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Understanding the complexity of EPB/SMT's
I have an L shaped wall and I decided to break it into two sections and not three. I am using some of the commands for my "Start and End Offset", as well as double studs at seams. Here is an example of some modifications that end up in the model. Also
3D Item Block
I seem to be having a problem with my 3D Item block and not sure how to fix it. When I try to turn off that layer, only the number turns off, the border stays on.
Touch-to-print Product Label UI
Is there functionality in either Toolbox or MM where shop personnel can click to print a product label at assembly? Similar to click to print parts/entire sheet from optimization results in MM. Essentially looking for a quick method of printing single
Shadow rail face six machining
Is there a way to make shadow rail machining face six. Want to edge the panel first then cut for finger rail
EPB Angled Wall
I have built the wall in five sections and made my modifications to the verticals for the angled area and the top and bottom plate are not totally plowed. It occurs on the interior side only. Anyone experience this issue? Also: once all the modifications
Copy Product - Option to Deselect an Item/Product
If you accidentally catch the wrong product there is not an option to deselect this item. You have to copy and then erase.
FEATURE REQUEST: User Defined (Room) Properties in SQL Viewer
We would like to be able to access/see the user-defined location (room, elev, dwg, etc) properties information inside of SQL Our assumption was that they would appear in the "Locations" table, since it shows the drawing names, but wherever makes the
Product List - Turn off Save Grid Settings
Is there a way to turn off the question to save grid settings every time you close out of Product List? It would be nice to have the "do not show" check box.
Window Option with Rotate Command
Option to select a group of cabinets to rotate ilo one at a time. Just like option with Move/Copy, etc.
best way to do small parts in nesting?
Hi, Just want to discuss this again. Most of time, for small parts we put it in center or do onion skin to avoid the part move when it is in nesting. Now we want to try out reduce speed in order to prevent the small parts move. Is it good way? So for
better way to make fomular hardware part
I have one part number, it is very similar but just has different language or connection or type or length, then it will have tones of part number. But we need the part number for price and report purpose. I am thinking use fomular hardware, but i am
SQL Joins for Work Order Parts
Hello, Does anyone happen to know what the table joins are to recreate the work order window, but to view all parts among active work orders? We are set up with a unified WorkOrder DB so not sure if my joins are correct or not. I got close using the data
Survey: Bookshelf Reading List for Q4 2022
We're coming up fast on the last quarter for 2022. Let's finish the year strong! Please take a moment to select which three books you'd like to see make the list. After all the responses have been gathered, the top three books will make up the final reading
Truncated Elliptical Cones
Is there any way to do these types of structures with the SMA system? We are able to do cones and truncated cylindrical cones, but elliptical ones fail to analyze.
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New Release Available Today: 22.1.0920.641
We are happy to announce that the update to build 22.1.0920.641 is now available! This Toolbox release addresses several resolutions regarding Microvellum's Machine Tokens, Winstore (Biesse), and materials. For more information regarding these features
Corner Relief Notches on Die Walls
DID YOU KNOW that using corner relief notches in your die wall stud profiles can decrease labor for both part machining and assembly? In some cases, labor savings up to 20% on die walls. How? By eliminating the need for additional machining operations
Print out a list of all products in the library
I never had to do print a complete list of products as shown on MV Database Explorer treeview but in a nice report format. Does anyone know if such report is available?
Deleting Hardware
Hi there, I'm new to microvellum and am trying to delete a lift-up door mechanism from my cabinet (I want the door to be fixed and don't want the hardware included in the order). It seems like it should be easy but I can't figure out how to do it. Thanks
Sections deleted when editing formulas in Part Properties
We just updated to 2022 and now whenever I edit part properties, all of sections for the cabinet edited get deleted. I have the sections set to Automatically Redraw Sections under the AutoCAD options.
Copying Products in Overdrive
I have recently updated from TB 2019 to TB 2022. In TB 2022 when copying products, the copied product does not retain the original item #. Would it be possible to change this so that the copied product will retain the original product item#?
Solid Model Analyzer - Lag
I'm not quite sure what is going on, but recently the Solid Model Analyzer has refused to work smoothly. When I go to analyze solids to make a product the program will hang for quite a long time, up to 5-10 minutes. Then it will ask for each solid material.
Problem with measurement variation from one report to another
Hello All, I am hoping someone can help me correct a problem I am having with the measurements that are generated in some of my reports. I am attaching a PDF that shows the two different scenarios I am experiencing. It seems to happen in several different
How to check if a product has door(s)
I'm trying to write a formula for width of Sink Sub Front; where if door exists, it's width needs to grow 3/4". How would I test for door condition?
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Cannot update views through Viewbase
Hi Evryone, Can someone help me with the below error message from Autocad? I am trying to update Views through Viewbase. Many thanks,
Standard Machine Token Parameters??
Where can I find the parameters for the standard machine tokens? I currently have to change the tool number every time I use one.
Adding vaulted ceiling to walls [issues]
I am adding vaulted ceilings to walls. I am selecting the proper measurements and the direction of the vault is the wrong way. The opposite wall is correct and using the exact same dimenions. This is probably due to drawing the walls left to right. When
Diewall Building Code
Is there a building code for a Diewall intended to support 300-400 lbs. of Lexan
Drilling In Multiple Steps.
Is it possible for MV to output the code to drill a hole in multiple steps? I just finished a project where there were multiple 1" deep Ø5/64" holes. Since drilling in one pass would likely break the bit the CNC operator had to go through the time consuming
Submittals and Rendering w/ Microvellum
Submittals and Renderings Available using Microvellum Send me an email if your interested richard@richardmccrary.com
Extruded Part to Extruded Part machining
When using Solid Modeling Tools usually Vertical Parts (Studs) create machining on Extruded Parts (Plates). My question is how do you create machining between Extruded Parts (Ribs to Skins)? Thanks
How do I copy a spec group from an older library to a newer library?
We have been doing bars for a specific customer for a number of years. We were using the library 35 then. We made a lot of custom cabinets for these bars that we use over and over. We made specific spec groups for them as well, including all modules.
Aximat 300 hinges?
We have a job coming up for '23 that is going to require use to use the Aximat 300 hinges. (344.06.800 cup / 344.06.920 arm) I am just wondering if anyone has a working setup for these hinges that they would be willing to either share or answer some
Blum Metafile
Hi There Has anyone found the Blum Metafile as an option in the foundation library for filing drawers? I remember seeing it in one of the past foundation releases, but I cannot seem to find it anymore. If anyone is able to point me in the right direction,
Struggling to make UDPP work with attributes in title blocks, please advise!
The issue I am having is the User Defined Project Properties data not "talking" with attributes I make inside a block. It keeps showing up blank and I cannot figure it out for the life of me. I am doing a test now to understand but eventually would like
How have you used SMT's?
Northwestern Design talks about how they rely on Solid Modeling Tools (SMT's) from Microvellum. Have you been using SMT's? Show us by sharing an image below! #Microvellum #SMT
Knowing is Half the Battle
Did you know? Toolbox has an option to review the list of parts for each product. No longer do you need to create a work order to see what material, spec groups, and/or edgebanding you have assigned to your parts. I lost count how many times I would create
Face 6 first - reversed for shaker doors
We have a job coming up with shaker doors similar to the attached. We are set up to do face 6 first machining and I'd like to do as much as possible on the cnc. Is it possible to do face 5 first, then flip? I think the sheet will lose too much suction
Microvellum Engineer
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