Great explanation! I have a Juki dnu 1541 which I use for stitching through suede leather, duck canvas, and webbing. They are wonderful machines and it definitely has made my life so much easier.
I have a teacher model Singer and a Brothers Embroidery machine. I use both although they will do twenty or more stitches and I use them to sew blue jeans and mend clothing. I do leather work on the Singer.
Evelyn, very informative video! Do you think this machine would be a good choice for someone that likes to make plushies/stuffed-animals? My wife’s home sewing machine always seems to struggle when it has to go through 4 layers of fleece.
If you're interested in getting a 'replacement' machine to the domestic then look into a Bernina 950. Its got the abilities of a domestic with industrial power and reliability. the only problem is it is only available second hand.
Very good intro to industrial machines video. I would add a few points: 1. Industrial machines are designed to be setup for an operation and infrequently changed. As you note in manufacturing you'd have a bunch of machines and each one does a task. This means that most (not all) are pretty hard to set up. What do I mean by that? If you have a high end home machine you set a dial or buttons or something and the machine does that task. Want to go from a 2mm stitch to a 4mm stitch easy as a setting knob. Industrial machines are not straight forward like that. Many of them don't have indexed stitch lengths (older/simpler models) and if you are really unlucky the reverse stitch length is independent the forward stitch length. The more automated the machine like yours becomes the more complex setup is in it's computer. 2. Industrial machines assume that you have a tech that maintains them. They don't like to sit unused, they'd rather be working day and night. They also require regular inspection and tune ups. Just like your car requires visits to the mechanic. Your industrial machine wants to be cleaned, oiled and inspected. The older the machine the more you have to know to do these things. If you want to use an industrial sewing machine you should also want to become very acquainted with maintaining it. Home machines are maintenance free, well mostly. 3. Industrial machines are not built with home hobby sewers in mind. As you point out you went to school for this. Most home hobbyists didn't and wont. The industrial machine assumes you have a whole support system behind it. They also assume you know what your doing form day one. My Pfaff 1222E manual will practically teach you how to sew. It has examples and pictures and even some projects to help you learn to use it. Industrial machines you will get some thin explanations and lots of exploded diagrams. Don't try to learn to sew on an industrial machine unless you have help or are very patient. 4. Industrial machines are very very fun to own and tinker with. If you want a fancy computer controlled servo and your old machine doesn't have one. Most of the time for a few hundred dollars and some effort you can change out the clutched motor for a servo motor. If you have a walking foot machine and you don't want it to walk, well that is just some wrench and screw driver work away. You can tune an industrial machine to do exactly what you want it to do. They are awesome in that respect.
HI, engineer here. Clutch vs Servo basically boils down to this: Clutch motor, the electric motor is always running and the foot pedal just engages the clutch the transfer motor power to the machine. It's exactly like the clutch in a manual shift car. A servo motor is pretty sophisticated and allows for smart control circuitry. The servo only draws power when needed AND the electronics inside it know the exact position of the motor. As a result, a servo can very precisely do things like advance two stitches or backstitch 3 stitches even at its full load (say heavy thread in leather). A clutch will not offer that kind of precision, especially at higher loads. Servo motors run off DC electricity, so they must have some kind of rectifier on board to convert the AC wall current to DC wall current. A clutch motor, by contrast, is an induction motor and runs natively on the AC coming out of the wall receptacle.
Beat me to it... I was gonna step in and explain. But, you've done a might fine job of that already. Folks may be wondering as to why the difference. Back before electronics, everything was either on at full power or off. Engineering wise, it's extremely difficult, expensive, and complicated to design something that does multiple speed and power settings. In a clutch set up, the old "electronics" are just sophisticated enough to keep the motor running at full power all the time. A mechanical clutch engages and disengages at the operator's discretion to pull power off that spinning motor and transfer it to the task-at-hand -- the actual sewing process. Servo, stepper, VFD (variable frequency drive), etc., motors have complex electronic control circuitry which modulates and/or massages the power going to the motor so it can be controlled in a more direct fashion. Clear as mud?
Thank you very much, good to know that not all industrial machines are intended for "heavy duty" applications as well as a thump "test" to give an indication of when a machine is near its limits.
I do not have an industrial machine nor do I plan on getting one, however I have always been curious about them and I really enjoyed learning the in's and outs of your machine. Thanks.
I just received my new Singer machine which will be used primarily for hobbycraft and repairing clothing and I now have to buy the accessories needed to operate it. I am an amateur and will be using it as a hobby primarily.
Industrials are great! My introduction to industrial sewing machines came while studying costume design in the mid 1970's. There were several in the costume shop, all between 5 to 50 years old. They all stitched really really fast. Quite soon I learned to love them. I had really learned to sew on a Singer 99 treadle that was rescued from a trash pile. It's drawers were full of mysterious attachments; a mechanical contraption that made ruffles and something that pierced fabric that took me ages to figure out. Naturally, there was no instruction manual. When I struck out on my own my sewing machine collection included my old treadle, my mothers pilfered Singer 216G, and an industrial, a gorgeous 31-15. This one was electric, a dawn of the electric age wonder. Twisted cloth wire, rotary power switch. It could sew right through a finger, and did once. I used all of the machines. Long seems meant the industrial. The 216G made beautiful button holes, with the Singer buttonhole attachment. The zig-zag feature was also fantastic. I really liked the 31-15 as it was intended for tailors, so it handled theatrical costuming with ease. Really, owning an industrial is all about figuring out what type of sewing you want it to do, than matching the machine to your needs. And budget.
HAH! Keith back in 1992 at a rummage sale in town, for TEN DOLLARS I bought a "Singer 201" that was basically the "99" Revamped for electric and has a Gear Driven Motor and a Top "Drop In" bobbin. Singer made it Portable and was intended for "Military Use" because it is a VERY Heavy Duty Machine! I can pound through Heavy Fabrics and Boot Leather with ease! I've had to have it "Tuned" a few times... But it STILL WORKS AWESOMELY!!! The "201" was designed to handle fixing Tents, Uniforms and OTHER "Heavy Duty" projects! But ALSO made to be Portable for use in the field and at one time, EVERY Military Unit in the US From the Regular Armed forces to the Reserves, and even some "Scout" groups! Singer made it from the late 30's to the mid-60's and are still available if you care to find one! It is a VERY BASIC Machine! It's made to got "Forward and Backwards" and that's IT! But if you REALLY WANT Something Heavy Duty and want it Portable... the "201" is the BEAST to GET! :D Joe
I've been sewing for 34 years, 13 of which have been in business. I went to look at industrial machines today, which now I can't believe it has taken me this long. This has been the most helpful video I've seen so far. I appreciate the information.
Oh very cool. I have no use for an industrial sewing machine in my own life at the moment, but I love learning about machines and how they work, so thank you for sharing!
And they are so much fun to use! Seems I never have enough serger projects to use it more. It can give you a clean edge finish in clothing and draperies but also things like napkins and cotton clean cloths.
I bought a new industrial sewing machine a year ago. Best decision I ever made. My machine is direct drive, some computerized functions, like back tac, speed, slow start but not thread cutting. I sew garments but have also set it up for free motion quilting on occasion. Thank you for your video, I am sure it will help many people who are on the fence about getting an industrial machine.
Hi Chris. I quilt too and have held off buying another sewing machine as I wanted a workhorse. Do you mind sharing what machine you bought? Does it do pretty well with free motion quilting? I would think that would be a game changer.
Thank you SO much for this video! I manage a leather supply store that sells leather specific sewing machines and you answered a ton of questions that I get asked frequently. A lot of people assume that industrial automatically equals heavy duty so thank you for giving such clear distinctions!!
I have a 2nd hand 30 yr old Singer 591 single needle lockstitch industrial machine and I absolutely love sewing with it. I finished a quilt in two days! I recently have been mass producing face masks and there is no way I would have done it with my domestic machine. I originally bought it to make dog collars, but use it for everything. I recently bought a 2nd hand industrial walking foot machine but have not used it yet. I have a domestic serger for finishing raw edges. Thank you for sharing.
I love this video. You are so right. I thought an industrial would replace a domestic machine. You saved me from a huge unnecessary expense. Since I sew only for myself and family, I don't need the extra speed. Thank you, thank you, thank you....
Hi, I have industrial sewing machine, I love it, and I adjust it for heavy fabric, and delicate! just changing needles , feet presser, and tread presser. almost 6 years, and all it super fine! love love love it!
This is by far the best video I have seen explaining all of these commonly asked questions! We upgraded almost all of our production machines to auto or semi auto and they paid for themselves in labor savings within just a few months, by far the best investment I have made
The Juki straight stitch machine and also the over lock machine I ran for over 10 years for Sealy mattress. Some people didn’t know how to thread up the overlock so I was usually called to do that. I also ran the machine a lot. The straight stitch machine was a great machine to run also. On our machines we stood to sew all day. I also worked in furniture factories before that running juki and consew model machines mainly. The best industrial sewing machine you can buy by far is the consew 206 it’s a triple walking foot it can sew leather, sometimes even brand new you can find it for $1500.
Thanks for the lesson on industrial machines! As I've learned in home remodeling, your tools make a difference. However, my projects, whether sewing or remodeling, are leisurely, and for me that makes them enjoyable. I will be sticking with my home machine and my hand sewing, but Wow! to all of you who whiz through your projects and make them look easy!
Charlotte here. I have a cast iron Juki Baby Lock that does the overcast stitching. It cuts fabric as you sew. I love the machine. It is portable and not attached to a table. It might be old but it is a jewel. Debating about buying another similar machine to replace it. The sergers make clothes look so much more finished and professional.
Hello Evelyn, I got a used Industrial 9000D sewing machine this week. I purchased it from a factory that had a location to close and they were selling those machines. I have not used it yet as I have some wiring issues to take care in my sewing room to accommodate the industrial machine. It also has the automatic features of tacks at beginning and ending of seams as will as cutting the thread. I can't wait to use it! I love your videos, keep up the great work!!! Donna in North Carolina, USA
Thank you Evelyn. This was impeccable timing! I am looking at getting an industrial machine after my domestic machine having a moment a bit over a week ago while I was trying to get a stack of sewing done for an event my business was attending. I need something to keep up with the workload and this has convinced me that it would be not only a time and money saver but also sanity saver! 😊
I have a Juki TL98 Perfection which is a semi industrial straight stitch machine. I LOVE IT! It hums ever so gently, sews like a dream and the tension is faultless. I also have a Juki overlock MO 1000 with air threading which means that I actually use it because threading is no longer an issue.
Evelyn Wood I love my Juki, and have an M0 1000 as well. Would’nt trade it for any other. The air threader is amazing. PS: I love the top you are wearing in the video, and the fit! If you made it, are you able to share the pattern #?
I have a Tacsew t-111-155 industrial straight stitch that is made for canvas, leather, and very thick fabrics. Purchased second hand barely used for $400.00 with table, head, bobbins, needles and oil. Guy was moving cross country and needed to get rid of it asap. I got a great deal and this puppy means business when you floor it with the servo motor.
I have a Juki 8700 industrial machine. Absolutely love it. I design and make quilts and other items that require straight line sewing. This machine is amazing for getting that done.
I had Juki 9000SS and it’s amazing. I bought a lot of accessories for hem finishing with different size. Like double folds, bias binding , and different presser foot. Now I bought another one juki 391N lockstich,zigzag and embroidery. I think I can use it properly. My goal is to lean machine embroidery Manually. So far I have 2 industrial machine with my very small space. The reason I found it’s totally different with domestic machines.I also have collections of antique sewing machines.
I have a custom leather shop and own 3 Industrial sewing machines...an Adler 205 (a giant of a machine), a Pfaff 145 walking foot and a Necchi BV straight stitcher. I have changed out the clutch motor on my Pfaff to a Servo. Doing that has made it easier to control the speed and cut down on the noise. The Adler and Necchi still are run with the clutch motors. I am in the midst of changing out the clutch motor on my Industrial skiving machine to a servo motor to both slow it down and make it easier on the ears! Love those servo motors! I have seen those computerized industrials like you have and the features look amazing! :)
I just got the pq1500sl for Christmas. It's a domestic but it's a profession straight stitch with some pretty nice features. Does 1500 stitches a minute. It has an auto needle threader, and thread cutter and it stops in needle down unless you tell it not to. It's amazing and mostly steel parts. Made by brother
Great video explaining industrial machines. I use a Juki 8700 H, a heavy duty version for denim, canvas and webbing. I can switch feed dogs and needle plate and do silk also. It is the slower version and only does four thousand stitches a minute instead of six thousand. I have several older mechanical Singers, and my favorite is a 92 year old model 99, So .... you have to decide what you are going to sew before you select a machine. I have different machines for different purposes. Oh, and I have one overlock machine. Your videos has been extremely helpful as I learn to do sewing for my wife.
I have an older Juki industrial machine(servo motor)that I use for straight stitching on dressmaking fabric and for quilting pieces together. I love using it, everything goes so much faster. I would love to get the 9000B, so maybe in the future. Thanks for showing us your machines.
I finally pulled the trigger and purchased the Juki-9000C-SMS. I cannot wait to recieve it. it's coming g next week. I had to m one a few tannin gs out to make room for the new machine. I'm so excited!!!!!
I recently got an industrial for heavy duty materials and leather, a Juki triple feed DNU-1541S. I plan to use it for upholstery, bags, belts, dog collars and leashes. So far I used it for belts and multiple layers of heavy denim on a binding. I recently got a 1952 Singer 201-2 for straight stitching. It sews beautifully!! I have a Brother Quattro domestic sewing/embroidery machine for anything fancy. I also have a Brother serger and Juki coverstitch. I plan to get a vintage Singer 301a portable to round out my collection. I'm loving the vintage Singers!! I use all of my machines and each for a different purpose.
I am still using my Industrial Juki DDL 227 straight sewer that I bought 40 years ago 2nd hand. It still sews as well as it did when I bought it. A small tip for anyone buying industrial machine for the first time - pop a piece of foam rubber under the go pedal until you get used to the speed if it doesn't have that fancy speed control feature.
I've been wanting an industrial machine for years since using a friend of mine's Juki. I've been doing my research and I plan on purchasing one in the next day or so. Thank you for your great information and your great attitude. Sometimes the way you are makes me smile and occasionally makes my day. Be safe!
I have Berninas which are fabulous. I did have a bad experience with their top of the range over- and covetlock machine. I wasted many hours andcthread trying to get the damn thing to work. I finally gave up and bought a Baby Lock over- and coverstitch machine. Works like a dream
Thanks! First visit for me. I doubt I need an industrial sewing machine but you cleared up some questions I had. The Juki looks good. There are some manual machines with manual oiling that are a bit cheaper. If I get one, it would be to sew leather for various projects. Love your 'period' look and makeup.
I've always been curious about industrial machines, not that I ever wanted one, I don't. But thank you so much for showing us yours! I sew for the enjoyment of it and have a large domestic machine with all those lovely functions too - a very large throat space, the back-tac and cut, an auto foot lift, long stitches for basting, etc. Obviously it isn't as fast or built to last as long as an industrial unit, but It's perfect for me and as I think you said (perhaps in different words) one needs a machine that meet one's own needs. Buying an expensive machine with lots of "bells & whistles" just for the sake of having it makes no sense, particularly if one ends up not using it as intended. I LOVE sewing all kinds of different things, from quilts to handbags, to microwave bowl cozies and clothing. I'd probably go into withdrawal if I couldn't sew!!! Your videos are delightful.
I have the JUKI TL 2010Q a semi industrial machine and I love it. It even came with the quilt foot attachment so i am able to quilt on it when needed. You were very thorough on your explanation of the Industrial machines. Very informative video.
I loved your smile the whole time you where explaining and showing everything about your new machine! I can tell that you are really passionate about sewing and it makes me excited!
What a lovely machine! I have just bought a Brother machine and love it. But I'm still keeping my Bernina 1230 (nearly 30 years old!) - have put her in for a service.
My dear Evelyn, with this tutorial I understood that I don't need an industrial sewing machine. I was ready to purchase an industrial machine, but I watched this video, and I realize that I don't have the room for one, neither I need it. I saved a lot of money and pain. Thank you very much!
I bought a Juki TL 2000 Qi for learning to free motion quilt and get my quilt tops done. The absolute best purchase ever. Definitely worth overcoming fears of going outside my comfort zone!
I bought a Consew I think a 206? I got the entire set up for $500 including accessories, needles and thread from a customer of my husband. I procrastinated for months to use it. My first project? Putting new windows in our sail boat dodger! Yikes! Never done it before. It sewed through a layer of leather, two layers of fabric, a layer of canvas and two 40 ml thick vinyl. I was amazed! I am wondering if you can sew fine fabrics as well. I need to alter my daughters wedding dress. This video was very helpful thank you!
Great video Evelyn! I have a very old Singer 20U which, while old and rattly, still functions well and also.... does straight stitch and zig zag! It needs a service and doesn't have the sexy functions like heel off or needle down, but it is easy to control the speed, so fast or slow is fine. I have recently started fashion college (after 50 plus years of sewing) so am enjoying using the fab machines there. So quiet and smooth. I'll stick with my grande dame machine for now (and my Janome Skyline S7), but will eventually look for a 2nd hand Juki at some point. I sew as a hobby but want to move it to business level through markets and then who knows where. I love your business model and only wish I had had the chutzpah to do what you're doing 20 years ago. Such is life 😎😏👗🛍💖
Aww thankyou!! 😙 And I wish I'd started earlier too! So, there's no time like RIGHT NOW! So I hope you do go after your dream of turning it into a bussiness!! If you ever have any questions just msg me! X
I love vintage machines. I have a whole collection of around 10 or 12 vintage domestics, from 1909 to1969. But that venerable and versatile Singer 20u is definitely on my "want" list!! I'd pair it with a swanky new Servo.
HI Evelyn ! At first excuse my bad english, thank you for this video it's very kind of you to explain, not only how it works but also who need an industriel machine! i'm thinking a lot about that , i'm a sew, i've create my little business about two years ago , i sew for my customer all they want , made on measures, i give sewing lessons, and i dress all my family, i've many domestical sewing machine (toyota for leathers, brother innovis for embroidery, an high tech bernina very expenseive (whose's never work!!!) ) an overlock( babylock enleigthen) and a brother coverstich ... it's seems ok but i'ts not....because even if the bernina sew 1250 pts/min sometime im about to sleep!!! i need a faster one! Then, you helped to choose , and being sure ! i'd like to say, waouhhhh! you're incredible , you're juste like snow white !!! i love retro , burlesque, my favorite one is steampunk.... this is what i created...when someone ask me for , for shows, for weddings, for medieval festivals.... of course, this year ... i've dont made a lot of costumes.... but, i filled my business activity with student by visio, and for luck, it's work! thank you for this vidéo , to shorten it , i've to choose the juki 7000b or the kingtex8520M ;;;; I'll say what one i've prefer ... have a nice week end! best regards!
I know this is an old video but thank you, Evelyn, for this informative video, just what I've bee looking for in my research. I am thinking of you as you are going through this tough fight ... warm and healing thoughts your way.
I’m considering an industrial machine & stumbled on your video.... I loved it! Your video was awesome. So informative. I was going into it blind and you really opened my eyes. I’m going to look at an older industrial Juki I found for sale and now I will know so much more to look for. Thank you so much. :)
A couple of years ago I bought one used, tried it many times but it was just too fast! It was a straight and zigzag stitch Singer.... I sold it last year and I bought a domestic Singer heavy duty and I love it! TFS, you can tell you are so happy!
I have a Pfaff 1245 industrial that is new & i have a Pfaff varimatic 6091. I'm a beginner at all this & hope i will finally learn & get comfortable at stitching on both machines. Today i was finally going to practice on the industrial,looked & the reservoir that holds the oil is all out & I don't have any. I believe the machine is leaking on the floor more than the normal. So I guess i won't be practicing a spider web stitch design on leather today. I will most likely be using my industrial machine for leather goods & upholstery in the future,my smaller machine for denim. I'll probably alter clothes i have saved up over the years. So glad that there is RU-vid to look up anything you need to know or learn. I'm sure i will own many more machines in the future.
Hooray! You gave us this video on your new Juki so quickly. Thank you. Learned a lot. To view your videos is always a pleasure, rather like inviting a good friend over for tea.
I had an industrial machine with a walking foot and a servo motor, specifically a saddle making machine, when we had a horse stable so I could create custom pads and do horse blanket and tack repairs. It did a straight front and reverse stitch, no automatic functions. I had a speed control thingy to slow it down a bit (sorry, forgot the name of that thing but without it I could not use it). I bought the machine on eBay new but contacted the seller (who had a saddle and machine shop) prior to purchasing and he handled all my questions, also replaced the servo motor free of cost when that died early on. I used it to death and when we closed the stable I retired the machine. It more than paid for itself as I also repaired tack and blankets for other horse stables at the track. At retirement it needed a tune up and repair and I could not justify the cost to have a repair person come here to work on it since it was not a machine that travels. It is now in pieces in the farm shop where my husband has repurposed some of the parts. I have 4 domestic machines (3 Janomes and a White serger) and my household and clothing sewing needs are met in surplus. I still use that big sturdy machine table.
What do I have? An Elgin 2468 HD domestic unit. Great zig zag and button hole unit. This is my go to all purpose machine. I inherited this from my Mom in '95 with a million miles on it. She, and now I keep it clean, oiled and adjusted. I also have a 1923 Singer Class 16-188, walking foot industrial, as well as a 1970-71 Pfaff 145-H3, walking foot as well. Great units, and I am converting them to servo motors. Better positive response and control. I make leather goods as well, bags and wallets on these, besides the canvas and nylon items. Any leather items over 5oz. is saddle stitched. By me, by hand. I have a HD Spartan #192 portable. Tiny little thing! My brother gave me this one out of his "collection" since it will sew 4 layers of blue denim! Ok, I have bored you enough, lol! ( I will have to get a serger if I keep this up! I am getting tired of resetting the Elgin back and forth on the raw edges!!) BTW-- I picked up my two industrials by word of mouth, CHEEP because the person was moving and didn't want to move them! Yeah, VERY heavy, and old, but once cleaned up and lubricated, they are locomotives!!! Lolol!!!
Evelyn I bought one today because of you. Your words were the decider. I picked it up an hour ago and I’m resting to go . I got the DDL 8700 yippeeee 🥳thank you x
I have recently subscribed to your channel. I had seen you previously a while back on youtube, and just kind of looked, but never really paid attention. Somehow you popped up again, and I must say that I truly enjoy your videos. Your explanation to great detail is very helpful. Thank you for passing on your knowledge. I look forward to viewing more of your videos.
I love my Juki. I have a few others for coverstitch, overlock, a commercial Viking that makes perfect button holes… but really most of the things I do are straight lockstitch.
I was introduced to industrial sewing machines ten years ago at work in an industrial laundry. After seeing how smoothly and quietly they ran in the sewing room there, I was intrigued. About a year ago, I started working in that sewing room having not sewn on a machine since home economics class in middle school. Turns out, I'm pretty good at it! Using an industrial five thread overlock for the first time was especially entertaining! They seemed so complex, I was curious to know how they worked. Fast forward a few months and I bought my own 40 year old Juki five thread, 70 year old Merrow three thread, and a Pfaff 461 from 1962. Being mechanically inclined, I've now rebuilt four industrial sewing machines, all of mine included. The sewing room ladies are quite envious that I get to use industrial machines at home! And knee lifts! Yes! I can't use a domestic sewing machine without going for the knee lift and realising that it isn't there! I don't know how people can live without them!
I use one (a non-electronic antique) because I sew coats whose shells are of #4 canvas and have flat-felled seams, and whose linings are essentially blankets quilted between two layers of fabric. It's a heavy-fabric zigzag machine, but it does straight stitches by default when I set the width of the zigzag to zero. Perfect for what I need it for. It was configured for 2500 stitches a minute when I got it, which was too fast for me, so I replaced some belt pulleys under the table and now it's 800. The machine only has full speed and stop - no speed control except the clutch. So my next upgrade is either a servo motor, or a variable frequency drive.
I have a Husqvarna Viking Rose which was about $2300 in the early 2000s. I bought it to embroidery and do basic sewing like quilts and clothing. In 2020 I bought a Janome Q200 to help make face masks in addition to my other machine. Earlier this year I started bag making and invested in a Juki TL 2000 QI. I also forgot to mention I also have an older White serger. I would love to have an industrial to sew much thicker fabrics especially when you get thicker seams, but unfortunately I don’t have the space. I sew in my bedroom.
I just purchased the Juki DDL 8700H. I am sewing for interior designers and needed the speed. I’m just starting to sew with it and it is super fast so it’s a little frightening but I’ll eventually get use to it.
Very interesting. I never gave it much thought. I just assumed they did what a home machine would do but would hold up to doing 100x more than a home machine would do.
Awesome presentation. You have answered all my questions in my mind. I love industrial sewing machine but was hesitating because I have a high end domestic sewing machine already. But now I won't hesitate. Thank you Beautiful Lady.
I love sewing machines..this was awesome. I have had an eye out for a good machine and while I do not have the money nor the place, I hope to get one day. but I also must have a need for them
Thanks a lot for this information. Yes, it is a must to get several industrial machines. My mother used to have an older industrial straight stitch and a heavy duty for leather. Since we are starting a business sewing a myriad of items, it is necessary to have the proper equipment.The one you are showing is what we need plus a heavy duty. Since you have shown this video, I don't have to search around but can see what this one does.
I have a Jones 553, (I believe it's 1960s),. It's metal, heavy and was listed as 'semi-industrial'; straight, zig-zag and button hole. When lubed it ticks like a watch and fabric tracks arrow-straight. I found it in a charity shop and gave £10.
Worked on in 3different factories, yes we did 1 job,but I learned more from you than all 3 places I worked.we was just interested in piece work. I remember doing pockets on men suits. But I would love to have one of those machines.
Safety is important. When changing the needle or foot on the machine best to turn it off and take your foot off the petal. If you don't wear glasses, consider wearing safety glasses. Also a good mechanic is your best friend 👍❤🇨🇦
When I took my sewing course at the Canadian Forces School of Aerospace Technology and Engineering (CFSATE), we were taught to unplug our machines before any maintenance. I also took their Juki Sewing Machine Repair course. Now that I’m out of the military, I’d very much like to have my own Juki sewing machine. I could make tonnes of money just sewing up webbing into tow straps. I refuse to make masks.
@@pelosishammer wow cool. Taking you foot off the petal and turning off the machine when changing needle or foot, adjusting fabric( basically if your hands are near the needle) Unplugging is more serious...hopefully you get a good one. Thank you for your service 👍🍁
Hello, so good of you to let folks know about what industrial machines are and what they can do. I just left a job late last summer repairing horse blankets. I used a much older industrial machine and I got so used to it that using my home machine is hard now, LOL! At 72 I can't justify the cost of an industrial but I sure love them. You Take Care.
Thank you for another great upload! Very informative. I have a beautiful old Singer that my grandmother used all the time. It still works like a charm. It can sew through anything, I mean anything, never hesitating. I'm guessing it's like a very old semi industrial? It only has straight stitch, weighs a ton and it used to be built in a table. Then I have a bunch of other machines too, ofcourse. A Singer patchwork, a Bernina record 930, a Janome cover pro 1000, Janome MyLock 204D and my Bernina 1100D over locker. I love all my machines, they are all great and such a mindblowing invention.
I hawe a few similar machines, Husquvarna and later Singer models are pretty similar (wery earlyer Singer hawe a weaker lever construction) You can use them for double layer canvas, thin leather, etc, but they are not built as leater sewing machines or for heavy canvas in many layers. (but i hawe tried three layer of old army canvas and it worked but the machine had to work, older motors, if it's motorconverted in the 50 or 60s can not realy handle that, but if it's still handcranked it can) My father hawe a real leatherworking machine, a wery old, handcraked Saddle makers model, after grandfather, its' i think twice or three time bigger even compared to those machines i think You talk about here, but it's for things like sadle lining leather padding, raw hide, etc. Wich realy do strech the limit of all existing machines, and i hawe to use a pretty heavy hammer to doing those jobs by hand... So i think Your machine will do, use some good quality paraffin additive sewingmachine oil in the beginning if the old crusted oil need to be softenen up before using, then You can swith ower to regular light spindle oil or normal sewingmachine oil. Also clean of old dust if it has pstacked up in the layers and levers, it wil make a huge differense when You run the machine, kinda messy job, but worth it and it's one time job if Ypu doing it properly.
I just got into sewing and I still have a lot to learn, but in the future I might get an industrial machine so that I can really get into the sewing business. Thank you for all the information you provided.
I never knew the difference between the two motors! Thank-you! It’s amazing how many videos I’ve watched and no one has ever mentioned it, LOL! I wish there were more videos of industrial machine users. This was the most useful one I’ve seen. I have an old Industrial Singer 31-15 from 1939. I have been searching for a video where someone, somewhere-cleans, oils, sets up and uses it so I can follow along......still waiting. I still loved this video of a modern industrial and learned several things. Thank-you!
Hi Evelyn! Great presentation, I really learned a lot. I had a feeling that industrial sewing machines were simply magical! Wow, thank you for educating me. Happy stitching!✂️🧵✂️
Hello. I don’t own a n industrial machine but I am interested in purchasing one mostly to make handbags and backpacks which usually can contain thick pieces of fabric or leathers. I have used an industrial machine before when I was younger. I actually worked at a sewing factory and they were pretty neat. I do own 2 domestic machines and love them but I’m leaning more toward purchasing an industrial. Thanks for video. Very informative.
My wife and I both sew and I’m looking at the various models and we are looking at the Juki DDL 9000C FMS. We have the room and just looking for some validation. We both subscribed to your channel now and will watch your catalog of videos. My wife is retired and sews all day everyday and I sew when I can after work. Thanks for sharing. Jerry & Susan.
Okay, I thought it was weird that industrial machines don't disengage the needle when winding bobbins like home machines do. But the idea of constantly winding a bobbin as you sew makes so much sense. Since you wind at the same rate as you deplete the one you're using, the new one fills up at the same time as the old one empties. Brilliant.
When I was a fashion major in college, I learned on an industrial sewing machine, we had a whole bunch of them and they’re intimidating at first but I love them I use an upholstery and apparel machine here at work would love one at home too!!!!
