Originally Posted by
Aria
I don't own one, but a previous job entailed sewing on one. It was a Juki, and I loved it. It sewed very fast, and had a knee lift, which I loved. They will sew on anything, heavy or lightweight. We sewed mainly on Marimekko (sp) fabric, which is 100% cotton.
I too am somewhat interested in an industrial machine. I don't sew for business purposes but have recently started making purses and I make pet beds for the shelter which sometimes can get thick. So it is not absolutely necessary but it seems like an industrial would make it easier.
I have read where they are fast, but isn't there a foot control or motor that controls the speed to make it go at a more comfortable speed? Or is it just fast? The other factor is maintenance, I am sure I would not have a local service person to go to. But maybe because they are somewhat limited in their functionality, little or no service/maintenance is needed?