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HIGHLEAD® GL13118-1 Industrial Blindstitch Hemming Sewing Machine – Complete with Table & Stand
✔ FULLY ASSEMBLED | TABLE, MOTOR & STAND INCLUDED
Professionally assembled, adjusted, and sewing-tested by JMJ Sewing Machines.
Single-Needle Blindstitch • Stitch Type 103 • Up to 2,500 Stitches/Min • 1:1 / 2:1 Stitch Selection
The HIGHLEAD® GL13118-1 is an industrial blindstitch machine developed for hemming garments with stitches that remain discreet on the outside of the fabric. It is a practical choice for tailoring businesses, alteration shops, and clothing production operations that regularly finish trousers, skirts, dresses, and jackets.
Its single-thread blindstitch mechanism creates stitch type 103. Adjustable stitch settings help operators accommodate different garment constructions and fabric weights, while the machine's work-plate arrangement supports both flat and tubular hemming tasks.
Key Features
- Single-Thread Blindstitch: Creates discreet hems with stitch type 103.
- Adjustable Stitch Selection: Supports 1:1 and 2:1 feed/stitch settings for different hemming requirements.
- High-Speed Capability: Maximum rated speed of 2,500 stitches per minute.
- Adjustable Stitch Length: 3–8 mm range stated in the machine instruction manual.
- Material Adjustment: Adjustable presser-foot pressure and needle penetration help fine-tune blind hems.
- Versatile Work Area: Swing-away work plate accommodates selected tubular hemming operations.
- JMJ Preparation: Supplied with an industrial table, stand, and motor, assembled and tested by JMJ Sewing Machines.
Typical Applications
- Trouser and pant hems.
- Skirts and dresses.
- Jacket and coat hems.
- Sleeves and cuffs.
- Alterations and tailoring.
- Garment finishing on suitable light- to medium-weight materials.
Technical Specifications
| Brand / Model | HIGHLEAD® GL13118-1 |
| Machine Type | Industrial Blindstitch Hemming Machine |
| Stitch Type | 103 — Single-Thread Chain Blindstitch |
| Maximum Sewing Speed | 2,500 Stitches/Min |
| Stitch Length Range | 3–8 mm (manual specification) |
| Stitch / Feed Ratio | 1:1 or 2:1 |
| Presser Foot Lift | 7 mm (manual specification) |
| Needle System | GL×1 / LW×6T (confirm needle size for application) |
| Motor | Servo Motor Included — Rating Depends on Supplied JMJ Configuration |
| Table & Stand | Included |
What's Included
- HIGHLEAD® GL13118-1 Machine Head.
- Industrial Sewing Table and Stand.
- Servo Motor.
- Thread Stand.
- Standard Accessories Supplied with the Machine.
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For the best blind-hem appearance, test the machine on a sample of the actual garment fabric and adjust needle penetration, stitch selection, and thread tension before beginning production. JMJ Sewing Machines assembles, adjusts, and tests the complete machine configuration before delivery.
IMPORTANT — CONFIGURATION NOTICE
Motor rating, voltage, included accessories, and final setup may vary according to the configuration supplied by JMJ Sewing Machines. Confirm your electrical requirements and intended fabrics before ordering. A blindstitch finish depends on material characteristics and machine adjustment.
The HIGHLEAD® GL13118-1 offers a specialized solution for professional blind hemming, with adjustable stitch settings and a complete table, motor, and stand package prepared by JMJ Sewing Machines.