Helmsman Tables

Compact Sewing Tables for Your Merrow Machine

Tabletop
24" x 20" The Merrow Helmsman Table is designed to be the
world’s most efficient, reliable, and portable table for
all sewing applications. It is the narrowest table on the
market and can be used with an air, clutch, or servo motor.
Its design is ergonomically friendly, highly transportable,
and is customizable to any environment.

Easy to Customize
Table Top - standard, regular, and submerged options
Legs - 7 colors available, adjustable Z legs
Wheels - 4 locking swivel casters, 2.5" or 4" options
33"-37" height

Works with any Merrow machine

Features Treadle Belt Guard

Special ML Coating available

for wet environments. See page 30

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 Table of Contents
Find the Right Product by Application or Machine Class

Military PG 6 Lingerie PG 8

Patches,
Applications

PG 6 Home Decor PG 8
Emblems, Labels

Athletic
PG 7 Blanket Stitching PG 9
ActiveSeam®

Baby Garments PG 7 Medical PG 9

End-to-End
Netting, Mesh PG 7 PG 10-11
Seaming

Women’s Garments PG 8

ActiveSeam® 3 PG 12-14 Railways PG 29

Products & Service

NEW Marine
MG Class PG 17-21 PG 30
Layer Coating

Crochet
PG 22 Genuine Parts PG 31-32
18 Class

Textile Finishing
PG 23-24 Factory Service PG 33
70 Class

Textile Finishing Turnkey Design

PG 25-26 PG 34
71 Class and Development

Textile Finishing
PG 27-28
72 Class

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 Suggested Merrow Machine
by Application
Spandex

Dri-FIT

APCU ActiveSeam®

Military Fleece
ActiveSeam® 3
MB-4DFO 3 Series
PG 14

Flame Resistant

PolarTec® Power Shield® MG-3DW-2

Hem

Nomex® MG-3DR PG 18

Overedge

Heavy Synthetics MG-3DW-7

Blanket

Patches Hook & Loop Emblem Edge

MG-3UV

Large Patches Wide Emblem Edge

MG-3UW

Patches Standard Emblem Edge

MG-3U

PG 19
Patches, Narrow Emblem Edge
Emblems, Small Patches
MG-3UN

Labels
Flat Emblem Edge
MG-2U

Hook & Loop Patches Hook & Loop Emblem Edge

MG-3UV

Want more out of your stitch?

Contact our Stitch Lab™ to make it work for you. More on page 3

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 135g Merino Wool

Schoeller® Soft Shell

Athletic Polyester
ActiveSeam® 3 Series

ActiveSeam®
ActiveSeam® 3
Circular Knit PG 14
MB-4DFO 3 Series

195g Merino Wool

Polartec®

Cotton, Polyester

ActiveSeam® 3 Series
ActiveSeam® 3
Terry Cloth PG 14
MB-4DFO 3 Series

Medium Weight Overlock

Baby Knits MG-3DW-2 PG 18

Garments Shell

Fleece-lined Denim MG-4Q-60 PG 16

Crochet

Fleece 18-E PG 21

Large Netting Rolled Overlock

Contact
MG-3DRGE-7 Merrow

Small Mesh Flat Overlock

Netting, MG-3DGE-7 PG 20
Mesh

Energize your design with Merrow's expertise!

Contact our FREE Stitch Lab™ to start building your project today.

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 Chiffon MicroPurl™
MG-2DNR-1
Micro

Cotton Purl Stitch

MG-2DNR-1 PG 16

Women’s Socks Shell

Garments MG-3Q-3

Hosiery Toe Closing

Contact
MG-4D-60
Merrow

MicroPurl™

Gossamer MG-2DNR-1 Micro PG 16

Rolled Hem
Contact
Silk MG-2DNRL Merrow

Purl Stitch
Lingerie
Crepe MG-2DNR-1 PG 16

Rolled Hem

Satin MG-3DRWL PG 18

Lightweight Overlock
MG-3DW-2 PG 18

Chiffon 2-Needle Structural

Contact
MG-4D-60 Merrow

Sheer Lightweight Curtain Hem

MG-2DR PG 18

Linen, Cotton Purl Stitch

Home
MG-2DNR-1 PG 16
Decor
Microfiber Medium Weight Overlock
MG-3DW-2 PG 18

Terry Cloth Overedge

MG-3DR PG 18

Are you against the clock?

Get answers today with our Stitch Lab™! (page 3)

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 Micro Fabrics Overedge
MG-2DN-RM PG 16

ActiveSeam® 3
ActiveSeam® 3
Polyester PG 14
MB-4DFO 3 Series
Overedge
Medical
Stretch Material MG-3DE PG 20

Overedge

MG-3DE-7 PG 20

Flat

Wool, Heavy Fleece 1/2 in. Crochet

18-E PG 21
Rolled

Woven 1/4 in. Overedge

MG-3DE-7 PG 20
Blanket Flat

Stitching

Merrow Stitch Lab™

In a competitive industry,
speed to market is critical.
Don't let a design problem
slow you down. Take
advantage of Merrow's
decades of experience in
product development.

Contact the Stitch Lab™

today to accelerate your
production process.

Read more on page 3

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 Mattresses Butted Seam
Contact
MG-1DM
Merrow

Jersey

End-to-End Knits Tubular Knits Butted Seam

Seaming 71-1D-7 PG 26

Fleece Butted Seam

71-1D-2 PG 26

Stretch Nylon Butted Seam

72-D3B-2 PG 28

Tricot

Loose Knit Rolled Seam

Contact
72-D3B-2 R
Merrow

Denim Butted Seam

70-D3B-2
Marine Layer
Coating
Treated / Laminated Butted Seam
70-D3B-2
Marine Layer
Coating PG 24
Wovens Linen Butted Seam
70-Y3B-2

Cotton Duck / Canvas Butted Seam

70-D3B-2

Geotextile
Butted Seam, Locked
70-D3B-2 LS PG 24
Fiberglass

Gabardine Wool

Rolled Seam
Contact
Loose Woven 72-D3B-2 R
Merrow

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 Rubber

Butted Seam, Gapped

Geotextile 70-D3B-2 G PG 24

Rolled Stitch

End-to-End Non-Wovens High-Pile 72-D3B-2 HP PG 28

Seaming
Butted Seam
Contact
Filter/Foam 70-D3B-2 HP
Merrow
Butted Seam, Gapped, Automated

Vinyl Leather 70-D3B-2 RAIL PG 24

Butted Seam, Locked

Fiberglass 70-D3B-2 LS PG 24

Rolled Stitch
72-D3B-2 R PG 28

Ripstop Stretch Nylon Butted Seam

72-D3B-2

PG 28
Carpet Butted Seam, Gapped
72-D3B-2 HP

Optimize End-to-End Seaming with a Continuous Process

Customize a Railway System for your 70, 71, or 72 Class Machine - see page 29

The Stitch Matters™

Merrow’s Stitch Lab™ will make sure the stitch is right - see page 3

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A Revolutionary New Stitch
The first branded stitch, ActiveSeam® is a series of
technically-superior seams. Proven 30% stronger than
flatlock, ActiveSeam® features a unique stitch configuration
that stretches the full length and width of fabric. ActiveSeam®
3 represents the newest development in production solutions.

What's New
High-lift and differential feed easily handles
thick, multi-layer, and difficult fabrics
Improved feed system joins
different-textured fabrics including
non-wovens and neoprene
New stitch width and needle options for
medium- to heavy-weight materials
Fully production-ready solution

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 INFUSED (3-thread)

COMFORT (2-thread)

SLIM (2-thread)

Applications
Medical Braces Athletic Uniforms
Safety Gloves Yoga Apparel
Insulating Sleeves Wetsuits
Shapewear Base Layer
Maternity Wear Hunting Gear

High-lift cams and differential feed system

allow for better handling of thick, multi-
layer, and difficult materials.

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 MB-4DFO-3 Production Series
One machine with three unique stitch configurations and
over twelve design options

Two- or three-thread, double row differential machine with

cutters for seaming light- to heavy-weight material

2.5 mm minimum stitch width ActiveSeam® 3 features a

lower-profile aesthetic compared to a flatlock stitch

A double row of feed dogs allow for increased material

handling and more consistent feed of material

ActiveSeam 3
Built-in differential SPI (stitches per inch) settings keep
® seams consistently flat and reduce lettucing
Technical Specifications
High-lift cams create increased clearance between presser
Seam Type 521
Seam Width 3/32” - 5/16” foot and needle plate, allowing easier processing of thick,
2.5 mm - 8 mm multi-layer material and cross seams
Operating Speed 5500 rpm
Stitch Eccentric 10-40 spi
Threads 2-3
Want to know how ActiveSeam® 3
Installation Non-submerged can work for your product?
Submerged Contact our Stitch Lab™ for help. See page 3
pricing upon request

Ask about full

production set-ups
Chain cutter
Automatic presser foot lifter
Pneumatic waste
Needle positioner
Direct Drive
and more!
1 Machine,
3 Unique stitch configurations,
12+ Design options

Thread and stitch differentiation

allow for optimal customization

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 Decorative Class
DECORATIVE CLASS

Decorative Design. Unmatched Precision.

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MG-2DNR-1

MG-2DNR-1 Micro

For the Most Delicate Stitch

Merrow’s decorative edging machines offer the
smallest, tightest edging available. The MG-Class NR
and Q series handle mid-weight to fine fabrics with
precision, delicacy, and sophistication. The elegance
of the Purl, MicoPurl™ and Shell stitches create a MG-3Q-3
refined edging effect on any delicate material.
Meeting at the intersection of engineering and art,
no other sewing machines can match the delicacy
of these specialty stitches.

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 Narrow Rolled Overedge
MG-2DNR-1 MICRO MG-2DNR-1

DECORATIVE CLASS
Narrow Rolled Hem [1/32”] Narrow Rolled Hem [1/16”]

Two-thread differential Two-thread differential feed

feed machine producing machine producing a very
a very narrow, micro-rolled narrow rolled overedge
overedge [Purl Stitch]
[MicroPurl™ Stitch]
Applications

NR SERIES
Applications Lingerie, sleepwear, blouses,
Lingerie, table linens, bridal, curtains,
handkerchiefs, medical

Technical Specifications
Seam Type 502 MG-2DN-RM
Seam Width 1/32” - 3/32” Narrow Flat Hem [1/32”]
Operating Speed 5500 rpm MicroPurl™ [MG-2DNR-1 Micro]
Stitch Eccentric 14-30 spi Two-thread differential feed
Threads 2 machine with guide in lieu
of cutters producing a very
narrow and delicate edge
Production Setup Options
(priced individually) : Purl [MG-2DNR-1]
• Needle positioner
Applications
• Non-submerged
or submerged table • Metering device Medical, intimate
• Auto presser foot lifter • Chain cutter garment tags
• Pneumatic waste system • Puller

Narrow Flat Hem [MG-2DN-RM]

Shell Stitching
MG-3Q-3 MG-4Q-60
High-Speed Shell Stitching Two-Needle Shell Stitching

Three-thread machine with Similar to the MG-3Q-3,

special gear-driven feed but sews with two needles,
mechanism producing tight allowing for the use of two
a 3/16” six prong shell different colored needle
stitch threads and a 1/4” shell

QSERIES
Applications Applications
Baby blankets, children’s Baby blankets, children’s
wear, shawl collars, women’s wear, shawl collars, women’s
hosiery, bibs, and burp cloths hosiery, bibs, and burp cloths
Technical Specifications
Seam Type 505
Seam Width 3/16” - 1/4”
Operating Speed 5500 rpm
Stitch Eccentric 3-6 shells/inch
Threads 3

Production Setup Options

(priced individually) :
• Non-submerged • Needle positioner
or submerged table • Metering device
• Auto presser foot lifter • Chain cutter
• Pneumatic waste system • Puller

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 Merrow MG-Class
Advanced Design. Premium Build Quality.
MG CLASS

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MG-3DGE-7

Because The Stitch Matters™

Nothing sews like a Merrow. Fitted with our proprietary
barrel cams, the MG-Class features a precise needle throw
and small tolerances, so stitches are tight, uniform, and
beautiful. From production of heavy outerwear to detailed
seaming of netting and mesh, the MG-class delivers the
world’s most versatile overlock stitch.
MG-Class Cams

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 Standard Overlock
MG-3DW-2 MG-3DW-7
Light- to Medium-weight Medium- to Heavy-weight
Overlock Overlock

Similar to the MG-3DW, Seams/edges heavy material

arranged with extra wide with increased looper

MG CLASS
cutters and coarse feeds for extension
thicker fabrics
Application

WSERIES
Application Seaming or edging MEDIUM
Seaming or edging LIGHT to HEAVY woven and knit
to MEDIUM woven and knit fabrics
fabrics
Technical Specifications
Seam Type 504
Seam Width 1/16” - 3/16”
Operating Speed 5500 rpm Light Medium
Stitch Eccentric 4-40 spi
Threads 3

Production Setup Options

(priced individually) :
Medium Heavy
• Non-submerged • Needle positioner
or submerged table • Metering device
• Auto presser foot lifter • Chain cutter
• Pneumatic waste system • Puller

Rolled Overedge

MG-3DR MG-3DRWL
Rolled Overedge [5/32”] Rolled Down Edge [3/32”]

Three-thread, single row Three-thread rolled-down

differential feed machine edging machine with special
producing a rolled edge on presser foot finger and parts
bath and table linens for sewing lightweight fabrics

Applications Applications

R SERIES
Towels, dishcloths, napkins, Women’s sleepwear, lingerie,
washcloths, blankets blouses, sheer curtains

Technical Specifications MG-2DR

Seam Type 503, 505 Folded Down Edge [3/32”]
Seam Width 3/32” - 5/32” Washcloth [MG-3DR]
Two-thread machine with
Operating Speed 5500 rpm special needle plate and
Stitch Eccentric 4-40 spi presser foot finger for folding
Threads 2-3 edges down on light material

Nightgown [MG-3DRWL] Application

Production Setup Options
(priced individually) : Folded edge on lightweight
• Needle positioner curtain material
• Non-submerged
or submerged table • Metering device
• Auto presser foot lifter • Chain cutter
• Pneumatic waste system • Puller
Dishcloth [MG-2DR]

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 Emblem Edging
MG-3U (STANDARD) MG-3UN
Standard Emblem Edge [3/16”] Narrow Emblem Edge [1/16”]

Three-thread, special foot and Similar to the MG-3U with

feed for exceptionally tight and a smaller stitch tongue for
MG CLASS

uniform emblem overedge narrower stitch formation on

smaller patches
Applications
Emblems, badges, patches,

MG-3UW
USERIES
and insignia

Wide Emblem Edge [5/16”]

Sews a wider 5/16”emblem

Technical Specifications edge on larger patches
Seam Type 505
Seam Width 1/16” - 5/16” Narrow
Operating Speed
Stitch Eccentric
5500 rpm
4-40 spi
MG-3UV
Threads 2-6 Hook & Loop Emblem Edge
[3/16”]
Production Setup Options Wide
(priced individually) : • Needle positioner Three-thread machine with
• Non-submerged • Chain cutter specially adapted feed system
or submerged table • Auto presser foot lifter to prevent take-up of hook-
• Pneumatic waste system and-loop-backed patches

MG-3U T NEW thread tension Hook & Loop

release system MG-2U FLAT
Flat Emblem Edge [5/32”]

Two-thread machine, sews a

Flat flat finished edge on patches

Automatic Emblem Edging

Fully-Automatic
Emblem Edging
The emblem edging machine
turns patch production into a
fully automated process. With
its hands-free operation, this
machine automatically feeds,
trims, and counts emblems.
Update your production today!

Applications
Emblems, badges, patches, and
insignia

Automated

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 Technical Heavy Edging
MG-3DE [3/16”] MG-3DE-7 [1/4”]
Heavy Overedge Machine Heavy Overedge Machine

Three-thread machine without Similar to the MG-3DE, but with a

cutters for overedge finish on high lift setup for handling heavy
elastic knit fabric. Can be material

MG CLASS
arranged to fold elastic inserts
within the stitch Applications
Bandages, knee pads, elbow

E SERIES
Applications guards, medical support
Surgical hose, glove cuffs, garments
medical support garments

Technical Specifications
Seam Type 505
Seam Width 3/16”-1/4” Elbow Pad Glove Cuff
Operating Speed 5500 rpm
Stitch Eccentric 4-40 spi
Threads 3

Production Setup Options Girdle Knee Brace

(priced individually) :
• Non-submerged
or submerged table
• Needle positioner
• Metering device MG-4D-G500 [3/16”]
• Auto presser foot lifter • Chain cutter Glove Cuff Edging
• Pneumatic waste system • Puller
Two-needle, four-thread machine
for cuffing heavy gloves. Fourth
thread strengthens seam and
reduces pucker. Glove Cuff

Netting
MG-3DGE-7 Can be fitted with either a
wheel foot or presser foot
for various mesh densities
Seaming of Netting & Mesh

Single needle, three-thread,

single row differential feed
machine for side-seaming
mesh bags. MG-3DRGE-7
available for rolled stitch.

Applications
Laundry bags, athletic
equipment, netting, mesh

G SERIES
Technical Specifications
FLAT MG-3DGE-7
MG-3DGE-7 WF
Wheel Foot

Production Setup Options

(priced individually) :
MG-3DGE-7 FF
Fixed Presser Foot

Seam Type 514 • Non-submerged • Chain cutter

ROLLED MG-3DRGE-7
Seam Width 5/32” or submerged table • Puller
Operating Speed 5500 rpm • Auto presser foot lifter
Stitch Eccentric 4-40 spi • Pneumatic waste system
• Needle positioner
Threads 2
• Metering device

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 Merrow 18-Class
Premium Crochet Stitching
Direct Drive
Available
CROCHET

18CLASS
Technical Specifications
Seam Type Crochet
Seam Width 3/8” - 1/2”
Operating Speed 1000 - 1400 rpm
Stitch Eccentric 4-10 spi
Threads 1 Fleece/Knit Outerwear Fleece/Knit Blankets Bathing Suits
Installation Table Top

Models

18-E 18-G
1/2” Flat Crochet Flat Crochet on Light Material

Produces a 3/8” - 1/2” wide Similar to style 18-E, but fitted

flat crochet stitch adjustable with special parts that allow
from 3 to 8 stitches per inch the 18-G to apply a crochet
edge to light bathing suit
Applications material
Fleece blankets, wool
blankets, knit outerwear Applications
Lightweight blankets and
outerwear

18-A 18-S
1/2” Rolled Crochet 1/2” Mirrored Crochet

Equipped with a folding Similar to style 18-E, but

device that turns the material fitted with special parts that
within the stitch formation create a crochet stitch that is
identical on both sides of the
Applications garment
Fleece blankets, wool
blankets, knit outerwear, felt Applications
boot tops Fleece blankets, wool
blankets, knit outerwear

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 Merrow Training
FREE Factory Training Sessions in Fall River

Become a Merrow machine expert at our Fall River facility with one-on-one sessions
taught by our master technicians, as well as regularly scheduled group trainings. Learn
machine maintenance, threading, and stitching techniques for a variety of materials.

View our training calendar under Events on our facebook page

Merrow Marketing
Tee shirts, stitch books,
additional catalogs,
select banners, graphic assets

Available upon request

Contact sales@merrow.com

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 Merrow 70-Class
The Most Versatile Platform of Industrial Machines for
End-to-End Joining of WOVEN and NON-WOVEN MATERIAL
TEXTILE FINISHING

70-Class cams
Merrow’s 70-Class cams
have been designed to
operate continuously
between 2200 and 5500
rpm, with tight tolerances
to resist heat and wear
while running.

70-D3B-2 LS

5/8” Flat Butted Seam on Denim

Wovens & Non-Wovens

70-CLASS
Technical Specifications
Seam Type 501
Seam Width 5/8”
The Merrow line of 70-Class machines are the simplest,
Operating Speed 2250 rpm
most dependable, and most durable means of joining Stitch Range 4-12 spi
Threads 1
material in a continuous process. Over its near 40-year
existence, the 70-Class has been the platform that textile Production Setup Options
(priced individually) :
finishing facilities rely on when butt seaming material
• Helmsman table • Needle positioner
end-to-end. • Automated railway • Auto presser foot lifter
or semi-auto. railway • Pneumatic waste system

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 70-Class Variations

70-D3B-2
The Standard for

TEXTILE FINISHING
End-to-End Seaming
• Sews a wide (5/8”) and flat,
butted seam
• Simple to implement, operate,
and service
70-D3B-2 • Seams in any environment

Stitch Multiplier
Strength at the Selvages

Non-differential feed
machine fitted with manually
operated lever for doubling
the stitch count instantly
70-Y3B-2
Applications
For added strength at
material selvages

70-D3B-2 ML

Locked Seam Marine Layer (ML) Coating

Permanent Butted Seam
Wet Environment Seaming
Two-Thread, differential
feed machine that sews a New Coating with Twice the Protection!
permanent locked seam
70-D3B-2 LS Added protection for end-to-end machines
Applications
in extreme environments. Coating helps
Napping processes,
geotextiles, fiberglass defend against rust and corrosion caused by
caustic substances used in manufacturing.

All Merrow equipment is now available with

Gapped Seam ML coating to further defend against rust,
5/8” Flat Gap Stitch
corrosion, and wear.

Differential feed machine Available for all 70, 71, 72 class machines
configured to sew a 1/8”
space between ends of Applications Protects Against
joined fabric Bleached, mercenized, Salt
70-D3B-2 G laminated, and Biodegradable dye
Applications treated fabric Hydrogen peroxide
Thicker and non-overlapping Caustic soda
material, seam detection, See more on page 30. Acetic acid
drainage

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 Merrow 71-Class
HIGH SPEED Joining of KNIT FABRIC

71-Class cams have

specially-milled grooves to
seam at 4000 rpm on
knit fabric.
TEXTILE FINISHING

71-1D-7

The needle plates of

71-1D-2 the 71-Class machines
have significantly smaller
Lightweight Knit stitch tongues to prevent
the rolling of material
and create an effective
narrow seam ideal for
circular knits.

70-D3B-2

Medium-Weight Knit
71-1D-7

Knits 71-CLASS
Technical Specifications
The Merrow 71-Class is built for joining knit fabric at high Seam Type 501
speed. Using specially designed cams, the 71-1D-2 and Seam Width 3/8”
Operating Speed 4000 rpm
71-1D-7 will seam a 3/8” stitch at 4000 rpm. Durable Stitch Range 4-20 spi
and reliable in factory settings, 71-Class machines are Threads 1

the best choice for wet and dry high-speed circular knit
Production Setup Options
end-to-end joining. (priced individually) :
• Helmsman table • Needle positioner
• Automated railway • Auto presser foot lifter
or semi-auto railway • Pneumatic waste system

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 71-Class Models

71-1D-2
Dry High-Speed Seaming

Single-needle, one-thread, double-row

feed machine with cutters to join light-
to medium-weight dry knit material.
ML Coating option available for wet
environments.

TEXTILE FINISHING
71-1D-7
Dry, High-Speed, High-Lift Seaming

Single-needle, one-thread, double row

feed machine with cutters to join
medium- to heavy-weight dry knit
material. ML coating option available for
wet environments.

Marine Layer (ML) Coating

Wet Environment Seaming

New Coating with Twice the Protection!

Added protection for 70, 71, 72-class
machines to defend against wear caused
by moisture and caustic substances.
See page 30.

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 Merrow 72-Class
For Joining Difficult Materials
TEXTILE FINISHING

Designed with an extended

feed system

Additional feed dog

helps material pass
across the work surface

Ideal For
72-D3B-2
Stretch nylon
Polyester fleece
Tricot
Jersey knit
Loose knit & wovens
Carpet

Superior Material
Handling 72-CLASS Technical Specifications
Seam Type 501
The 72-Class takes the reliability and toughness of the Seam Width 5/8”
Operating Speed 2250 rpm
70-Class and adds a more robust feed system to Stitch Range 4-20 spi
handle hard-to-join materials. With forward Threads 1

mounted cutters (72-D3B-2) and a specialized device to

Production Setup Options
create rolled seams (72-D3B-2 R), the 72-Class solves the (priced individually) :
• Helmsman table • Needle positioner
most difficult joining challenges. • Automated railway • Auto presser foot lifter
or semi-auto. railway • Pneumatic waste system

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 72-Class Models

72-D3B-2
Joining Difficult Fabrics

Designed with an extended

cutting system and three rows of
feed dogs, the Merrow 72-D3B-2
is ideal for joining difficult knit and
woven piece goods. Available
with Marine Layer Coating

TEXTILE FINISHING
for improved wear and rust
resistance. See page 30.
70-D3B-2 72-D3B-2
Work Plate Work Plate

FLAT The 72-D3B-2

has a larger
needle plate and
additional feed
dogs.

ROLLED
The presser foot
of the 72-D3B-2 is
50% larger than
72-D3B-2 R AVAILABLE the 70-Class.

Marine Layer Coating is available for Merrow 72-Class machines

to protect against caustic substances. Read more on page 30!

72-D3B-2 HP
Joining Extreme High-Pile
Wovens and Non-Wovens

Two-thread differential feed

machine configured with high-
clearance feed and looper throw
to handle extremely thick material
like faux fur, roller nap, and plush
knits. ML Coating option available
for increased durability against
caustic chemicals. See page 30. 72-D3B-2 HP
Work Plate

The 72-D3B-2 HP
72-D3B-2 HP has a larger
needle plate
70-D3B-2 and 6 rows of
feed dogs.

70-D3B-2
The presser foot of
the 72-D3B-2 HP is
ROLLED larger to handle
72-D3B-2 HP
thick materials.

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 Railways
Large-Format Material Handling for End-to-End Seaming

Use With
70 class
71 class
72 class
RAILWAYS

Wovens
Non-wovens
Knits

Automated
Accomodates up to
30 ft/9 m width

A railway system completely automates production, providing straighter and faster end-to-end
seaming.The belts, pulleys, clutches, rack gear, and carriage wheels of older machines have
been eliminated for simplified maintenance, saving time, material, and money.

Features Add-Ons
Positive Carriage and Head Drive to Automatic stitch multiplier control
maintain feed rate Fully-Enclosed, Fan-Cooled Motor
AC Variable Speed Drive to change Automatic Air Clamp
stitch or stitch multiplier easily
Tek-Matic Waste Remover
Choice of selvage clamps or pins
Foot-Operated Truck Locks
Swing-out for looper adjustments

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Merrow Marine Layer (ML) Coating
Protection for Merrow Equipment
Marine Layer Coating protects
Merrow machines from
hazardous chemicals, further
extending their lifespan. This
revolutionary coating for

MARINE LAYER COATING

industrial machines adds a
second layer of protection that
prevents caustic chemicals
from penetrating interior
layers. Engineered with the
same technology used in
industrial boat manufacturing,
this coating is designed for
extreme environments.

Protects Against
Caustic soda
Biodegradable dye
Salt
Hydrogen peroxide
Acetic acid

Ideal For
Dyehouses
Finishing plants
Above: 70-D3B-2 with ML Coating,
Textile processors
Helmsman Table with ML Coating,
Pneumatic Air Motor
Use With
This ensemble runs smoothly, quietly, and requires 70 class
no electricity. All three products are approved for wet 71 class
environments, resisting wear and rust for years. 72 class

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 Genuine Merrow Spare Parts
The ONLY Way to Ensure Flawless, Lasting Operation

Needle Plates Needle Carriers

• 105 Variations available • Deliver 92 machine strokes
• Hand-polished stitch per second without
tongues bearings
• .003 tolerance between • Designed in tandem
plate and machine with Needle Carrier Links
and Merrow Needles for
flawless stitching

Loopers Looper Carriers

GENUINE PARTS

• Manufactured and • Allow perfect timing

tempered for bending between intersection of
Merrow machines require loopers and needles
looper bending • .016 margin between
• Hand-filed carrier and cams
• Designed in sets for high • Machined from high-
precision between upper chromium steel
and lower pairs

Feed Dogs Cutters

• Over 200 types available • 65 Different styles available
• Coarse, fine, rubber • Wide, narrow, carbide,
• Single or double row serrated
• Accommodate various • Machined with heat-
fabric weights and treated, high-carbon steel
characteristics • Longer-lasting, more
precise cutting

Eccentrics
• Forged from high-
chromium bar stock Each and every part on a Merrow
• Durable enough to machine is replaceable. We have over
operate at 5500 rpm
without error 2,000,000 parts in stock to ensure that
• Allow adjustment from your Merrow machine lasts a lifetime.
2-100 spi

Merrow Warranty
All new Merrow machines carry a 10-year warranty, though they
are expected to run for decades with routine care.

• 1-Year standard limited warranty for all sewing machines for manufacturing, assembly defects
• 10-Year limited warranty on sewing machine frames and internal cams

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 Merrow Needles
Premier Needles for Overlock Machines

000D
7SDT

6SDT

5SDT

4SDT

3SDT

2SDT

1SDT
8SDT

00D
0D

GENUINE PARTS
8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 00 000
Merrow
Size

Millimeters 150 130 120 110 100 90 80 70 65 60 55

Titanium
Coating
Available

KOOLTORR®
Coating
Available
Variations in
Point, Blade,
and Eye
Available

High-Grade Material Exacting Fabrication Specialized Coatings

High-grade,
tempered carbon
steel and chrome
plating maximize
warp resistance
and reduce r°
breakage. TITANIUM plating reduces
y

friction, making it resistant to

x intergranular corrosion from
high temperatures.
All Merrow needles are engineered
to within one one-thousandth of
an inch, and strict quality control
measures during manufacture ensure
that each needle is made to the
same exacting standard. KOOLTORR® coating resists
high thermal gradients
and oxidation, preventing
embrittlement and
fracturing.

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 Merrow Factory Service
The Best Way to Maintain Your Merrow

How it Works What You Receive

1 Contact Merrow to Request Service FREE

Email service@merrow.com or call +01 508-689-4095. Shipping in the US

Ship Your Machine to the Merrow Factory COST INCLUDES

2 New loopers, cutters,
We provide certified-safe packaging and you send your needles
machine with the included prepaid shipping label.
FACTORY SERVICE

EXPERT
3 We Inspect Your Machine Thoroughly Diagnosis and repair
Your machine is disassembled, cleaned, and evaluated by our by Merrow technicians
technicians. Any damaged parts are tagged for replacement.

4 We Repair and Test-Run Your Machine

Your machine is reassembled with brand-new loopers,
cutters, needles, and any other necessary parts.

5 We Promptly Return Your Machine

After ensuring your machine works perfectly, we repackage
and send it back, ready for production.

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Turnkey Design & Development
Concept to Production-Ready Soft Goods
Apparel, Industrial, and Medical Garments
At Merrow’s 300,000 square foot, six-acre campus in Fall River, MA, you get a full-service,
concept-to-production experience. Over two hundred technical stitchers and a team of
expert soft good designers develop and build apparel, medical, and industrial products.
Comprehensive project management assures quality, expediency, and predictability in your
production process. Choose full package domestic production or
à-la-carte design and development services.

TURNKEY DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT

Call +01 508-689-4095 Email design@merrow.com

Features Supports Technical Production Including

Full-package design, development, Merrow Activeseam®
and production based in the USA Flatlock
Strong, Berry-compliant supply chain Coverstitching
Bar tacking
Location Automated Mitsubishi sewing
3 hours from New York, NY Automated Lectra® cutting and more.
1 hour from Boston, MA
20 minutes from Providence, RI Over 1,500 sewing machines available

Applications Include (but are not limited to)

Medical compression Plate carriers
Lingerie Soft and hard-shell jackets
ActiveSeam®-certified Bras
prototyping and production Next-to-skin Products
(Base layer, shapewear, yoga apparel)

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