Working with the Face Frame Cabinet Library

Learn how to configure the Face Frame cabinet library, set up projects customize attachment methods, and create unique face frame cabinets.

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Introduction

This training series on Microvellum’s Face Frame Library teaches users to customize and produce face frame cabinetry. It covers decorative modifications, split height adjustments, bead moldings, and CNC preparation. Users will learn to streamline designs using global variables and efficiently manage cabinet projects, making it ideal for designers and engineers.

Objective

After completing this plan, you should be able to:

Add Stile and Rail Modifiers: Customize face frames with decorative arches, scallops, and flutes.
Customize Split Height Cabinets: Adjust vertical split heights, bay quantities, and rails.
Engineer Face Frame Products: Set up products using global variables for easy management.
Modify Bead Molding: Adjust bead thickness and add new profiles to the database.
Configure Overlays and Attachments: Modify overlays and choose attachment methods for cabinets.
Set General Face Frame Settings: Manage global settings for materials and styles.
Process Projects for Production: Prepare face frame projects for CNC processing.
Use Global Variables: Apply consistent design settings across cabinets.
Set Up Bead Profiles: Ensure new bead profiles are ready for production.
Customize Materials and Methods: Adjust materials and construction methods for cabinets.

Prerequisites

Windows Operations:

Before starting this training, it is essential to have a basic understanding of using Windows operating system. This includes familiarity with tasks such as navigating through files and folders, managing applications, and basic system settings. This foundational knowledge will ensure a smoother learning experience throughout the training.

Installed Software

To get the most out of this training, ensure that you have an installed version of Toolbox (2022, 2023, or 2024) ready for use on your computer before proceeding with this training plan, so you can follow along. If you need to install Toolbox, these videos will assist you:

Preparing Your ComputerInstalling Toolbox

Installed Library Expansion

This training plan features training on the Face Frame Cabinet Library expansion. If you don't have access to this expansion or need more details, please reach out to your Account Manager.

Learn more about the Face Frame Cabinet LIbrary Expansion.

Basic Microvellum Software Knowledge

The training provided in this series of videos is delivered on the assumption that those watching have already completed the 4 Core Training Plans available within the MVU eLearning library.

Training Environment

If you or your company already use Microvellum software, it may be beneficial to create a new local training configuration in Toolbox to separate projects and work you do from your production configuration. These videos will assist you in setting up this new configuration.

Creating a new configurationManaging Configurations

Exercises

We recommend following along with each video, attempting to replicate the processes outlined to achieve the same results within your Toolbox project. After watching all the videos, engineer a new custom product, making customizations like those shown in the videos.

Attempt to rely on what you've learned. This will solidify your understanding and ability to apply it independently.