Setting for turning CNC cutouts to dust?
Is there a setting to turn this function off ? I have a a big project and do not want to modify all my tops to stop this. Example below , I just need to cut out the hole in the sub top not go around it until it all turns to dust. While I am at it , is
Fillet rather than Bulge
Alright, let's say I've entered the co-ordinates for a polyline to cut out a custom shaped top. For this exercise let's say it's a hexagon. Is there a way to radius fillet a point rather than adding a bulge to two points? Similar to how you can add radius
Copy room doesn't copy drawing file
When I select a room to copy within my project, I select "copy drawing file(s)" and give the copied room a new name. When I open the new room, the template dialog box opens up and there is no associated drawing file with the new room name. If I copy the
report for square meters of doors to useed in particular kitchens
We are getting some varible pricing from our 2 pac painters we use. Wondering if there is a report that will show me square meters of doors and liniao meters of edges. Currently i upen the composite and work out the yield % of the sq meters of the sheet
2D Drawing Instructions (Part 3) - Wood Hacks S1:E6
Hi Friends, Part three of our five part Wood Hack mini series focused on 2D drawing instructions was just released. In this episode we review how to add prompts to products using Library Designer!
Microvellum Engineer needed in Santa Fe Springs, Southern California
We currently have an opening for an experienced drafter/designer to assist in our planning and production department. We build Store fixtures, Mall kiosks, Office furniture and many other custom items. We have been in business for 41 years and have a
XML vs XLS
What is the difference between XML and XLS as it pertains to Microvellum?
SMA does not generate parts correctly
Is it just me or you guys also have the problem with SMA not creating all the parts correctly? I opened I ticket but they blamed it on the path but could not explain why some parts are generated correctly while others are not...from the same path. If
Millwork Engineer & Draftsperson needed in Cleveland, OH
Sheridan Millwork & Cabinetry, Inc. is looking for a Millwork Engineer & Draftsperson. We are located in Cleveland, Ohio and specialize in custom millwork ranging from cabinetry to die walls, reception desks, doors, and crown. A position is immediately
Formula Help
So I'm working on a Subtop Product. 3/4 plywood deck with 3/4 x 3" plywood edges. I have the depth working correctly, if the OA depth is 24, the deck is 23 1/4. But having a hard time coming up with the correct formula for the length. When I add the
Microvellum commnads
So I installed 2021 today and moved my CUI file to 2021 but I dont remember how to transfer my microvellum shortcut commands over. for example, my Q was set to open my MV part properties. Any insight on transferring all of the commands over? I know I
Microvellum designer
Hello, we are a cabinetry company based in Melbourne (VIC) looking for a Microvellum designer. Let me know if you are interested by e-mailing us at [email protected] and I will provide you with full details. Regards Rear Modification Options
Trying to make a corner notch at 3 1/2" but getting this error message that it must be greater than 4". Does anyone know where I can change this to be able to get a smaller notch?
New release available today: Build 21.1.0519.641
Hi Friends, We're happy to report that the update to build 21.1.0519.641 is now available. Here are some of the highlights from this build: We resolved four defects related to processing parts and producing g-code. You can now save unique components
Product Issues: Shelves with Shelf Std
We have been using the "Shelves with Shelf Std" product since we started with MV a little over 3 years ago. As long as we stick to our regular KV87's and do not change shelf depths manually we have found a way to made it work. But recently we have needed
Disabling single tool ramping.
Hello. I have to rout small pockets that I don't want to use ramping on. However I still need ramping on border rout on the same work piece. Is there a way to disable certain tool ramping?
SF Bay Area company in search of Lead MV Engineer/Production Manager (On Site Only)
We are a commercial millwork company located near SF. We are currently looking for an individual to lead our drafting department and oversee production Must have good knowledge of MV/Autocad to create custom products, setting up new libraries, and company
Microvellum designer
Hello, we are a cabinetry company based in Melbourne (VIC) looking for a Microvellum designer. Let me know if you are interested and I will provide you with full details. Regards
Has anyone added Hafele Axilo leg levelers to hardware tab and applied machining?
I am having some difficulty adding these leg levelers in addition to the ones already there. It appears there is something more advanced going on in the spreadsheet than just regular hardware item. It makes the bas assembly its own subassembly and using
Microvellum Engineer needed in Woodinville WA
Hi, I'm searching for a MV engineer to join our crew in Woodinville, WA. We are a well established custom casework and millwork company, and are looking for someone to compliment our drafting/engineering department. If you are interested or want more
Replace Product EXTRUDED DIEWALLS
When I place a Die wall without skins (Studs only) With "Die wall w/skins" I'm getting a bad product. Itt's removing the plates on top and bottom and showing only the inside skin. for some reason the origin seems to be an issue. This is the result (attached)
Selecting a batch for printing reports or labels does nothing
So I am able to select specific batch(s) when printing Nesting Optimization reports and/or labels, but it doesn't show just that batch. It shows every page in the work order. I've been away for a while. Is there something more to select than the batch
File Structure for bigger projects?
Say I have 100 rooms on a project . Is it better to create a file for each room , or maybe 4 files with 25 rooms(per area)? One thing I would also like to do is to be able to "hide" rooms that have already been processed. Another issue I seem to have
Machine Token Graphics
Is there a possibility to show On the Graphics in the Machine tokens the actual graphic of the machining that is being applied? For example the Dowel bores or a rabbet for instance?
Associate Products to Wall - Selection Confusion
Is it possible to change the operational description when using "associate to wall" so that it says "select wall"? When you are expected to select a wall, it says "select objects". It is misleading and I've learned the quirk, but new people have the
Saw optimization
Anybody know what this means or better yet how to fix it?
POSITION AVAILABLE IN NELSON New Zealand
We are looking for a new Cad Cam processor and all around good person. We are a Joinery company in nelson New Zealand we specialize in Wardrobes and storage Design from low to high end. Its a great team with a good atmosphere in a great part of the country
Pocket Penetrating Cutouts Setting
Does anyone how the Pocket Penetrating Cutouts Setting should be set? I have mine set at 12. This might be a change in the 21.1.420.641 build as I know I had a in depth service request to make this function how i wanted it. Now my round cutouts up to
Basic Formula writing
Being a beginner with MV I've had some modeling experience (inventor) and have been using autocad for 15 years and way back when, 25years ago, I had a little bit of experience with WoodWop and a weeke. My question is are there any "Help Tutorials" on
Adjust Wall Length
Has anyone adjusted wall lengths after products were placed and had an issue with the regenerated model? Meaning part's when redrawn (regenerated)? I ask this because I'm new to this software but i believe there is something wrong with a product that
Open Multiple Design Data Windows
So every now and again we have to copy certain information over from one unit to another. It would be so handy to be able to have both spreadsheets open at the same time so as to copy data from one window to another. I know there are ways around it but
MV Export WO programming logic
I hope this doesn't come across as negative, but I just spent 3 hours clicking the yes button that I'm not getting back. When you want to export and delete the workorders, it makes you check each on individually. I can live with that. But, if you check
2D Plan Section orientation
One thing that is driving me mad is Microvellum rotation 2d plan sections drawings. They are always rotated to face down, but when I have cabinets that are at an different rotation angle the 2d plan sections are still being drawn facing down. Am I missing
Solid Model Analyzer and blocks
I have this group of objects that I ran through the solid model analyzer . I have some parts also coming in as red blocks. Any idea why so? The material name for the part is coming in as, -Block. All other parts are coming in corectly
Nesting and Sawing Report NOT matching tooling output
Hi, We are having some problems with our Nesting and Sawing Optimization Reports not matching the actual tooling outputs coming from the processing station. I have attached a screenshot of the Composite.dwg file (this shows the actual milling output
Microvellum Engineer wanted in Ft. Lauderdale area
looking for a full time in house Microvellum Engineer.
Draw floating shelf
Hello, Anyone know how to draw a floating shelf in MV? TIA, Ben
Hinge Placment
Can anyone tell me how to move a hinge closer to the edge of the door
Part numbers , how to change nested sheet labeling
I usually have a whole number in my nested sheets that represent a line item. For some reason, I'm getting a bunch of info about the parts that i don't want to see. How do I change it back to just a line number. Thanks
Optimization Discussion
I've had the opportunity to tour a facility that builds lawn mowers on a large scale, it was pretty amazing the amount of technology that was being used in all areas. I spent a lot of time where the parts were being cut from 7, 10 and 11 gauge steel
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