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Introduction for Arrow Star Brand Computerized Collar Flat Knitting Machine

     1.    Introduction

A collar knitting machine is a specialized type of flat knitting equipment engineered exclusively for producing garment collars—including shirt collars, sweater collars, and coat collars—with high precision and consistency. Designed with a compact linear needle bed and adjustable stitch settings, it creates collars of varying sizes, shapes, and textures that fit seamlessly with different garment styles. Unlike general flat knitting machines, it streamlines the collar-making process, reducing manual trimming and sewing work. Suitable for small workshops and large apparel factories alike, this machine boosts production efficiency while ensuring uniform quality across every collar piece.

2.    Type of Arrow Star flat knitting machine

l   52inch, single head collar knitting machine   AS52-1S

Core Configuration：It is equipped with one independent knitting head integrated with a single or dual yarn feeding system, matching a fixed-width needle bed (commonly 20–36 inches) tailored to standard collar sizes. The machine is controlled by a compact computer system, supporting pattern programming via USB or built-in editing software.

Working Principle：The single head moves back and forth along the needle bed to complete all knitting processes sequentially, including yarn feeding, needle selection, loop formation, and edge locking. It can only knit one collar blank or a set of small-sized collars in a single cycle.

Key Features & Applications

Advantages: Low purchase cost, compact footprint, simple operation and maintenance, suitable for small workshops or startup businesses. It excels at producing basic collars (e.g., 1×1 rib collars for T-shirts, simple flat collars) with stable quality.

Limitations: Relatively low production efficiency; complex multi-color jacquard collars require multiple passes, leading to longer cycle times.

Ideal Scenarios: Small-batch production, sample development, or supplementary production of customized collars for small clothing brands.

l   80inch,doule heads collar knitting machine   AS80-（1+1）S

Core Configuration：It comes with two independent, synchronized knitting heads that share a single extended needle bed (36–52 inches) or dual parallel needle beds. Each head is equipped with 2–4 yarn feeding systems, supporting simultaneous and independent programming for different patterns. The advanced control system ensures precise coordination between the two heads to avoid collision and stitch misalignment.

Working Principle：The two heads operate in parallel or in coordination: they can knit two identical collars at the same time to double output, or collaborate on a single complex collar (e.g., one head weaves the ribbed edge, the other weaves the jacquard main body). This parallel operation significantly reduces idle strokes and production cycles.

Key Features & Applications：

Advantages: High production efficiency (2–3 times that of single-head models), strong compatibility with complex processes (multi-color jacquard, 3D textured collars, seamless full-fashioned collars), and the ability to handle batch production of standardized collars for large clothing manufacturers.

Limitations: Higher upfront investment, larger floor space requirement, and more complex maintenance due to dual-head coordination components.

Ideal Scenarios：Large-scale mass production of collars for branded apparel (e.g., polo shirts, sweaters, jackets), and production of high-value collars with intricate patterns.