Industry Technologies
Sewing machine needles have had a chrome coating as standard for decades. This protects the needle from external influences such as corrosion and makes it wear-resistant. It also gives the needle a smooth surface, which protects the material and thread.
Groz-Beckert has now changed the process used to apply this chrome layer to the needles. And the new technology offers several advantages: Not only is it more environmentally friendly, but it also improves product properties.
Special features of the dur needle
But what product characteristics does the new process improve? The following features of the dur needles differ from conventional chrome needles:
Coated needlepoint: The new coating process protects the dur needle in the point area even more effectively against wear and damage. This means that the needle can be used for longer.
Improved sliding properties: dur needles have improved sliding properties. This reduces the penetration forces of the needle and protects the material to be sewn even more.
Visual change: dur needles differ visually from conventional chrome needles. This is reflected in the smoother appearance of the entire needle and a visible color difference around the shank.
The smoother appearance has no influence on the technical properties of the needle: The dur needle is at least as smooth and gentle on the thread as the conventional chrome needle.
Distinction between dur and GEBEDUR
In addition to needles with chrome coating – coated with either a dur or conventional process – Groz-Beckert also continues to offer GEBEDUR needles coated with titanium nitride. The use of GEBEDUR needles is recommended whenever the application places increased demands on the needle and its wear resistance. This includes sewing heavy or coated materials such as denim, leather, or technical textiles.
Shank labeling with laser technology
In addition to the new chrome coating process, Groz-Beckert has also been using improved shank labeling technology for some time now: Instead of embossing the needle size and manufacturer's logo with a stamp, they are now applied using laser technology, which improves the legibility of the labeling. As this switch is taking place gradually, both variants are currently available on the market.
In addition to the new chrome coating process, Groz-Beckert has also been using improved shank labeling technology for some time now: Instead of embossing the needle size and manufacturer's logo with a stamp, they are now applied using laser technology, which improves the legibility of the labeling. As this switch is taking place gradually, both variants are currently available on the market.
Another advantage of laser technology is the greater flexibility in application. Thanks to this technology, it has recently become possible to apply for the internal production number on the shank in addition to the needle thickness and manufacturer's logo. This makes it easier to track all production steps of the needle and is another way you can tell the needles are genuine.
About Groz-Beckert
Groz-Beckert is the world’s leading provider of industrial machine needles, precision parts, and fine tools, as well as systems and services for the production and joining of textile fabrics. All around the world, the products and services support the textile processes of knitting and warp knitting, weaving, felting, tufting, carding, and sewing.
The company, founded in 1852, employs around 9,000 people and turned over about 618 million euros in 2020.
Everything comes together at the headquarters in Albstadt, Germany. The family-owned company also has further production sites in Germany, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Portugal, the USA, India, China, and Vietnam. Numerous sales affiliates and sales partners complement the international presence.
Groz-Beckert offers its customers a comprehensive partnership – without boundaries and on-site in over 150 countries. https://www.www.groz-beckert.com
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About Groz-Beckert
Groz-Beckert is the world’s leading provider of industrial machine needles, precision parts, and fine tools, as well as systems and services for the production and joining of textile fabrics. All around the world, the products and services support the textile processes of knitting and warp knitting, weaving, felting, tufting, carding, and sewing.
The company, founded in 1852, employs around 9,000 people and turned over about 618 million euros in 2020.
Everything comes together at the headquarters in Albstadt, Germany. The family-owned company also has further production sites in Germany, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Portugal, the USA, India, China, and Vietnam. Numerous sales affiliates and sales partners complement the international presence.
Groz-Beckert offers its customers a comprehensive partnership – without boundaries and on-site in over 150 countries. https://www.www.groz-beckert.com
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