>>I would suggest using the commandbars library from arg (http://www.arg.kirov.ru/). we've used this library with great success. Its stable, provides multiple color schemes and toolbars and menus on any for you like without resorting to trick you are looking for now
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>Are you still in contact with Alex?

Nope, I've not been able to contact him for over a year or two. That being said, you can still purchase it.