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Commercial Embroidery Machine | Multi-Needle Embroidery | High-Speed Stitching | A987-XX
£10.50
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£12.60/ inc vat
- Multi-Needle System
- High-Speed Stitching
- Large Embroidery Area
- Automatic Thread Trimmer
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Product Overview
Ready to take your business branding to the next level? Meet the Personalisation A987-XX, a powerhouse commercial embroidery machine designed to turn your creative vision into professionally stitched reality. It’s built from the ground up for businesses that need speed, precision, and the versatility to handle everything from staff uniforms and promotional merchandise to bespoke fashion items. If you’re currently outsourcing your embroidery or finding your single-needle machine can’t keep up, this is the upgrade you’ve been waiting for.
At its heart, this is a multi-needle embroidery machine, meaning you can load up multiple colours at once and let it work its magic without constant thread changes. This massively speeds up complex jobs, like stitching detailed company logos or even intricate designs like national flags on collars. Paired with its high-speed motor, it delivers consistent, top-quality results on batch after batch, making it an essential tool for uniform suppliers, promotional companies, and ambitious startups across the UK.
Forget production bottlenecks and say cheerio to inconsistent quality. The A987-XX is your in-house solution for creating stunning, durable embroidered goods that make brands stand out. It’s an investment in efficiency, quality control, and your business's professional image, giving you the power to say 'yes' to bigger, more profitable jobs.
Key Features and Benefits
- Multi-Needle System: Set up multiple colours for faster, uninterrupted embroidery runs.
- High-Speed Stitching: Powers through large jobs quickly, boosting your daily output.
- Large Embroidery Area: Easily handle bigger designs for jacket backs and banners.
- Automatic Thread Trimmer: Saves you heaps of time on finishing each piece.
- Intuitive Touchscreen Control: Makes setting up jobs and choosing designs dead simple.
- USB & Wi-Fi Connectivity: Effortlessly transfer your digital designs from computer to machine.
- Heavy-Duty Construction: Built like a tank for reliable daily commercial use.
- Pre-Loaded Fonts & Designs: Get started on projects right out of the box.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Personalisation
- SKU: A987-XX
- Dimensions: 850(H) x 700(W) x 650(D) mm
- Weight: 95kg
- Power: 2.0kW, 13A Plug (Single Phase)
- Max Stitch Speed: 1200 SPM (Stitches Per Minute)
- Needles: 12
- Max Embroidery Area: 500 x 350 mm
- Control Panel: 10" HD LCD Touchscreen
- Connectivity: USB Port, Wi-Fi Enabled
- Compatible Formats: DST, PES, EXP, and more
Expert Review and Insights
In today's market, branding is everything. The Personalisation A987-XX isn't just a machine; it's a brand-building powerhouse. Its multi-needle setup is a huge step up for any business serious about offering customisation. It handles intricate logos with a crispness that single-needle models struggle with, making it perfect for creating premium-feel uniforms and merchandise that customers will remember.
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- Pro: The stitch precision is fantastic for detailed corporate branding.
- Con: Its range of features means a slight learning curve for total beginners.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
"Stitch Perfect", a school and workwear supplier based in Leeds, was struggling to keep up with bulk orders using their fleet of single-needle machines. They invested in the A987-XX commercial embroidery machine to centralise their logo and crest work.
"The difference was night and day. Loading 12 colours for a complex school crest and just letting it run has freed up so much staff time. We're no longer turning down last-minute orders and the quality is spot on every single time."
Robert Davies – Owner, Stitch Perfect
By consolidating their workflow, Stitch Perfect managed to increase their production of multi-colour crests by over 60% and reduce turnaround time for large orders by two full days.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- Ensure the machine is on a solid, level, and vibration-free surface. This is key for stitch quality.
- Before your first real job, run a pre-loaded test pattern on scrap fabric to check thread tensions.
- Take time to properly hoop your garment – not too tight, not too loose – to prevent puckering.
- Connect to your Wi-Fi or use a USB to load a test design from your own computer to confirm file compatibility.
Keeping It Going
- Regularly clean out lint and dust from the bobbin case and needle area with a small brush.
- Follow the manual's guide for oiling key moving parts to keep it running smoothly.
- Change needles every 8-10 hours of solid embroidery time to prevent skipped stitches and fabric snags.
- Power down the machine fully at the end of each day to protect the electronic components.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What file formats does the A987-XX embroidery machine use?
A: It's compatible with the most common industrial formats, including DST, PES, and EXP, so you can use designs from most digitising software.
Q: Can this machine embroider on caps and hats?
A: Yes, with the appropriate cap frame attachment (often sold separately), it is designed to handle the curved surface of caps.
Q: How many needles does it have?
A: This model comes equipped with 12 needles, allowing you to pre-load 12 different thread colours for complex designs.
Q: What is the maximum stitching speed?
A: It can reach a high speed of up to 1200 stitches per minute, which significantly boosts production on large orders.
Q: Does it have an automatic thread trimmer?
A: Yes, it automatically trims the threads between colour changes and at the end of a design, saving significant time on finishing.
Q: What kind of materials can it handle?
A: It's versatile enough for a wide range, from polo shirts and denim jackets to thicker materials like workwear and canvas bags, with the right needle and stabiliser.
Q: Is it very noisy during operation?
A: As a high-speed industrial machine, it produces a noticeable level of noise. It's best suited for a workshop or commercial environment rather than a quiet office.
Q: How do I get my designs onto the machine?
A: You can easily transfer design files via a standard USB stick or connect the machine to your local network using its built-in Wi-Fi.
The Personalisation Advantage: A Partner in Your Growth
Investing in the Personalisation A987-XX is about more than just its impressive stitch speed or needle count; it’s about investing in your business’s potential. This machine is engineered for reliability, reducing the costly downtime and maintenance headaches that can plague lesser models. For a business that relies on deadlines and quality, that peace of mind is invaluable. Owning a capable high speed embroidery machine like this transforms your operations, allowing you to stop outsourcing and bring full quality control in-house. It empowers you to offer new, profitable services like rapid-turnaround customisation, building a reputation for speed and quality that will set you apart from the competition and drive real, sustainable growth.
Explore more from PersonalisationHow Multi-Needle Technology Slashes Your Production Time
Ever found yourself constantly stopping to switch thread colours on a complex logo? A multi-needle embroidery machine solves that problem entirely. Think of it like this: a standard machine is like a single painter with one brush, who has to stop, clean the brush, and dip into a new colour for every change. It's slow and tedious.
This machine, with its 12 needles, is like having a team of 12 painters, each with a different colour ready to go. The machine's computer brain knows exactly which 'painter' to use and when, seamlessly switching between them without pausing the project. This means a design with ten colours gets stitched almost as fast as a design with one, drastically cutting down production time and letting you get on with the next job.
Who Should Buy This?
- Uniform Suppliers: Perfect for branding workwear, from polo shirts and aprons to high-vis jackets, quickly and consistently.
- Promotional Merchandise Agencies: Ideal for creating high-quality branded tote bags, caps, and corporate gifts for your clients.
- Boutique Fashion Brands: Add unique, embroidered details to your clothing line to create standout pieces with a premium finish.
- Sports Clubs & Schools: Easily customise team kits, badges, and leavers' hoodies with professional and durable results.
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