Referencing Subassembly Calculated Values
Is there anyway to reference a value in a nested subassembly's workbook in the parent's Local? I know you could set up a variable at a higher level that both could see, but I'm looking to get a value that's been calculated, without copying and manglingHow do you remove a border route?
I have to cut sink cutouts in a various hardwood tops. We are putting the panel on the CNC already cut to size, we just need the sink cut out. I have a multipass set up and everything seems to be good to go. However, I do NOT want it to try and cut outLayers and Viewpoints
Help!!! I'm having problems here and there on my layers...When i'm in 2d Wireframe, i can see my 3d views but whan i switch over to the hidden or 3D view, My 3D layouts are missing. Ive been having this issue a few times and assume its Layer issues butStandard page layout for ribbon
Hi All, I have been using the standard MV lay out for the ribbon for years, but through a tech issue it has now gone. I can get it back to a standard AUTO CAD set up but not the original MV ribbon. I am sure someone knows if they can share I would appreciateNew Release Available Today: Build 21.1.1119.641
We are happy to announce that the update to build 21.1.1119.641 is now available! Here are some highlights of what's included in this build: We've added the ability to select and check multiple items at once in the Database Management tree-view. YouWoodWop Tool File
We have a tool file for our Weeke nesting machine that uses the Woodwop language. I would like to slow down feed speed on arcs only but I can't find a way to do that without splitting the plines into multiple rout tokens in Microvellum. I know the commandCannot Locate Drawing Token for Two Dimensions
I am trying to delete the drawing tokens for the two dimensions in red that are for door/drawer height in our section views. In the cross section prompts for both subassemblies (Door Single Slab & Drawer Front Slab) the only token is the drawblock forMicrovellum Bookshelf Kickoff Recap
For those who may have missed our Microvellum Bookshelf kickoff last week, here's a quick recap: What is the Microvellum Bookshelf? It's an open reading group where you will have the opportunity to grow, learn, share and collaborate with each other onIntroducing the Microvellum Bookshelf Forum!
Hey everybody! We've added the Microvellum Bookshelf as a sub-category (Forum) under the General category! All posts related to the Microvellum Bookshelf will be added to here for easier search-ability and organization. James Drury Technology AdvocateDivision Machining on Stretchers
The global file has separate dowel hole machining for divisions at stretchers but I would prefer that the boring pattern be the same on both ends of the division. Is there an easy way to accomplish this?FACE 5 VS. FACE 6
i have some ceiling panels that have an edge rabbet on the bottom side of the panel but MV processes this as face 6. there is no machining on the other face. we don't flip panels so how do i make this a face 5 operation?No Valid zone large enough help..!!
Hi, I am trying to process a job to a flatbed CNC and the below message pops up with no NC codes? It is working fine with smaller sheet sizes (2410x 1210mm) though. I assume I need to change some settings in the processing station. Could someone pleaseACCESS PANEL FINGER HOLE
why is it when i add an access panel and check the box for finger hole i don't get the hole?Extruded products problem
How do I get this to accept the screw holes in the top plate, but not be dadoed by the vertical divider? For context, here is the section view: and an iso: Thanks! FYI - the top plate is 0.01" away from the vertical divider. Not even touching it.Moving imported room to another project
Hi all, We are outsourcing some of our work and when receiving the exported rooms from the drafting I would like to have them in our project to keep everything together. how do I move an imported room to it's proper project? Thanks!Solid Model Analyzer - Material named "-BLOCK"
I used Solid Model Analyzer to create a Microvellum product from a 3D model created with Solid Modeling Tools. Some parts had its material name changed to "-BLOCK" instead of the material I assigned it in the 3D model. Some of these parts are just simpleSyncing project level and library level materials
In project specifications window - When copying a material file to a new specification group, and since that original specification group was created, new library (template) materials have been created/existing have been modified - the copy selectionBest way to create Multi Drawer Sink Cabinet
Hi everyone, Need to create a 4 drawer sink cabinet that has a open space in the middle for plumbing, and the drawer fronts overlay, not sure the best way to create this using the library. See attached drawings for what I need to build. I was thinkingHow to draw cabinets plan view not associated to wall (island cabinets) in Foundation library
Curious how to do this. We have cabinets back to back so do I need to draw 2 microscopic walls as a work around?Minor Cosmetic Issue - Theme Colors Vary by Workbook
The color options for cell formatting are different between workbooks. The F! and W! workbooks are the same, and all others use a 2nd selection of colors. We like to try to color code our lookuptables, and this would be easier if we had the same colorHow do you remove line boring associated with fixed shelf?
I have created a tall cabinet that needs several adjustable shelves, with one fixed shelf in the middle. The fixed shelf uses cams and standard adjustable shelf line boring. I have created the cabinet with line boring in the correct locations on the sideCheat Sheet for Categories Types in Database
Is there a cheat sheet somewhere for all of the Types in the database of the categories table? I find myself often having to sort through this and find/fix things, and a cheat sheet would be helpful, as there are a ton!Creating Spec Groups .
Is there a section or video where I can get more info on creating spec groups ? I have attached a spec group with multiple laminate colors . The spec group created for the product is in the left column and the right column is the global setting for thatThermofoil Part Companies that utilize MV
Does anyone know of a thermofoil part company (outsourced parts) that utilizes MV? I have a project that the casework is TF. I'm having to draw each part for a TF company. I've got about 100 individual parts to draw. It seems like if I could findThe Microvellum Bookshelf!
Hey everyone! The results are in! We had some great feedback and interest in starting a book club. Join us, November 17th at 9:00 AM PST, for a kick off event to discuss the details of the Microvellum Bookshelf. We'll also discuss what our first bookFinger Pull
Is there a way to create a NEW Finger Pull profile? I changed the Finger Pull.DWG local BLOCK in a room to have a 30° chamfer [1" angled flat] vs the R0.5 radius, (See pics) I don't want to change the default Finger Pull.dwg inside of [..Microvellum Data\Graphics\Profiles\]Melamine Frame Doors
Hi everyone! I am trying to program a a melamine frame door, actually modify the Solid Wood Door subassembly, to allow us to build 5pcs melamine doors in house. I have it almost ready to go but am stuck on the groove for the panels. We would like to useSave to Room
You know when you make a change via product prompts, sub assembly prompts or part properties & you can select "Save current row/this sub assembly" or "Save to product" or "Save to Project"? I was thinking a "Save to Room" option would be very helpful,Change DIM to front from back for island cabinets
How do I change this in the foundation library? In 50.7 there was an option in product prompts we used all the time. I want to be able to do it just for certain cabinets.Changing the Chamfer Angle of Corner Cabinet
Hi there, I'm needing to fit a very small space with a corner cabinet that has a 51 degree angle, but the angle is set at 45 degrees and I can't seem to change it. Does anyone know how to do this? Or do you know another way to fit that cabinet in (itWhere are the Library Downloads?
I got the 50.3 metric installed but I can't find any downloads online to update to the 50.6 Lenny's posting about. I'd like to check out the current product status. Since there's no request link I can find I assume I have to ask here or email Isaac. RichRadius corner at an angle with SMA??
Here is a part I am trying to accomplish with Solid Model Analyzer. It is a radius filler corner on the end of a seating area. The front of the seating area has an angle on it. As it comes to the end it is radiused but yet fallows the angle on the frontNow Hiring - Microvellum Engineer - Memphis, TN
Old City Millwork is seeking a Microvellum Engineer. Enjoy turning ideas into reality? Do you strive for perfection? Would you like being part of a creative team that builds high-end products for people who will admire them for years to come? If so, our2D Editor Hatch Polyline
I'm having an issue when applying a hatch to a polyline in 2D editor. It doesn't clean out the area like it should. Usually I can use the 4 sided route token and turn on pocketing. That works but using 2D editor isn't. What determines the offset of theFeature Request - Report groups
Please add a way to specify a specific printer for the report. I have some reports I direct to a color printer. Thanks.Drawer Box Dowel location
We make our drawer boxes out of 3/4" white mela PB with dowels. I have some interior subassemblies drawers I added into a cabinet and I am making the back to be 2-3" higher than the sides higher, I can't figure out how to change the dowel holes. ThisDoes/would anyone listen to Podcasts?
This may be going out on a limb, but does anyone here listen to podcasts? If there were a podcast more directly related to our industry and what we do as millwork engineers, would that interest anyone?Legra Box Drawer
Hi, I have drawn up a kithcen full ove legrbo drawer, I have never usd these drawers before,. My boss decided to change all the drawers drom 500 to 550. Now wher or how the hell do I creat 550 legrabox, at the moment I am enjoying an afternooon of playinSeeking an On-site Millwork Detailer / Draftsperson with Microvellum Experience
Provincial Store Fixtures Ltd. is looking for Millwork Detailer / Draftsperson. We are located in Mississauga, ON, Canada and specialize in custom architectural millwork. www.psfltd.com NOW HIRING 2 FULL TIME MILLWORK DETAILERS! PROVINCIAL STORE FIXTURES hasProduct weight
Is there a way to set weights to specific materials or hardware to establish the total weight of a given product. We need a way to present this to clients per product. There is a weight prompt in the products but it's empty. I've also found GlobalNext Page
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