Zigzag sewing machine and its application in garment industry

Zigzag sewing machine and its application in garment industry

In garment industry, there are dozens of types of seams, the most common of which are straight seams and zigzag seams. Zigzag sewing machine is a specialized sewing machine to create zigzag seams that are highly applicable in the modern garment industry.

Information about  zigzag sewing machines will be provided by us through the article below. We will analyze in detail the structure, operation and introduce some of the most prominent machine lines. Follow the information we provide to be able to choose for yourself the type of  industrial zigzag sewing machine  suitable for your intended use.

Learn about zigzag sewing machine?

Answering the question of what is a seam for many people? A seam is a combination of stitches (also known as stitches) to join two layers of fabric together to create products. Seams can be created from different sewing machines.

There are dozens of different types of seams in clothing. Each seam has its own role and application. Among them, the zigzag seam is one of the most basic and popular seams.

Zigzag stitches or chain stitches have a zigzag shape created by combining the top needle thread with the bottom bobbin thread.

There are two types of zigzag stitches: the basic zigzag stitch and the chain zigzag stitch.

Zigzag sewing machine  is a specialized sewing machine for creating zigzag seams. Characteristics of zigzag seams

• Basic zigzag stitch: This is a stitch created by threading one needle thread and one bobbin thread together.
• Chain Stitch: This is a stitch created with a needle thread and a loop of thread placed under the stitch.

Applications of zigzag sewing machines in industry

Zigzag sewing machine  is a powerful assistant in sewing, especially industrial sewing. Zigzag sewing machine is a type of sewing machine that creates zigzag stitches in large quantities and at the same time has high applicability in sewing, used for decoration, embroidery, fake overlock, attaching buttons, attaching buttons…

The machine creates a zigzag chain stitch used in overlock sewing to cover the edges of the fabric to prevent fraying, fraying or to join the details of two pieces of fabric together.

A beautiful zigzag seam will create a higher quality product. Therefore,  zigzag sewing machines  play an important role in the garment industry. It helps reduce time, effort, increase productivity but still creates many high quality products.

The zigzag sewing machine used in the garment industry is very popular for shaping and decorating products.

Distinguishing between industrial zigzag sewing machines and household machines

Special features of the   industrial zigzag sewing machine :

•  Industrial zigzag sewing machine is a sewing machine that performs a specialized zigzag sewing function.
• The machine has a large motor capacity of 250W or more.
• The total weight of the machine ranges from 60-70kg, 1 meter high, about 80cm wide.  Industrial zigzag sewing machines  are bulky and take up a lot of space.
• Specialized in mass production of zigzag seams on products, often used in the industrial garment industry.

Special features of the   family zigzag sewing machine :

• Usually, home sewing machines integrate many types of stitches to meet sewing requirements from basic to advanced: such as straight stitches, zigzag stitches, chain stitches used for rolling edges, overlocking, making buttons, pleating…
• Family zigzag sewing machine  has motor capacity from only 50W.
• The machine is compact in size, weighing only about 7 kg so it is easy to move.
• Mainly used in families with simple designs and small quantities.

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Which type of industrial zigzag sewing machine should I choose to use?

Choosing an  industrial zigzag sewing machine  that is suitable for your production facility is not an easy decision. Below are some suggestions about industrial zigzag machines that you can choose to suit your needs and searches.

Single needle electronic zigzag sewing machine

The single needle electronic zigzag sewing machine has a needle perpendicular to the fabric, thus minimizing needle deviation when sewing.

In addition, the machine is controlled by a servo motor used for the column structure to avoid needle displacement when sewing even at high speed.

Single needle electronic zigzag sewing machine is suitable for straight stitches embroidered, bar cut, edge stitch, or pattern stitch, stitches on thin and medium fabrics.

The machine can adjust the needle tip to the left and right, making it easy to create beautiful designs used in product decoration.

Electronic zigzag sewing machine 2, 3, 4 dots

This type of machine supplies a certain amount of oil to the machine shaft so that the oil does not splash around the needle bar. The machine has a thread take-up mechanism, so this type of machine produces clean products without any grease.

In addition, the 2, 3, 4 dot electronic zigzag machine uses a direct drive system without a belt, so the machine is clean, oil does not splash out, thereby producing high quality finished products.

The electronic zigzag sewing machine  with two, three, four dots can store original sewing patterns in the machine. The machine can store 99 patterns with a maximum of 500 stitches/pattern, so it can be highly applied in the garment industry.

The machine is equipped with an intelligent control panel system that makes it easy to adjust the needle direction and move the needle position quickly at high speed when sewing.

Two, three, four dot electronic zigzag sewing machines  are often used to decorate women’s fashion items, accessories such as scarves, handkerchiefs, underwear, swimwear…

Some zigzag sewing machine brands you can refer to

Juki LZ-2284A Zigzag Sewing Machine

The Juki LZ-2284A zigzag sewing machine  is designed to handle all zigzag stitches ensuring three-step standards, quick start-up, and precise stopping.

Juki LZ-2284A zigzag machine has direct drive motor system and thread trimmer.

Nataka N-2290 SSR electronic zigzag sewing machine

Nataka N-2290 SSR electronic zigzag sewing machine  is equipped with 8 zigzag patterns, 99 zigzag stitch patterns. The machine can create 1-dot, 2-dot or 3-dot zigzag decorative lines based on pre-installed programs.

Nataka N-2290 SSR can easily change the zigzag decorative lines through the smart control screen on the machine, helping users to adjust according to their needs.

N-2290 SSR is suitable for producing lingerie or fashion clothes, this machine can produce high quality, beautiful zigzag stitch with moderate thread tension.

In addition, the Nataka N-2290 SSR electronic zigzag machine is also a machine with a modern structure and is equipped with smart software to help shorten operating time and increase productivity.

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Brother Z-8550A electronic zigzag sewing machine

Brother Z-8550A is a direct drive electronic 1-needle zigzag sewing machine. Z-8550A creates beautiful zigzag stitches, does not splatter much oil so it does not stick to products and reduce quality.

Brother Z-8550A is equipped with an energy saving system. Zigzag stitches created by the Brother Z-8550A electronic machine have diverse designs and many stitch types, so when using this machine you can create many special products.

Jack JK-T2284B electronic zigzag sewing machine

The Jack JK-T2284B electronic zigzag machine creates zigzag seams that meet the three-step standard. The Jack JK-T2284B is a continuous-axis machine, equipped with a motor that can save up to 60-70% of electricity for users.

JK-T2284B can run on a 1-dot or 3-dot zigzag system as desired. This is also a modern machine line equipped with a smart control panel that helps users easily control and operate the machine.

Some notes when using a zigzag machine

Each type of industrial zigzag machine will have its own sewing style as informed, so when operating you need to set the mode and adjust the appropriate parameters for each type of machine.

To keep the machine running smoothly and efficiently, users need to regularly check, maintain, and clean the power source, motor, and accessories on the machine. These steps help prevent the machine from getting dirty, and dust can cause motor burnout and electrical short circuits over time.

It is important to know that no matter how good an  industrial zigzag sewing machine  is, it will encounter problems when used, requiring the worker to research and handle them quickly.

Therefore, tailors need to be equipped with knowledge to recognize zigzag sewing machine errors and the fastest ways to repair and handle them if possible to reduce the time and cost of calling a technician.

Understanding how to operate  an industrial zigzag sewing machine  is important for tailors in industrial garment production. This not only helps you improve your productivity but also helps you gain professional recognition throughout the work process.

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