Sewing Machine Buyer's Guide

If you want to improve your sewing skills and take your business to the next level, then upgrading to an industrial sewing machine is your next move. To help you find the perfect machine for you and your business, this comprehensive guide will showcase the different functions and features of our industrial sewing machines.

What is an Industrial Sewing Machine?

An industrial sewing machine is a versatile, heavy-duty piece of equipment that can produce high-quality products at fast speeds. Home sewing machines can sew a few hundred stitches a minute at most, whereas industrial sewing machines can easily sew thousands of stitches a minute.

However, unlike home machines that come with a variety of pre-programmed stitches, industrial sewing machines are specialized to sew only one stitch to maximize the machine’s longevity.

In this buyer's guide, we will take you through the different types of industrial sewing machines available at Ricoma – including how they are used as well as highlighting some of the different features each machine offers.

Lockstitch
Light-to-Medium Duty Lockstitch
Medium-to-Heavy Duty Lockstitch
Heavy-Duty Lockstitch
Zigzag Lockstitch
Overlock
Chainstitch
Bar Tack
Coverstitch
Blindstitch

Lockstitch

The straight stitch, or lockstitch, is the most common stitch type used to make garments. It’s created by interlocking the top thread of the machine with the bobbin thread. Although it's a basic stitch, it's extremely versatile and can be used to sew virtually any garment or item out of any non-stretch fabric.

If you are looking to start or expand your current sewing business, you can’t go wrong with the versatility of a lockstitch machine.

Another important thing to keep in mind is that the types of fabrics you use and the types of items you want to sew will also affect the type of lockstitch machine you’ll need. For example, Ricoma sells light to heavy-duty industrial lockstitch machines to suit the needs of all of our customers.

Medium Duty Lockstitch Machines

If you're looking for a machine that offers flexibility and high production output, the flat heat press is ideal. It’s a go-to option for custom apparel businesses of all sizes because it handles a wide variety of projects efficiently.

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Price
Price	Sale price From $1,312²⁰ Regular price $1,749⁹⁹	Sale price From $1,473⁶⁰ Regular price $1,841⁹⁹	Sale price From $668⁷⁰ Regular price $891⁹⁹	Sale price From $912⁰⁰ Regular price $1,139⁹⁹
Maximum Speed
Maximum Speed	6,000 SPM	3,000 SPM	5,500 SPM	5,000 SPM
Max. Stitch Length
Max. Stitch Length	6.5mm	5 mm (3/16 inches)	5mm	5mm
Warranty
Warranty	1 Year Limited Warranty	1 Year Limited Warranty	1 Year Limited Warranty	1 Year Limited Warranty
Compatibility
Compatibility	Compatible with garments such as sleeves, cuffs, and pant legs; accessories like bags, hats, and belts; footwear including shoes, sandals, and boots; upholstery for furniture and padded items; and industrial applications like leather goods, automotive interiors, and sporting goods.	Medium to heavy-duty materials such as leather, canvas, upholstery	Light to medium garments	Light to medium garments
Brand
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