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. RightExample 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 (withoutAdding 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 MicrovellumScrap 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. ReadGraphics 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 combinedAny 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 assumingPocket 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 wouldMV Bookshelf - February 2022: "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" by Stephen R. Covey
Happy Ground Hog Day! With February now underway it's time to get another discussion started on our book for the month: "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" by Stephen R. Covey. I'm really looking forward to this reading this book. I have never readExpress tools meniu
Hello, Sometimes when I make drawings I need commands from the menu Express Tools. I saw on YouTube that the "acetmain" file needs to be uploaded. Can anyone tell me if they have done this without any issues with how the Microvellum program works? TCopy in Product List
Hi I though it was a bug and was later fixed in recent build, but we used to be able to copy cabinets from room to rooms in the Product List tab and they would keep the same items numbers. But after a update, now the items numbers keep incrementing.Reversing the direction of the tool direction on 2n passage.
Hi, actually we are getting the lip on the board while CNC machine does its second passage on the board. One of the technician told us that if we reverse the direction of second passage it will go away. So my question is by any chance someone can pleaseDivide an Arc
I'm looking for some tips on how to divide an arc. I am using the "DIVIDE" command, but it doesn't seem like it is doing anything. I also read that after the "DIVIDE" command, you should use the "DDPTYPE" command to get the division points to show. WhenTrash Pull Out
I'm sure others have done the same. But, I made a simple trash pull out for customers due to the supply shortage on the KV ones that we normally order. Curious to hear what others do and what other members cnc in house versus outsourcing.Error: Index was outside the bounds of the array
Every once and while we get an item that constantly errors upon edits and redraws "Index was outside the bounds of the array" Rebuild the walls, rebuild the product, make adjusts and it recreates the item but continues to error. Any ideas of what to checkAdded Zero layers while working in EPB
Can someone explain how/why these layers are automatically being created, while I an working in EPB?SMA Not working Correctly
We are experiencing a issue when using SMA See attached. It seems to be kicking the part out slightly skewed? The Previous version worked fine for this? Its showng in the Part properties as well.FEATURE REQUEST: Pocket Mortice Token
The Pocket Mortice Token is great but I would like it taken to the next level. I need this token to have the ability to adjust the route depth and be able to adjust the edge bore Z height. This will make it so this token can be used for 1/2" materiPocket Mortise Token
Has anyone used the pocket mortise token in MV? It shows it as an associative token. I started playing around with it and can't get it to work. Anyone have any success using this token? The reason why I'm asking about this token is because productionChanging Shaker Doors via Sub Prompt.... Sloooooow
Is anyone else experiencing extremely slow population when making changes to a nested sub assembly? To change a shaker door to say Face Panel Qty from 2 to 1 takes up to 2minutes every time. I've done it via the spreadsheet but when I refresh the productHelp!!!!
Unfortunately, I am not the MV wiz. I just spent almost 3 days working on a project with 13 rooms all to get ready to plot the drawings and MV went into "thinking" mode and never plotted them. I am notorious for saving every 5 minutes or so when working.Wish List
My I would like to see Microvellum add this list: First on my list is optimization,l MV does a pretty good job, especially with square or rectangular parts, but when you start to get odd shaped parts things can go wonky. What really exasperates me isLimitation of Custom Cabinet in Foundation Library
Hi, I have been peering at different versions of Foundation Library and am very looking forward to making the move. But it seems it has limitations for some cabinet configurations. I tried a few ways to make the attached cabinet and have no luck yet.Joinery
Can anyone tell me how this would be joined? I have been a cabinerd for so long and have seen this in a couple instances and just can't figure it out. It seems to be edge banded material cut at 45 degrees but how is it solidly put together? No there areWorkbook Designer / UI Update Question
If I go into Workbook Designer to add a bunch of comments to some materials, for example, after I save and close WD, I'll go and check through the other interface that the comments show up but I never see them. But I can go back into WD and see the commentsSMA and mutli layers ?
I have a group of parts that I used the SMA tool and converted to a product . The part grouping is coming in as one layer, which is fine. From here I would like to color code different SMA products for my organization products, visually. When I changeElvNoDim prompt issues
I'm not sure if I'm doing something wrong or if it just doesn't work. I have tried this prompt on 2 products so far and have had mixed results. Kicker base product will add an extra dimension when turning this prompt on. It doesn't work at all on theShaker door Multitool vs associative parametrics
Im trying to setup an automated tool for shaker doors. I see it might be tough as im mixing a pocket and just boarder routes. at our shop we do 1/8th mutlipass 1/4 deep first, follow that up with the 3/8ths and then the diamond tool to hog out theNew Release Available Today: Build 21.2.0209.641
We are happy to announce that the update to build 21.2.0209.641 is now available! This build features fixes to Activity Tokens, Flatshot Tokens, and Scrap Management. Read the complete Release Notes for this build. How to Get the Update MicrovellumNew Server Specs to support MV
Greetings – I’m a sysadmin tasked with spec’ing a replacement server to support Microvellum (amongst other roles). I have reviewed the “Microvellum Server System Requirements” document at https://community.microvellum.com/portal/en/kb/articles/microvellum-server-system-requirementsPart nesting , change base point?
I did a quick search but came up empty handed . Is there a way to prioritize CNC part nesting to use the top left point as a point of origin for parts on sheet goods? As is we are using the standard lower left point.What ERP systems are people using?
Hey everyone, I'm not sure if MicroManager is still current or available, but I was curious to know what ERP systems other businesses are using and whether they would recommend them or not. Seems as though it might be a challenge to find something that works well for the Front of House, Drawing, Purchasing, Scheduling and Accounts teams....... Any advice would be appreciated, especially from anyone who might be running something in Australia! Cheers.New Foundation Library Release Available Now
We are pleased to announce that the latest release of Microvellum's Foundation Library, Build 22.0203 is now available. This build features a number of data fixes to improve user experience. Read the complete Release Notes for this build. How to Get theRollout guides not showing up on hardware report
What am I missing when trying to populate the rollout guide in the hardware report? Normal drawer guides are there. Rollout spacers are on the report when the are added to a product.Sandbox Testing Procedure for New Updates?
I'm curious, when a new version of Toolbox comes out, what are others doing to put it through it's paces and determine that it is "acceptable" to install on the remaining computers? Do you have a checklist? Or just operate it as you normally would andNest Part Grouping - Group Parts by Room
We select several Rooms when creating a Work Order. We would like to have parts sorted on nest by room number. Currently, to keep parts sorted by Room, we have to create individual nest for each room. This causes poor material utilization, as well asRun Drawer Front Calculator Message
Hi, Has anyone else encountered this error dialog box appearing when creating or modifying a drawer bank cabinet? (See attachment) Sometimes we seem to receive this message even after we have run the drawer front calculator. If we simply hit cancel thenNew Release Available Today: Build 21.2.0127.641
We are happy to announce that the update to build 21.2.0127.641 is now available! This build features several fixes to the Edit Design Data and Workbook Designer interfaces as well as resolutions to issues with 3D Drawing, Machine Tokens, and Part Processing.Next Page
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