Better Stability with AutoSave and Drawing Sections
Toolbox seems to crash on a pretty consistent basis, and based on the frequency in which the crashes occur it appears they might be linked with the timing for auto-saving the drawing. (I've tested this with several different auto-save times and it's veryVector Location Formula Adjustability
Hello, I'm trying to make a custom draw box and want to add a rebate that can adjust to the length of the draw side. I'm using a PLINES5 token with the vector location 540;18;4.2|0;18;4.2 I want to have the 540 location adjustable to any length the partMicrovellum Engineer wanted in Houston, Texas
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Why is it that I am not able to execute queries of databases once they are connected? Is this not an option in OEM?foundation library - drawer box rip heights
I"m working on getting a foundation library set up for the first time. (22_0729) drawer boxes item of the moment question #1 In the component library it was easy to define fixed rip heights. I found the lookup table in the foundation library but it isFormula Help // Refer to a Prompt from one Subassembly from another Subassembly
Hi There, library V50.7 This has bugged my for a while and has stopped me from doing many paramatric things I wanna do. How can I refer to a Prompt of one Subassembly from another Subassembly? I have a bottom panel with a grommet hole in subassembly "UpperFEATURE REQUEST: Additional Auto Assign Rules for Processing Stations
Here at Master Millwork we have several different CNC machines - 4 CNC routers and 1 beam saw to be exact. For our custom stuff we are primarily using 2 of the CNCs and the beam saw. When assigning Processing Stations to parts we have to look at partEPB Issue
Could someone please help me with why my studs do not have a thickness going through this radius?Allow Arrays In X Origin Or Add New EQ Function
Simply put, it would be fantastic if we had the ability to turn this Into this This example is for a hardware item but it would be good in cut piece items and subassemblies too for where the below functions are not suitable ie. when we have different/unevenMillwork drafter and engineer needed.
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Is there a way to create a wall with an inside 90° and a radius outside using a construction path?Adding Time/Date stamp as well as Build # to Reports
Background: A few weeks ago we updated from TB '22 to TB '23 build 23.1.407.641. Running through all the testing we didn't see a few things that were not working correctly. (missing Face 6 Barcodes on part labels, Door lock drilling hole offset was oppositeError Message in SMT
Any insight to how to resolve this would be appreciated. Confusing I have not altered the "Construction Path"FEATURE REQUEST: "Date" control type
We have a few instances where we would like to be able to input a date into a Job Properties, Wizard, Globals, or Product Prompts field. We could use a fill-in-the-blank control type (1), but would really prefer a calendar entry field like the one belowDado Operation
Does anyone know what causes this result. The dado isn't plowed all the way. It looks like it wants to be a Blind DadoControlling the Trim - Face 6 and flipping sheets
When cutting face 6 first I would like to be able to double pass the trim cut before flipping the sheet, but only want one pass for face 5. Is this possible?Modify Default Hafele Runners
Hi There, I got one question about drawer cabinet which used Hafele Alto Runners. There are four different sizes of drawer height in 'Prompts for Hafele Alto' which are not include 144mm height from Hafele Alto. How can I modify this option to add oneFEATURE REQUEST: "Panel_Material" as Default Defined Name
I am finding myself defining column V - the Material column - as Panel_Material. What this allows me to do is use a thickness formula that looks to the material assigned to the part. I use this formula often for machine tokens, especially custom tokensRestore Issue
Is there a remedy for this error. I need to make changes to the original using "Restore Multiple Products". It wont restore any of my 3 "Construction Paths".Who's Attending AWFS 2023?
Are you planning to attend AWFS 2023? Check out training our schedule, see who's coming from the Microvellum team, and take advantage of our guest registration to receive a free pass to the show. AWFS 2023 | Microvellum SoftwareLabel Printers
We are on the brink of adding labels to our products, and I was wondering which label printer is recommended? The guys at the shop are hesitant to use the 4x2 because it might mess up the finish on the pieces. Can the size of the label be made smaller,New Toolbox Release Available Today: Build 23.1.0605.641
We are happy to announce that Toolbox Build 23.1.0605.641 is now available! This build includes additional options for loading subassemblies, a new option to adjust the UI's size in the Processing center, and improvement to the software's handling ofSMT Products
Crazy question: Is there a way to add a custom product to an extruded product, and marry them together?toolfiles - component to foundation
I'm in process of importing my toolfiles& processing stations from a component library into a foundation library. Assuming that should work?Part Graining on Work Order Report
I'm working on improving some of my reports. I having a hard time adding graining to my work order report and cut list summary report. If I add Part.Grain in a text cell it gives me a 1 or 0 so that variable only tells if a part is grained or not. I needFEATURE REQUEST: 2D Machining Tools Improvements for Composite Editing
The image below shows some improvements that would really help speed up working in a composite drawing. A big one that I would really like to see is the rotate part to always rotate 90 degrees clock-wise (you could essentially rotate it a full 360 byLock Dowels
Has anyone used or incorporated lock dowels into their products with MV?Machine Operation
I would appreciate if anyone has seen this message. Machining Operation, does it have to do with the Tool File or something else?Supplement parts
How would I get a supplement part to dado into my plates?Reversing a vector formula for grain direction
We are running a custom library of products, and write new custom vector formulas daily. The panels that we are working on need to be able to be switched between horizontal and vertical grain. This causes us to write the vector formula twice. one versionSM: Custom Tools VS. Extruded Tools
I took part in the latest Q & A on 6/1 and part of the conversation referenced use of the Two Tabs within the SMT palette. I believe part of the answer pertained to the "Custom Tools" Tab not being fully developed. Does anyone know just what tools areAdd machining token to hardware
Hi, i add cut-out machining token to lock hardware but i would like cut-out to drawer box sub front. how could i do that?Setting Up Pre-Mill in MV
I'm looking into setting up Pre-Mill in MV for banding. I see that you can add a pre-mill value to the edge band material in the material library. Putting in a value there didn't work. I'm assuming I have do something to my tool files as well. Does anyoneSMT Pop-up box
I keep getting this pop-up box. How do I k now what is in my current builder session?New Toolbox Release Available Today: Build 23.1.0525.641
We are happy to announce that Toolbox build 23.1.0525.641 is now available! This build includes several resolutions for issues like UI freeze in the Processing Station, misaligned hardware machine tokens, and a number of issues with the Product List.FEATURE REQUEST: Use Mutipass tool in nesting processing station with tabs
Want to be able to pick a multipass tool as default for the contour when using tabs for small pieces.Now Hiring - Microvellum Draftsman
Building dreams is our passion! If you are authentic and passionate about what you do, and want to grow with an amazing company, then please keep reading. About Us: JK2 Scenic is a second-generation family-owned company that provides exceptional full-serviceLock hardware machining token
Hello, 1-i add machining token to lock hardware but i need pocketing drawer sun front face. How could i fix it?How are companies handling the drop for the “Lock Drop Front Distance” on drawer boxes?
The basic setting in the spec groups is a fixed number based on weather or not a lock is present in a drawer. In our case it is set to 1”. For the most part this works but there are many times it could be better. I am wondering how everyone else handlesArris Cutter
Hi, Im wanting to set up a bevel tool (see attached image) to run on the edge of 13mm compact laminate to arris the top and bottom. Its on a Woodtron. Ive set up the tooling so it uses a 16mm roughing cutter to make room for the 15mm arris bit to dropNext Page
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