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 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 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 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 …

Overview This Vention Design Tip features a comprehensive guide on selecting the appropriate conveyor product for your application based on your speed and load requirements. Vention’s roller and belt conveyors are both featured in this document, along with two …

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 …

… 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 …

This guide explains how to select multiple parts at once in MachineBuilder using both click and drag window methods. Ctl + Click To select multiple parts at once, hold Ctrl and Left-click on each subsequent part. Left Drag Select Click …

Manufacturing, assembly, and inspection fixtures share several common elements of design. The following guide covers the basic design principles that Vention uses for jigs and fixtures. This guide will discuss the various tool body options available, how to select the …

(MO-LM-010-0001) on 16mm hardened steel shaft (MO-LM-014-XXXX) Suitable for high duty cycle applications requiring minimum friction Shaft available in lengths of 585mm, 855mm, 1530mm and 2295mm Bearing capacity: 1kN each Roller wheels, concentric …

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 …

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 …

What is Machine Tending? Machine tending allows operators to continuously run production machines with minimal human input. Typically, a large number of parts are stored in a part presenter, angled tray, or drawer system, which the robot loads and unloads …

Overview Collaborative robots, such as Universal Robot, FANUC, and Doosan, have become an integral part of many manufacturing processes. Both modular and highly customizable, this technology can be adapted to an increasingly widening range of engineering and manufacturing applications. MAP …

Learn how to use MachineBuilder’s Design Assistant to enhance your design efficiency by automating the placement of frame connectors at connection points between two extrusions. Turning On the Design Assistant The Design Assistant is enabled by default, but you …

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 …