With its appropriately named SUMMIT embroidery machine, embroidery industry leader Melco has taken its already impressive game to a whole new level through a combination of performance and ease-of-use. Capable of sewing up to 1,500 stitches per minutes, the SUMMIT is equipped with 16 needles and includes a 10.1-inch HD resolution touch screen, built-in barcode scanner, automatic thread tensioning with Acti-Feed and an ultra-responsive operating system. Other features include a compact lower arm, allowing operators to easily embroider smaller areas, like pockets and sleeves; a 16.1-inch-15.5-inch sewing field; and a laser-alignment system that takes the guesswork out of design placement and avoids costly mistakes with registration and tracing. Especially impressive are the system’s integrated barcode scanner and easy-to-use touch-screen interface. The latter provides all the information you need at a glance, including automatic maintenance reminders, access to a variety of step-by-step, on-screen guides to ensure your machine is running at its peak, and 30 days of on-screen tracking. The system’s built-in barcode scanner quickly loads designs and design settings via the Melco’s proprietary OFM file system. The system’s cutting-edge software also allows you to quickly load hoop settings. For more information, go to melco.com/summit.
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