Commercial Embroidery Machines for Business
Purchasing a commercial embroidery machine is much like shopping for a new car. They can cost just as much, and there are so many different brands and features to consider. The purchasing process will not be a quick one, but the time you put into it will be time well spent.
Find, Compare, and Buy an Embroidery Sewing Machine
In the field of industrial and commercial embroidery machines, there are a few that have long been recognized as the market leaders in quality, performance, and reliability, like Toyota, Brother, Singer, and Melco.
But don't limit your search to the oldies but goodies. Many of the newer companies are offering high quality machines that rival the best, at very nice prices.
Consider your basic business needs when looking for your commercial embroidery machine. What are your customer's most frequent requests? You can stitch logos in flat mode using small magnetic hoops for towels and bags, and large wooden frames easily handle bulky jackets or blankets. You may also need a tubular mode for T-shirts and sweats. And of course, hats are always in demand. Hats require an extra wide cap frame that stitches the front and sides.
You will want to consider the safety features on your industrial embroidery equipment. This is important for the safety of you and your employees. Don't let the name fool you. Commercial embroidery machines are powerful industrial equipment. Also ask about any ergonomic features that will prevent injuries and improve productivity.
Here is a quick list of features you will want to consider when reviewing any commercial embroidery machine:
# of needles - Embroidery field - Embroidery speed - Data input - Needle threader - Auto-trimming of jump threads
LCD touch screen - Built-in designs - Built-in embroidery alphabet styles - Frame patterns - Combine designs - Rotation
Sizing - Embroidery pattern memory - Mirror image - Design duplication - # of hoops - Format
Low bobbin indicator - Card indicator
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