Label positioning
Hi I saw in the work order, in the "part", a column name LabelPosition. Its empty. I was wondering if its possible to have custom position for label for each part instead of always be in the middle? AlexMicrovellum Engineer wanted Alvarado Texas
Wood Matrix is a new cabinet manufacturing facility with state-of-the-art equipment. We are looking for someone with extensive Microvellum knowledge in library set-up, globals management, and product wizard management. Role and Responsibilities PerformsEdgebanding taking off more than specified
Hi, I am having some trouble with my doors being cut to the wrong size. We cut the door slabs on the saw and edgeband after. For example: A door should finish (including edgebanding) at 22.875" x 35.875". The edgeband specified to the part has a thicknessTransfering wizard values from an .XML file
Anybody know if there is a way to transfer values from a .XML file into the Wizard's workbook? so far we are able to do it in the local workbook to affect cabinet prompts but cannot seem to do it in the Wizard or any other workbook. I tried prefacing my prompt name with W! but it did not work.Using ERP for shipping and shelves
What is everyone using for shipping/tracking your products? How are you shipping your shelves? We use microvellum to print and scan product labels that are placed on the the cabinets,desks and countertops. I've been looking into breaking the shelvesOpen: MV Architecural Millwork Drafter/Engineer Happauge, NY
Hauppauge based Architectural Woodwork facility seeks candidate for engineering department with Microvellum software experience. “Must” have Microvellum experience. Full time employment for well established firm. Full benefits, vacation, Holidays, MedicalMinimize windows To reference drawing
I think this topic has been discussed but I am not finding it. It would be nice to have the ability to minimize any of the open Microvellum windows to reference the drawing. Another thought would be able to have the double click option within the wizardSaw 45 degrees
It would be nice to have the option to put the SAW at 45 degree!Bay Starter Horizontal
Hello, A little help here please? I want 2 bays of differing widths and the bay calculator is not adding them right, what am I doing wrong here? The total width is 1160 but the calculator only gives the total as 1106. TIA for any help. BenNew release available today: 21.1.0420.641
We are pleased to announce that the update to build 21.1.0420.641 is now available! Build Highlights You can now import materials from a spreadsheet using the Database Management Tools. This new feature will accommodate hardware, solid stock, edge banding,Parametric Scallop
Hey all, So we do a lot of worktops through our factory and to make our lives much easier I've built a custom product with most of the things that we are asked for as modifications to our standard worktop. Things like cutouts/grommits, variable radiusbase point
i could have sworn i saw a button to find a base point on a part but can't find it. is there a way to see where the base point is on a part in the drawing without have to open part properties? i need to know where to add machining bur i always seem toUnhandled Exception
Please see image of error attached. This seems to happen anytime I have to redraw a product, anything with a 96mm wire pull. Does anyone have a clue as to how to fix this? Build 20.1.203.641 frameless library 039.2Scrap Management
So kind of a question, kind of an idea, kind of a discussion. Definitely a big problem. So we have an older model Biesse in our shop. It's from 2010, but it's still going and we've just had a series of major works done on it. It's running. One of theDrawer Box ONLY
Is there an easy way to produce a drawer box only? Just have the prompts for the drawer box width, height and depth? Similar to the Single Door of Drawer Front under Miscellaneous? Thanks in advance!!Locating hardware on subassembly inserts
We have been generating CNC machining for locks and strikes using Microvellum for over a year now without any issue. For library cabinets the way we have it setup does not require the user to do anything except check the box in the prompts to lock the6 Tips for the Community Forums - Wood Hacks S1:E3
Check out the latest Wood Hack video and learn how to make the most out of your Microvellum Community experience.Millwork Engineer Needed
Dovetail Custom Wood & Metal manufactures and provides complex installations through-out some of Texas' largest construction projects. We are a successful, fast-pace custom millwork, stone, miscellaneous metals and architectural specialty company. WeEdge band position on Nested Sheet WMF
Is there a way to edit the WMF stream for Placed sheets (Placed.Sheets.WMF.Stream) in order to show the edges where edgeband is applied in the nested sheet report? Thanks in advancePerfect Grain Stacking on top of one another
Hello, I am trying to make a list wall panels that will need to be matched with Perfect Grain. I have attempted to assign 'Perfect Grain Info:' under Part Properties of each panel in accordance with the suggestions given in the video below: https://community.microvellum.com/portal/en/kb/articles/overview-of-graining-featuresMACHINING SMA PARTS ERROR
I have a division part that has a dado and thru holes (including line bore). For some reason it processes the dado as face 6 machining and we do not flip parts here. How do i get it to machine all on face 5? Also, we use tapered point drill bits as opposedShop Fabrication Best Practices - Open Discussion
I wanted to start an open discussion to see what everyone’s opinions are towards fabrication and shop setup. From personal experience, the shop I came from was CNC nested-based. We did not have a saw or point-to-point setup. This was a great and simpleFEATURE REQUEST - Access Subassembly prompts interface from spreadsheet.
If I need to make the same 6 changes to multiple subassemblies, I find myself closing out of edit design data so I can access the subassembly prompts interface. When the changes are repetitive I think it can be faster using the interface.How Do I Find the Widest Extents of a Spline/Polyline?
Hello - we are using a digital templating laser to apply the shape of the wall in which the plastic laminate countertop will be fitting. Our process is to template the wall, bring in the .dwg into Microvellum/AutoCAD. The curvature of the wall is broughtArchitectural Millwork Drafter - Northern East Wisconsin
ARCHITECTURAL MILLWORK DRAFTER - Northeast Wisconsin (DePere, WI) Joseph A. Interiors is currently seeking candidates for a full-time draftsperson position. Successful candidates should be well-rounded in commercial casework and millwork and/or residentialDrawing cabinet at selected point is "floating" cabinet
As stated when I draw a new cabinet at a selected point (not attached to a wall or anything, just kind of in space) it is putting it there but it is floating in the Z axis. The plan view "dotted cabinet line" is showing at 0 on z axis. When I was doingWine Rack Trellis
I'm working on a Tall Cabinet with pigeon holes and I'm using the Wine Rack Trellis subassembly. My product is entirely 1" thick MDF. But when I change the Wine Rack material to 1" thick, 2 things happen. 1) I get a "Lap Joint" cutout instead of thePart Optimization
Hi all, I'm having a problem trying to batch some cabinets. When I batch all my Components, I only get a few that are optimized and a large majority of them do not, even though show being "x"ed in the default row. Then when I run a "Parts Not OptimizedFinding all formulas within a product that use a variable
I want to modify a value of a hidden prompt in a product, but would like to be able to see everywhere the prompt is being used within that product. Is there a way to do this? I don't want to change something that I'm overlooking. Thanks.How to quickly create 50 panels?
Hi, I hope that this is a very simple question to answer, but I have never used MV for something like this... I need to create 50 panels of varying sizes in MV so that I can optimize them to be cut on our beam saw. These will be cut out of 3/4" thk. MDFFEATURE REQUEST - Record Archiving Selecting
So i've been trying to speed up our work order selection list and have been archiving all of our old jobs so we can access them at a later date if need be. The problem is, in the utilities -> database management section, when I do this, I have to selectNew release available today: Build 21.1.0405.641
We are pleased to announce that the software update to build 21.1.0405.641 is now available! Here are some awesome changes to look forward to with this build... This build includes improvements to six areas related to 2D drawing features. You will alsoMachining on fixed shelves subassembly
We use a "Blind Pin" detail on our Mail Slot Cabinet with 1/2" Thick Shelves. I'm using the Fixed Shelves EQ Subassembly in a Tall Open Product. I changed the shelf material to 1/2" thick and the Construction Holes to 5mm. But they are not centered onWhen printing from Report Groups, add ability to choose the printer
When printing from Report Groups, I would like to see a "show printer option". I need my reports to use different printers and not always the default. The option is there when printing a single report.Extruded Die Walls - Construction Method Open Discussion
I'd love to see an open platform discussion on different construction methods in regards to using the MV extruded Solid tools for Die walls, for desks, etc. This would serve as a source of information on this forum for others behind us, and hopefullySubassembly Prompt Column - Wood Hack S1 E1
Hey! Check out the latest Wood Hack video! Learn how to take advantage of the Prompt Values column to manipulate project level subassemblies so they behave like unique subassemblies. Also, learn a neat hack for writing string values in these cells!Remove Grain Parts from MV saw optimizer?
After running the MV saw optimizer for material with a grain, I am getting my total sheet count.This is great but I would like to take out the container parts from the report so they don't show up in my Saw Optimization Report. Is there a way to do this?Multi Pass Tools for Drilling
Right, so I'm wondering why it isn't possible to be able to set up a multi-pass tool for drills the same way you can for routers. Obviously the uses aren't as numerous as they are for routers but I can think of a few. Am I missing something or askingStepped Flooring
So, I'm trying to get my head around the best way to deal with cabinets across steps or on stepped flooring. When I went to do this in MV, I ended up using Draw Part in 2D and drawing out how I needed the parts to end up (the kicker for example). It didn'tCorrect procdedure for drawing walls in 2D elevation?
Can some one tell me what is the correct procedure for drawing the return walls here. Every time I go to draw the wall with returns for the elevation I get the RETURN walls laid over on their sides.Next Page
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