Basic Sewing Machine Knowledge Technical Seminar
We would like to announce our “Basic Sewing Machine Knowledge Technical Seminar” of 2023. We will have training in person and virtual. We hope you can join us!
Training goals with the primary focus on:
1. Basic sewing machine knowledge
2. Review of Lockstitch machine
3. Review of Overlock machines
4. Review of Bartack cycle machines
5. Introductions to digital automation sewing with programmable machines utilizing PM-1 software and the machine panel on AMS and LK machines
Pricing & Dates
The cost of this 5-day training program is $1,500 in person and $1,000 virtual. This is per person. We reserve the right to cancel or postpone the seminar if we don't reach the minimum requirement of 10 attendees. Please sign up now!
- March 27-31, 2023
- June 19-23, 2023
- Sep 25-29, 2023
- Dec 11-15, 2023
Day 1 - Basic sewing machine knowledge
Operator & mechanic machine safety
Types of needles
Types of threads
Types of feeding systems
Types of machines available
Needle to fabric selection
Thread to needle selection
Sub- class selection. For Extra Heavy, Heavy, Medium, Light, Extra Light sewing
Name of components
Optional parts, selection
Machine capabilities & limitations
Proper Machine setup
Proper lubrication and greasing
Daily, weekly and monthly maintenance program
How to lookup parts and how to order parts?
Understanding Instruction and Engineering Manuals for adjustments
Troubleshooting techniques
Day 2 - Lockstitch Machine - Standard adjustments following the Instruction book
What is a lockstitch machine?
Stitch formation
Oil selection and lubrication
Needle selections
Threading
Needle bar timing
Hook timing
Feed dog timing
Knife adjustments
Trim cam timing
Take up spring settings
Tension assembly adjustments
Tearing down and timing the top front end of the machine
Troubleshooting stitch problems
Add on accessories
Day 3 - Overlock Machine - Standard adjustments following the Instruction book
What is an overlock chainstitch machine?
Stitch formation
Oil selection and lubrication
Needle selections
Threading
Needle bar timing
Upper looper timing
Lower looper timing
Feed dog timing
Upper & lower Knife adjustments
Chain cutter
Tension assembly adjustments
Tearing down and timing the top front end of the machine
Troubleshooting stitch problems
Add on accessories
Day 4 – Bartack Cycle Machine - Standard adjustments following the Instruction book
What is a bartack cycle machine?
Stitch formation
Oil selection and lubrication
Needle selections
Threading
Needle bar timing
Hook timing
X & Y Feed settings
How to change programs and patterns
Upper & lower Knife adjustments
Parts selection for fabric
Tension assembly adjustments
Tearing down and timing the top front end of the machine
Troubleshooting stitch problems
Add on accessories
Day 5 -Introduction to Automation and Programmable Pattern Sewing Machine utilizing panel and PM-1 programming - Standard adjustments following the Instruction book
What is a programmable bar tacking machine?
Stitch formation is mechanical and digital.
PM-1 software stitch and pattern creation utilizing laptops and computers to transfer designs.
Oil selection and lubrication
Needle selections
Threading
Needle bar timing
Hook timing
X & Y Feed settings
How to change programs and patterns
Upper & lower Knife adjustments
Parts selection for fabric
Tension ASM adjustments
Tearing down and timing the top front end of the machine
Troubleshooting stitch problems
Add on accessories
Interested in Advanced Training? Please contact ben@juki.com.
Please note: When you leave our training program we would like for you to have a basic knowledge of all items listed above. We hope you will return to your facility to implement and practice what you have learned with plans of returning for more advanced training in the future.