Patent · US Expired

Machine for top stitching

US4434730A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 7, 1982
Grant dateMar 6, 1984
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Expiry dateJan 7, 2002

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S112/03
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

In a method of and apparatus for top stitching parallel to the edge of a garment panel in which edge is a corner, there are provided means for detecting the approach of the corner and thereupon reducing the speed of movement of the panel through the machine and means acting on the underside of the panel to impart a turning motion thereto.

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