Button sewing machine is suitable for sewing standard two-hole or four-hole buttons. With the appropriate accessories, it can also sew other types of buttons, such as buttons with handles. It is suitable for lightweight and medium-weight fabrics.

FAQ1：Are there special machines for sewing buttons on clothes?

Yes. I. Button sewing machine An industrial sewing machine that can automatically sew buttons, snaps, hooks, labels, and pairs of socks, gloves, etc. in various forms and sizes. Suitable for large-scale production in sewing factories or other industrial sectors. II. Classification 1. Single-thread chain stitch Button sewing machine with double-thread lockstitch is not widely used because the shuttle thread needs to be changed frequently during button sewing.

2. Double-thread lockstitch Button sewing machine with single-thread chain stitch does not need to change the sewing thread when sewing buttons, has high production efficiency, and is therefore widely used.

(1) Needle swing type Mainly uses the needle to swing left and right. It has a durable structure, low noise, and will not cause visual fatigue to the operator due to the buttons and clothes swinging together. It also has relatively high production efficiency and is commonly used by sewing factories.

(2) Button clip swing type The button clip swings left and right.

FAQ2：What equipment is used for making knitted garments?

The main types of sewing machines used are medium- and high-speed flatbed sewing machines (commonly known as "flatbed sewing machines"), medium- and high-speed overlock sewing machines (commonly known as "overlock machines"), and coverstitch sewing machines.

Because knitted fabrics are composed of interlocking loops, the edges of the cut garment pieces are prone to unraveling. Therefore, the edges of the garment pieces should be overlocked (commonly known as "edge sewing") before being sewn using a flatbed sewing machine or similar machine. Flatbed sewing machines and overlock sewing machines are the main types of machines used for sewing knitted fashion garments.

Flatbed sewing machines primarily use a single sewing thread to create a stitch on the fabric, allowing one or more layers of fabric to interweave or sew together. They are generally divided into two types for thin and thick fabrics. Flatbed sewing machines can sew cotton, linen, silk, wool, synthetic fibers, and products made of leather, plastic, and paper.

A coverstitch sewing machine, also known as a special sewing machine, produces a chain stitch. This stitch is often used for knitted garments, such as rolled collars, rolled edges, pleats, coverstitch seams, splicing seams, and decorative edges.

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1. Seams

Due to the longitudinal and transverse stretching characteristics of knitted fabrics and the tendency for edge loops to unravel, the seams used in sewing knitted garments should meet the following requirements:

(1) The seam should have tensile strength appropriate to the knitted fabric.

(2) The seam should prevent the fabric loops from unraveling.

(3) The seam density should be appropriately controlled. For example, the seam density of a flat sewing machine for thick fabrics should be controlled at 9-10 stitches/2cm, and the seam density of an overlock sewing machine at 6-7 stitches/2cm. For thin fabrics, the seam density of a flat sewing machine should be controlled at 10-11 stitches/2cm, and the seam density of an overlock sewing machine at 7-8 stitches/2cm.

FAQ3：What kind of machine is best for small-scale garment processing and cutting?

A circular knives cutting machine with a laser projection auxiliary system can be used. This recommendation is for small-scale garment processing and cutting, where output is lower than that of large factories, saving labor and materials, etc. The circular knives cutting machine boasts high cutting efficiency, capable of cutting 1000-3000 pieces per day, replacing the work of 4-6 manual cutters. It features fully computerized operation and an automatic feeding system, requiring only one operator, saving labor costs. The machine incorporates a super-efficient material layout system, increasing material utilization to over 95%, saving fabric. A laser projection-assisted system allows for the cutting of plaid and striped materials, a capability unavailable in large-scale manufacturing equipment and a unique advantage of the circular knives cutting machine. Custom plaid shirts and suits are also available.

FAQ4：What are the differences between an overlock sewing machine, a serger, a serger, a hemming machine, and a binding machine?

They are all machines used for making garments, but the differences are as follows:

1. Different names:

Overlock sewing machines, sergers, and binding machines all refer to the same thing; different people use them differently. They all refer to machines used for serging edges.

Sergers like serger and hemming machines are basically different names for the same machine with different functions. A very tight, narrow serger edge is called a "closed serger" in northern China and a "wavy serger" in southern China.

2. Different functions:

Functionally, they can be single-needle, double-needle, triple-needle, three-thread, four-thread, five-thread, or six-thread, etc. The most commonly used machine in households is a four-thread overlock sewing machine (double needle, four thread). Removing one needle and one thread turns it into a three-thread overlock sewing machine. The uses of an overlock sewing machine are twofold: first, to serge the edges of cut pieces, preventing fraying and ensuring the quality of the finished garment; and second, to sew knitted garments, making the seams both elastic and strong, and with high sewing efficiency. Extended Information

Overlock stitches can be categorized into single-thread, double-thread, triple-thread, four-thread, and five-thread stitches.

1. Single-thread overlock stitch: A single-needle, single-thread stitch, primarily used for sewing blanket edges.

2. Double-thread overlock stitch: A single-needle, double-thread stitch, primarily used for sewing highly elastic areas such as the hem of stretch garments.

3. Triple-thread overlock stitch: A single-needle, three-thread stitch, commonly used in ordinary knitted garments, especially for sewing lower-end garment pieces.

4. Four-thread overlock stitch: A double-needle, four-thread stitch, with an additional needle and thread compared to triple-thread overlock stitch, resulting in increased strength. It is used for sewing higher-end garment pieces or areas subject to significant stretching and friction, such as shoulder and sleeve seams, especially in outerwear.

5. Five-thread overlock stitch: A double-needle, five-thread stitch, further improving stitch strength and production efficiency. It offers better elasticity than four-thread overlock stitch and is commonly used for sewing outerwear and mending underwear.

FAQ5：Which is better, an electric or foot-operated sewing machine?

The choice depends on your needs, but generally, an electric one is better.

When buying an electric sewing machine, first check if its weight distribution is reasonable. A reasonable weight distribution ensures stability at a given sewing speed. Secondly, choose a machine with a metal frame, and the shuttle part must also be metal. Thirdly, choose one with low noise; low noise indicates a well-structured machine. Advantages of electric sewing machines: More functions. Disadvantages: Slightly weaker ability to handle thick fabrics; prone to skipped stitches when sewing knitted elastic fabrics because the needle plate and presser foot eyelets are too large. Slightly less adaptable to different fabric types.

Traditional foot-operated sewing machines: Generally have strong ability to handle thick fabrics, are easy to operate, and simple to maintain. They are more adaptable to different fabric types, less prone to skipped stitches when sewing knitted fabrics because the needle plate eyelets are smaller. Disadvantages: Limited functionality.

In the garment manufacturing industry, equipment selection is crucial, directly impacting production efficiency, product quality, and cost control. From specialized sewing machines for attaching buttons to high-speed flatbed sewing machines, overlock machines, and coverstitch machines for knitted garments, and even efficient and material-saving rotary cutter machines for small workshops, each type of equipment has its unique purpose and advantages. Furthermore, the diverse functions of overlock machines, serge machines, and other similar equipment, along with the different features of electric and foot-operated sewing machines, provide a wide range of choices for workshops with varying needs. Therefore, a thorough understanding of the performance and characteristics of various garment manufacturing equipment, and making informed choices based on actual production requirements, is key to improving garment manufacturing efficiency and quality.