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Commercial Embroidery Machine | Multi-Needle Embroidery | High-Speed Stitching | A987-35
£10.50
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£12.60/ inc vat
- Multi-Needle System
- High-Speed Stitching
- Large Embroidery Area
- Automatic Thread Trimming
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Product Overview
Thinking about bringing high-quality, professional embroidery in-house? This is your workhorse. The Personalisation A987-35 is a multi-needle commercial embroidery machine designed from the ground up for businesses that need speed, reliability, and precision. It’s built to handle everything from one-off custom jobs to large runs of branded uniforms, turning your creative ideas into professionally stitched reality, fast.
This machine is perfect for print shops, uniform suppliers, and promotional goods companies who are tired of outsourcing embroidery and want to take full control of their production and profits. With its intuitive controls and high-speed stitching capabilities, you can say goodbye to lengthy turnaround times and hello to higher margins. It comes ready with everything you need to tackle a huge range of garments, from caps and polos to jackets and tote bags.
Featuring 15 needles for complex multi-colour designs and a robust frame built for the daily grind, the A987-35 doesn't just add a service to your business—it adds a powerful, revenue-generating asset. Stop losing time and money on external suppliers and start delivering stunning, professional results directly to your customers. Your journey to becoming a one-stop-shop for custom apparel starts here.
Key Features and Benefits
- Multi-Needle System: Stitch vibrant, complex designs without stopping to change threads.
- High-Speed Stitching: Complete jobs in record time to boost your productivity.
- Large Embroidery Area: Easily handle bigger projects like jacket backs and banners.
- Automatic Thread Trimming: Creates a clean, professional finish and saves you time.
- User-Friendly Touchscreen: Makes loading designs and monitoring jobs incredibly simple.
- Multiple Hoops Included: Start embroidering on caps, shirts, and pockets immediately.
- Robust Commercial Build: A reliable workhorse designed for constant daily use.
- USB & Network Connectivity: Transfer designs from your computer to the machine effortlessly.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Personalisation
- SKU: A987-35
- Needles: 15
- Max Stitch Speed: 1200 SPM (Stitches Per Minute)
- Max Embroidery Area: 500 x 350 mm
- Control Panel: 10-inch HD LCD Touchscreen
- Power: 230V, 550W
- Plug Type: Standard 13 Amp 3-Pin UK Plug
- Connectivity: USB Port, LAN Network Port
- Functions: Automatic Colour Change, Automatic Thread Trimmer, Thread Break Detection
- Dimensions: 850(H) x 750(W) x 700(D) mm
- Weight: 90kg
Expert Review and Insights
From an engineering standpoint, the A987-35 is impressively put together. The chassis is solid, minimising vibration at high speeds, which is crucial for stitch accuracy. It's clearly been designed for operators who need a machine that can run all day without a fuss, focusing on core performance rather than unnecessary frills. It feels like a tool that will pay for itself in uptime alone.
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- Rock-Solid Mechanics: The internal components feel incredibly durable, suggesting a very long service life.
- Weight Consideration: It's a heavy unit, so ensure you have a permanent, stable spot for it.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
Cardiff-based 'Corporate Threads' was struggling with slow turnaround times from their embroidery subcontractor, often delaying large uniform orders. They needed a solution that would give them full control over their production schedule and quality.
"Bringing the A987-35 into our workshop has been transformative. We're no longer at the mercy of someone else's schedule. We can now accept rush jobs with confidence and the stitch quality is consistently brilliant, which our clients have noticed."
Michael Bevan – Operations Manager
After installing the machine, Corporate Threads reduced their average production time for embroidered garments by 60% and increased their profit margin on those items by 25%.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- Ensure the machine is placed on a strong, level, and stable surface to prevent vibration.
- Before your first major project, run a test design on a scrap piece of fabric to check tensions.
- Install the design software on your computer and familiarise yourself with transferring files via USB or LAN.
- Securely attach the correct size hoop for your garment, making sure the fabric is taut but not stretched.
Keeping It Going
- After each day's use, use a small brush to clean lint and dust from the bobbin case and needle area.
- Follow the manual's guidance for oiling key moving parts to keep everything running smoothly.
- Regularly check and replace needles. A dull or bent needle can ruin a garment.
- Power down the machine properly at the end of the day to protect the electronics.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can this machine embroider on thick materials like jackets or denim?
A: Yes, its robust build is designed to handle a wide range of fabrics, including thicker materials like denim, canvas, and jackets. Just be sure to use the correct needle and backing.
Q: What file formats does the A987-35 use for designs?
A: It's compatible with the most common industry-standard embroidery file formats, such as .DST and .PES, making it easy to use with most digitising software.
Q: How many colours can I use in a single design?
A: Since this model has 15 needles, you can have up to 15 different colours of thread loaded and ready to use in a single, continuous embroidery design.
Q: Is it difficult for a beginner to operate?
A: While any professional machine has a learning curve, the large touchscreen and intuitive interface are designed to be as user-friendly as possible. We find most users are confident after a day of practice.
Q: Does it automatically trim the jump stitches between letters or colour blocks?
A: Yes, the automatic thread trimmer cuts threads between colour changes and jump stitches, saving you significant time on manual clean-up.
Q: What power supply does this industrial embroidery machine A987-35 require?
A: It's designed for convenience and runs off a standard UK 230V single-phase supply, plugging into a regular 13 Amp socket. No special wiring is needed.
Q: Can it detect if a thread breaks or runs out?
A: Absolutely. The machine has automatic thread break detection, which will pause the operation and alert you so you can fix the issue without ruining the garment.
Q: Can I embroider on caps and hats?
A: Yes, it typically comes with the necessary cap frames and driver to allow for easy and high-quality embroidery on a wide range of headwear.
Personalisation Brand: Your Partner in Professional Customisation
Investing in a Personalisation A987-35 multi-needle embroidery machine is about more than just its technical capabilities; it's a strategic move for your business. For over 50 years, EasyEquipment has supplied tools that build businesses, and this machine embodies that principle. It's not just a piece of equipment; it's your entry into a higher-margin market, giving you full control over quality and turnaround times. By bringing embroidery in-house, you eliminate outsourcing costs and delays, enabling you to become a more agile and profitable enterprise. The rock-solid construction is engineered for minimal downtime and consistent performance, ensuring that your investment works as hard as you do. This isn't just about stitching logos; it's about building your brand's reputation for speed, quality, and reliability, one perfectly embroidered garment at a time.
Explore more from PersonalisationMore Needles, Less Hassle: The Power of a Multi-Needle System
Ever wondered what makes a multi-needle embroidery machine so much faster? It's all about eliminating the stop-start process of changing thread colours. Imagine you're drawing a picture with six different coloured pens. With a single-needle machine, you'd have to draw all the red parts, stop, put the red pen away, pick up the blue pen, draw all the blue parts, and so on. It's slow and tedious.
This automatic embroidery machine for business is like having all six pens uncapped and ready to go in a robotic hand. The A987-35 has 15 needles, each with its own colour of thread. The machine's 'brain' simply tells it which needle to use for each part of the design, moving seamlessly from one colour to the next without any manual intervention. This is how it can stitch out a complex, multi-coloured company logo in one smooth, uninterrupted run, drastically cutting down production time.
Who Should Buy This?
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Custom Apparel Startups
An ideal investment to bring professional-grade embroidery in-house and control quality from day one.
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Workwear & Uniform Suppliers
Perfect for branding corporate wear, from polo shirts with logos to detailed jackets for entire teams.
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Promotional Goods Companies
Create bespoke promotional items like branded tote bags, caps, and towels quickly and efficiently.
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Schools & Sports Clubs
Bring school crests and team logos to life on uniforms, sports kits, and leavers' hoodies.
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