System Minimum and Recommended Specifications To get the best MachineBuilder experience, please consult the following minimum and recommended requirements. System Requirements Specifications Minimum Recommended CPU 4 Cores 4 Cores RAM 8 GB 16 GB GPU Integrated Intel HD Graphics 510 …

This guide explains how to change navigation controls in MachineBuilder and what the controls are. How to change navigation controls Open the menu in the top left corner and s elect Settings. Go to Mouse Settings. Under Change Default Mouse …

This guide shows you how to navigate in 3D space within MachineBuilder. We recommend using a mouse while using MachineBuilder and not a trackpad. Zooming In/Out Use your mouse’s scroll wheel to zoom in and out of your …

This guide explains the snapping increment functionality in MachineBuilder. What is a snapping increment? The snapping increment serves two purposes: It presets the spacing for attaching components. It controls the resolution (jump distance) when translating a component using the slider …

This guide will show you the basics of inserting a component into your MachineBuilder design using our click-and-click interface. Inserting a component without connections Inserting a component requires just two mouse clicks. First, left-click the desired part …

This guide explains how to use the measurement tools in MachineBuilder. Face to Face This tool allows you to measure the distance between two parallel planar surfaces. From the measurement tool drop-down, select “Measure Face to Face”. Once selected …

This guide explains how to export your design from MachineBuilder as a STEP file. Exporting a Design from MachineBuilder Access CAD File Export: Navigate to the menu in the top-left corner of the navigation bar and select CAD File …

Quickly modify assembly sizes while maintaining connections. Feature Overview The Complex Extrusion Resize feature allows you to adjust the length of parallel extrusions in your assembly while automatically repositioning connected components and preserving existing connections. How to Use Complex Resize …

… to follow the steps below: Click on the “Publish” icon in the top right corner of your screen while in MachineBuilder. The “Share your design” window will appear, asking to add collaborators. Enter the collaborator’s email address. In order …

Overview Many components in a manufacturing environment must be secured to a cart or mount for proper functionality. The design process for this assembly, however, requires more than simply creating a mount. You must secure all key components and ensure …

What Does It Mean to Insert a Component? The Insert Component feature in MachineBuilder allows you to add an existing design to your current project seamlessly. Opening the Insert Component Menu In MachineBuilder, select Insert Component from the dropdown menu …

This guide explains how to connect and disconnect parts in MachineBuilder.  Connecting Newly Inserted Parts To connect a newly inserted component, hover over the desired attachment location. Use the arrow keys (either on-screen or on your keyboard) to cycle …

This guide will show you how to add and edit comments in MachineBuilder to better collaborate on Vention’s platform. Opening the Comments Window To leave comments, click the speech bubble icon in the top navigation bar. Add a Comment …

How to export a Vention design as a STEP file? Exporting a design from Vention is super simple. You can either do it from the MachineBuilder or from the design summary page. From the MachineBuilder you just have to open …

Learn the essential navigation shortcuts in MachineBuilder for smoother design experiences. Recenter View (R) Press R to reset your view to the default isometric perspective shown when you first enter MachineBuilder. Fit to View (F) No components selected: Press F …

Learn how to use the Point-to-Point Connection tool in MachineBuilder to attach components or subassemblies at precise locations. This tool is ideal for fine-tuning designs. Activate the Tool Select Point-to-Point Connection from the Navigation Bar …

of the points on the array. If not, points further away may not be grippable. Additionally, the flatness of your tray (shown on the left) must be within the predetermined tolerance limits. Consult our application engineering department for more insight …

… favorite CAD system. How to import a CAD file into a Design Importing parts in Vention is simple. From the MachineBuilder you just have to open the menu in the top left corner and select CAD file import. A new …