Backup
How do I create a backup for MV? The backup I made didn't have any information I needed after a reset erased my computer. MV might want to include this topic in training or do like quickbooks does and instead of asking if you want to save DRAWING 1 when
Unified Work Order Database
We'd like to try out the Unified Work Order database. We're already running a full SQL 2017. Of course I'm setting this up in a clone. No problem setting up the two new catalogs. The connection is fine but, of course, empty. I'm at "Tutorial 4" now but to me it's clear as mud. What SQLCE is this talking about? No graphic, no explanation of the source for this CE. Is the author assuming I'll export all active Work Orders from the current database in Database Utilities for Import via the TransferSQLCe
Cancel Group Redraw
If you select multiple products to redraw and notice a problem or error on the first product that would also effect the other products it would be nice to be able to cancel the redraw for the rest of the products.
Print Labels from Barcodes
Looking for a way we can print out the labels via scanning a barcode on the report that work with production anyone know of something built in for this?
Miter Face Frame
I am working on a project that requires a mitered face frame. I have looked through all the product prompts and searched the community forums with no luck. The attached image shows the face frame with return panels, currently is shows but joints. I would
Scrap being saved as sheets under Modify Work Order
Is anyone else having this issue? I am having to manually select and delete each sheet and it is really a pain to deal with. I am verifying that it is all scrap so maybe I am missing something?
Drawer Hardware Cost Not Populating cost value in Costing Report
As the title mentions does any one know why this is happening? Drawers are the only material that seems to be a constant issue with the unit cost being a zero in the quoting/costing reports.
Asymmetric handles
Is there a setting or variable to handle this sort of thing?
Heightabovefloor prompt
Can someone explain how the heightabovefloor prompt works? Does it have to be in a specific row to show up next to the product angle in the prompts? Also why does it sometimes revert back to a previous value if I've changed it in EDD? I've attached a
Trouble saving formula in workbook "S"
I am trying to change the joint_tolerance from =M2U(0.2,G!Accuracy) to =M2U(0.7,G!Accuracy) every time we change it it reverts back to the previous formula even though we have saved, minimized, saved again, and saved at the edit design data level. Please
"Video Conferencing Options"
Just seeking some valid discussion on the software of choice. I have been reading a bit about "SplashTop"
Face Frame Image Report (Stacking Images?)
Hi, Has anyone seen this with the Face Frame image report? It works perfectly when we just want a front face frame. However when I add an Applied Left or Applied Right (or Both), the images start to stack. I've reviewed newer versions of Foundation Library,
gap at thick back dado
HI everyone, Switching from Component to Foundation Library and trying to set up all our previous construction standards. One thing with our fully dadoed thick back is the need for a gap between the tongue and sides/top/bottom for a little wiggle room;
Microvellum used with CutRite
Hello, Just wanting to see how may shops out there are using Microvellum processing center and having it transfer over into CutRite for distribution to your machines. We have been doing this for a while now and it seems hit or miss for it working correctly.
Metafile Flatshot parameter 2 option 5 show hardware not working
Using the current OEM Toolbox build and Foundation library, I can not get hardware images to show up. I have the fifth option in parameter 2 set to 1. Created a ticket and was told "this particular feature is having some problems with how AutoCad has
New Toolbox Release Available Today: Build 24.1.0306.641
We are happy to announce that Toolbox build 24.1.0306.641 is now available! This build includes resolutions for issues with the Destroy Offal setting, multiple issues in the Microvellum Server, and a change to the polling time of FLA, along with multiple
Foundation Library Setup
I am looking at starting the process to convert to the Foundation library and have a couple questions on the setup. When applying your standard global and wizard values (i.e. construction methods, tool numbers), should we be creating a new wizard and
Job Opening
We are a commercial casework manufacturer located in River Falls, WI looking for an AutoCAD/ Microvellum Drafter to join our team. Preferred Skillset: · The ability to read and understand architectural drawings · Architectural drafting skills using AutoCAD
Turn off Hinge Drilling in Nest then have them come in on Pod and rail CNC File
Hi all, i've had the factory request i Nest doors with a product where we have the carcass come from the same material as the doors, but have them drilled after going through the edge bander. i map my parts to the factories request for our planners to
Annotation expands to multiple copies when slected
Hi everyone, I'm using the Toolbox 2023 version. When I select the annotations they expand/explode across the screen creating a line of larger copies (visual only). I can remove them by pressing escape, sometimes I also have to hover over each one for
Workbook Designer
I can not find info on the F Spreadsheet and its function (as it relates to CCL), all I find is documentation on the G Spreadsheet. This is very generic https://community.microvellum.com/portal/en/kb/articles/overview-of-workbook-designer Where might
Setting Up a Miterfold Aggregrate / Saw in MV
We have now gotten a miterfold aggregate (moulder agg) to cut miters and miterfolds now Like this: Prior to this we were using just a vertical V bit We have the agg setup as a SAW on the machine. I have the TOOL / SAW defined in MV and it POSTS out the
Countertop width dimensions - Elevation View
Need some help here. I am trying to locate where the dimension is coming from in this countertop elevation view as seen below: I simply want to get rid of it in the elevation and cannot find it. I have looked in my drawing tokens and as well as in edit
Is it possible to edit the machine token parameter text that shows up in Part Properties?
I know the image can be edited, and User Defined Tokens can be added and controlled. But, can the original token's text be changed at all? There are some missing (newer) elements to some of the token parameters that we'd like to add. Or, if MV has updated
Ability to sync Microvellum materials with a SQL database
We have an internally developed material management system that contains all of our material info. It would be fantastic to be able to update MV materials by connecting to our SQL database. This could be an automated MV Server option or could be automatic
Looking for MV Drafters - Melbourne Australia
Melwood Joinery in Braeside Vic are looking for a full time drafter with MV experience. We manufacture joinery for commercial projects across education, aged care, office fit-out, infrastructure and community housing sectors. Plenty of work in the pipeline
Processing products with using Microvellum to Cut Rite
Looking for people that use this processing system for their facility. Possibly in the Philadelphia, PA area? But anyone that used these two programs together is welcome to respond. We have this system in use at our facility, but have minor glitches and
Hardware to be drawn on a different layer
Is there a way to set certain hardware in the product to be drawn on a different layer than a default one 3D_HWR?
Open position
Looking for drafter to work at our facility in Salt Lake City Utah position would be for on site work. Please contact Todd Bowen [email protected]
Microvellum & Cutrite (Guide)
Hi Community, Our company is goint to work with the Homag Machinery soon. So we started the course that Homag gives us for Cutrite. That course was good but it was not enought to integrate Microvellum & Cutrite together. Does anyone know where I can find
Possible to change PLINE or LINE widths in spreadsheets?
I doesn't appear to be on the drawing tokens as an option. I have set the layer lineweights and VP linewieghts to try and reflect these changes but it seems that anything over .6mm is not really making a difference. Just not getting the results I am seeking
Extruded Product Builder Template
Hello everyone! We are just now getting down to the nitty-gritty and trying to implement the EPB for all of our custom fabrication. It's been a big learning curve for all of us, and I still feel like there's so much we don't know, but I'll start with
Add Feature To Rotate Parts In Nest Additional Angles
It would be very useful if the rotate tool in the nest tools allowed the user to rotate parts custom angles. If we have parts that have no edgebanding we use AutoCAD commands to rotate parts for better yield, however if the part has edgebanding we cannot
Edge top and bottom of sides globally
Morning, I would like my upper cabinets to come into the drawing with the top and bottom of the carcass side edged every time. I.E. Not have to do this manually as I have in the attachment. Had a good look around but cant find where to set it up. Any
New Foundation Library Release Available Now: Build 24.0221
We are happy to announce that a new update for the Foundation Library, Build 24.0221 is now available! The latest release of Microvellum's Foundation Library includes resolutions for numerous issues, updates to existing products to improve functionality,
Product showing in wrong room
Hi, I have created 2 rooms, finished drawing in both, opened them up several times since initially drawing over the last fortnight without issue. Today I opened them up and found all the cabinetry, walls and annotations of room 2 showing in room 1, along
Foundation Library UCN Function
=UCN(<value1>,value2) This function is found in the new Foundation library and looks to be a type of IF statement where <value1> is for Imperial users and <value2> is for Metric users, but they don't necessarily have to equal. Is this true and can anyone
starting out as a "Freelancer" MV engineer
Hello all! I'm looking to ask an established MV engineering freelancer a few questions on how they got started. thanks in advance!
New Toolbox Release Available Today: Build 24.1.0227.641
We are happy to announce that Toolbox build 24.1.0227.641 is now available! This build includes fixes for issues with the Formula Editor UI, .DAT files, certain settings within the saw optimizer, and associative hardware cutout tokens. Please refer to
Products Saved in Wrong Rooms
I have a project several rooms. When I tried to create a work order, all the cabinets are listed in the wrong rooms from which they were drawn in. I checked the Product Viewer in a room and the cabinets drawn in that room are not listed in the Product Viewer. The Product Viewer does list some cabinets, but for a different room. This does not affect the processing of work orders since work orders are not room specific. But there is a bug in Microvellum. All my other projects appear to have the cabinets
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