WHOLEGARMENT Capability with Speed and Versatility

SHIMA SEIKI's MACH2S is an extremely flexible machine which realizes quality knitting in a range of production styles. As a conventional shaping machine, it is capable of all-needle knitting in its available range of 8 to 16 gauge, while WHOLEGARMENT knitwear can be produced in half-gauge fabrics. As the name "MACH" suggests, the MACH2S sets itself apart with its speed and productivity. It achieves an impressive maximum knitting speed of 1.6 meters per second (12 to 16 gauge only). It furthermore adopts the new R2CARRIAGE system, permitting quicker carriage returns for greater efficiency and shorter knitting times. For versatility, MACH2S is even capable of gaugeless knitting whereby a number of different gauges can be knit into a single garment. The great flexibility of MACH2S makes it the perfect choice for adopting WHOLEGARMENT production while maintaining fl exible support of varying market demands.