts. e.g. For the "Route a Circle" machining
2D Part Editor Failure - Creates Multiples of the Original Drawing
I am editing a part of a cabinet with 2D Part editor and when I go to re-draw the part and return to the original model it creates 2 new drawing tabs from the original file and they show as locked as I am already editing the original file... Not sure
Is there a way to edit the Subassembly List?
When altering subassemblies through design data I've noticed duplicates and obsolete Subassemblies appearing in the Subassembly list. Is there a way to edit these? I use the subassembly clipboard which is a great tool but would like to remove obsolete
32mm construction
Hi MV community, Does anybody have any recommendations for resources, books, e learning on 32 mm style construction for cabinets?
Saw containers?
Can anyone tell me what is going on here ? I have 3 sets of doors on a 4'x8' sheet , two sets cut complete and the last set is on a container that has to be spun and cut again. They are all the same identical. The image is coming off of the saw software
where is this tolerance setting ?
I have been having quite a few parts coming out with this high level of tolerance . How do I reduce the number of zeros?
CompX Regulator Locks
Has anyone here setup the CompX Regulator Locks and would possibly be willing to share or give me some advice in the setup? We have a job coming up and they are requiring these locks. In a test job I have the lookup table for these setup for vertical
U Shaped Sink Drawer Box ...
I'm sure this has been asked / discussed before (I can't easily locate any posts...) But has anyone tackled the U-Shape Drawer issue for sink cabinets? Like this?? I'd like to see how people have done this before I start tearing into a new sub assembly
ToolBox Standard Update 22_1_0307_641 Not being recognized
Has anyone experienced this issue after loading AC2022?
Flatshot Competing Command's
What is causing this pop-up window? What is an AcCoreSection?
Maintenance Updates for Toolbox 2019 Coming to an End in March 2022
As of March 1, 2022, Microvellum will officially stop producing maintenance updates for Toolbox 2019 licensed software. This decision to end the development of software updates for Toolbox 2019 aligns with Microvellum's development strategy to include
True Shape Slider
Can someone explain to me the logic behind the true shape nest slider puzzle?
Is it possible to change the name of the KV brackets and standards?
For example, we use a Shelf Standard KV 82 White 78 in. . What we actually order is a PRO DSPROSPRDBL-78WH. All I want is to have the PRO name show up on my hardware report for ordering. The lookup tables don't seem to have much on these particular hardware
New Release Available Today: Toolbox 2022 Build: 22.1.0307.641
We are happy to announce that Toolbox 2022 is now available! This OEM version release includes improvements to Blocks Palette, Processing and Performance. As well as some new features for Count Objects and Floating Drawing windows. Read the complete
Flat Shot Origin point
Why is there such a great distance from the products origin point to where it is placed?
Spreadsheets (Part 3) - Wood Hacks 13
In this Wood Hacks episode you will learn how to use the Function Arguments and Formula Editor interfaces to read, reverse-engineer, or write formulas.
Spreadsheets (Part 2) - Wood Hacks 13
In this episode of Wood Hacks, James Drury describes some of the tools available within the spreadsheet, like icons and shortcut menus, and gives brief examples of how and when you may need to use them.
Programmable Mice - Wood Hack S1:E2
Hey! Check out the latest Wood Hack video! In this episode, we talk about programmable mice and why they are worth the investment. Learn a few tips to help you stay productive throughout your day. xxx
what software help streamline processes related to manufacturing, time tracking, etc, and it's compatible with microvellum
Hi guys, Do you have any recommendation about what software to use to help streamline processes related to manufacturing, time tracking, job costing, task tracking, project management and more, and at the same time it's compatible with Microvellum. Right
Example of optimization
I have attached an example of the need for the ability to nest parts within parts. Large window area 61.5x25.5 that is cut out. There are a lot of parts on this project that would fit and to make matters worse there are a lot of these on this project.
Drawing Countertops
Hello all, I am looking for a tutorial about how to draw countertops. I assumed there would be one on this knowledge base, but after searching "tutorial countertops" and coming up with nothing, I thought I'd ask. I have attempted to draw some (without
Adding Item Numbers to 2D Drawings
G,day All. I have added draw block 2D Item Symbol to my cross section 2D instructions promps in Edit Design Data. I am unable to get them to reflect the original number of the sourse product. Any help much appreciated. Cheers. PS. I am using Microvellum
Scrap Parts should not increase yield.
I have noted a few times where the program decided to use a 5x12 instead of a 4x8 when all the parts on the 5x12 would have fit on a single 4x8. This is caused by the fact that scrap parts are considered as if they increase the yield of the sheet. Therefore,
EPB PLATE JOINTS
Where in SM Tools do I find how to set the Top & Floor plates to have the same locations for seams?
New Release Available Today: Build 21.2.0111.641
We are happy to announce that the update to build 21.2.0111.641 is now available! This build includes resolutions to issues with Scrap Management, Saw, Part Processing, Project Wizard, Include Routes In Borders (IRIB), and Material Processing. Read
Graphics card and Drawing Solids
I am using EPB for Die Wall construction along with drawing AutoCAD Solids in MV. I don't have the latency if I am using AutoCAD to draw my solids, it is when I am using MV that I experience the latency. Trying to understand if the latency is a combined
Any links or video on converting 3d scans to a Misc Part?
The scans follow the wall detail so its not a perfect arc. My problem seems to be that when I go to create a boundary from my scanned points to create my part shape , cad does not like all the vertices and starts to do different weird things. I am assuming
Pocket Route Lead In / Tool Compensation Issue
Hello, I recently made a created a 900 multi pass tool using my default router (1/2" DIA). My intention is to cut 1 3/16" material in 2 passes. I made a 1 3/16" Top and used the multi-pass tool to cut pockets/squares into it for trash bins that would
Next Page