Elizabeth Machines Co. is a family-owned and operated company dedicated to Australia's broad textile-related industries. Whether you need industrial sewing machines for clothing, curtains, furniture, pet products, tarps or grain storage, fabric cutting machines, or thermoplastic welding machines for mining, filtration, pool liners and more we are specialists with over 60 years of hands-on industry experience.

Elizabeth Machines Co. began in Elizabeth Street, Melbourne in 1960. Now a proud third-generation family business, we serve an extremely diverse customer base of Australian manufacturers, tradespeople, and home-based operators, supported by around 40 dedicated team members across our national network.

At Elizabeth Machines we sell a wide range of specialised production equipment across sewing, embroidery, cutting, welding, and pattern-making. Our range includes:

• Juki, Siruba, Seiko and Union Special industrial and heavy-weight industrial sewing machines, including automatic single needle, walking foot, and compound feed models
• Melco Bravo, EMT16X and Summit commercial embroidery machines
• StyleCAD computerised pattern-making and digitising systems
• Miller Weldmaster industrial welding machines for banners, flags and technical textiles
• Machine accessories and spare parts for a wide range of models

Elizabeth Machines Co. has one of the largest national footprints in the Australian industrial sewing machine industry, with fully staffed showrooms across four states:

• Melbourne (Head Office / Showroom): 876 Lorimer Street, Port Melbourne VIC 3207
• Sydney: Unit D, 75–77 St Hilliers Road, Auburn NSW 2144
• Adelaide: 167B Richmond Road, Richmond SA 5033
• Brisbane: 19/17 Cairns Street, Loganholme QLD 4129

We also provide service and support coverage in Western Australia and Tasmania through our trusted independent support partners, ensuring customers across Australia receive the same high-quality assistance.

Yes, we strongly encourage customers to visit our showrooms and demo machines before purchasing, especially when buying industrial equipment for the first time. Hands-on testing with your own materials gives you confidence that the machine performs exactly as needed for your application.

We do ask that demos are arranged in advance so our team can confirm stock availability and prepare the right machine for your specific use. When you visit, please bring along your materials and thread samples for the most accurate demonstration.

Our staff have deep industry knowledge and can quickly determine which machine best suits your needs often saving buyers time, money, and costly trial-and-error.

Yes, absolutely. With such a diverse range of machines and applications, we serve manufacturing businesses and home-based operators right across Australia in major cities and regional areas alike. Our four company branches in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and Adelaide provide a strong advantage, and we also work with independent support partners in other territories including Western Australia and Tasmania.

• Trust: A supply partner you can rely on for the lifetime of your machine.
• Experience: Decades of industry know-how to help you choose right and grow.
• Team: Around 40 staff across Australia, the largest team in the industry.
• Brands: Sole authorised Australian distributor for Juki, Siruba, Union Special, Melco, Miller Weldmaster and more genuine products, genuine factory support.
• Reach: Showrooms in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Adelaide with service coverage nationwide.
• Warranty: Industry-leading warranty terms backed by authorised factory support no other supplier can match it.

Servicing frequency depends on how heavily you use the machine, the type of materials you process, and the specific model. Heavy-duty environments, thick or technical materials, and daily production use all require more frequent industrial sewing machine servicing than light or occasional sewing.

We recommend following a regular preventative maintenance schedule. Industrial sewing, welding, embroidery, ironing, and cutting machines all contain moving parts that naturally wear over time. Routine servicing keeps your machine running at peak efficiency, maintains stitch or weld quality, catches small issues early, and helps prevent costly breakdowns and production downtime.

Contact our team and we can advise the ideal servicing routine based on your specific machine and workload.

Yes. With qualified technicians at every branch, our team regularly travels to regional areas to take care of our customers. We won't sell a machine we can't support wherever you are in Australia.

If your machine stops working, the first step is to check the basics as outlined in your machine's operating instructions. Common things to check include:

• Thread path ensure the machine is correctly threaded top and bottom
• Needle check for breakage, bending, or incorrect installation
• Bobbin confirm it is correctly seated and wound
• Power and foot pedal connections
• Any visible error codes or indicator lights (refer to your machine sticker or manual)

If the issue is not resolved after checking the basics, please call us and our Service Coordinators will guide the next steps which may include a visit from one of our qualified technicians.

Yes. After-sales support is a key pillar of what makes Elizabeth Machines Co. the clear choice. We have many qualified technicians across all four branches and are actively recruiting more to ensure our customers are taken care of now and into the future. Whether you need routine industrial sewing machine maintenance or urgent repairs, we are here to help. We won't sell it if we can't support it.

Yes, in most cases we do. However, there are some particular machine types we may decline to service, and service rates can vary depending on machine type and where it was sourced. Contact your nearest branch and we can advise based on your specific machine.

We offer both. Our technicians spend approximately 70% of their time visiting customer sites because moving large industrial machines can be complex, we prefer to make it easy for customers by being mobile. For more portable machines, in-workshop servicing is also available at any of our four branches in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and Adelaide.

Yes. Depending on your specific needs, both our Sales and Technical Teams can provide guidance on the proper and safe operation of machines. Training is also available when a new machine is delivered see the Support & Training section below for more detail.

Absolutely. With more than 60 years of industry experience, Elizabeth Machines Co. is uniquely positioned to help customers select the industrial sewing machine that best suits their application. Our team understands the full landscape of machine options across garment manufacturing, upholstery, canvas, embroidery, welding, pattern making, and more.

We take a consultative approach rather than a one-off sales mentality. By asking a few key questions about your materials, workflow, and production goals, our specialists can quickly narrow down the ideal machine and provide guidance you can rely on for the long term.

Yes. The majority of our customers use machines in a commercial production setting, and our range is specifically designed for that purpose. From daily production sewing to heavy-duty industrial applications involving leather, canvas, PVC, and technical textiles our Sales Team can guide you to the right brand and model for your production requirements.

With long-standing relationships with the world's leading manufacturers, we offer a broad range of industrial sewing machine brands including:

• Juki, Siruba, Union Special, Seiko - industry-leading sewing machines
• Melco, Brother - commercial embroidery machines
• Miller Weldmaster - industrial welding machines
• Eisenkolb, Newlong, JIN, Sakura Stitch, Jack, Tony and many more

As the sole authorised Australian distributor for many of these brands, we provide genuine products and genuine factory support.

Yes. Our customers range from individual designers and home-based sewers through to Australia's largest manufacturers. Whatever your scale, our Sales Team will find the right solution for your needs and budget.

We offer almost every variation of industrial sewing machine for countless applications. Our range includes:

• Single needle industrial straight stitch machines
• Overlockers (sergers)
• Coverstitch machines
• Heavy-duty walking foot and compound feed machines
• Long arm and cylinder arm machines
• Carpet edging machines
• Zig-zag, buttonhole and button sewer machines
• And many more specialist and application-specific models

Regular sewing machines use a "drop feed" system a lower feed mechanism that transports the material through the machine from below. A walking foot machine includes both a lower feed and a split set of upper feeds (presser feet) that are synchronised to move together, providing significantly increased material transportation power.

In our experience working with Australian manufacturers over 60+ years, walking foot machines are one of the most common upgrade paths for customers moving into leather, canvas, vinyl, upholstery, and heavy-duty multi-layer applications wherever a standard drop feed struggles to feed material consistently.

For leather, PVC, webbing, and other thick or technical materials, we recommend compound feed walking foot machines. Unlike standard drop-feed machines, compound feed models use a triple-feed system combining a lower feed, an upper walking foot, and a needle feed to ensure material moves consistently through even the most challenging layers without slipping or bunching.

We carry a broad range of flat bed and specialist cylinder arm models specifically designed for leather and heavy-duty applications across upholstery, footwear, and industrial goods manufacturing. Our Sales Team can recommend the right model based on your specific material thickness, stitch requirements, and production volume.

Elizabeth Machines Co. proudly supplies the Melco Bravo, EMT16X, and Summit commercial embroidery machines, each designed to suit different levels of production and business growth:

• Melco Bravo: Ideal for start-ups, home-based operators, and small studios wanting an affordable entry into commercial embroidery. Perfect for decorators working with apparel or caps.
• EMT16X: Suited to growing embroidery businesses that need higher output, the flexibility to scale, and the reliability required for steady daily commercial production.
• Summit: A versatile top-end option delivering advanced automation for both high-volume operations and retailers or small businesses producing custom one-off jobs.

Domestic sewing machines are designed for light, occasional home use typically on lightweight fabrics like cotton and knits and are built with plastic components and modest motors. Industrial sewing machines are engineered for continuous production use, featuring all-metal construction, high-speed motors, and purpose-built feeding systems.

Industrial machines sew faster, handle a far wider range of materials including leather, canvas, PVC, and technical textiles, and are built to operate reliably for decades in a production environment. If you are sewing professionally, handling heavy materials, or running any level of production volume, an industrial sewing machine is the right investment.

A well-maintained industrial sewing machine can last 20 to 30 years or more. Machines from leading brands like Juki, Union Special, and Seiko are engineered for long-term production use, and with regular preventative servicing, genuine spare parts, and correct operator care, they will continue performing reliably for decades.

The key factors affecting machine longevity are the intensity of daily use, the materials being processed, and how consistently the machine is serviced. Our technicians can advise on the ideal maintenance schedule for your specific model and workload.

While pre-owned machines are not our primary focus, we do deal in second-hand machines from time to time including customer trade-ins when upgrading or updating equipment. Occasional buy-backs for older equipment on selected models are also available if your circumstances change and you have a redundant machine to dispose of. Speak to our Sales Team for current availability.

We would love to receive your enquiry via phone, email, or our online enquiry form. Our experienced Sales Team will always ask about your specific needs and applications to help guide you to the right model selection before preparing your quote.

While we have pricing for all our equipment models, we always tailor quotes to each customer's specific needs. It is always worth discussing your requirements with our team so we can build the most appropriate quote for your application, volume, and any accessories or bundles required.

Yes. Many customers bundle machines with accessories and attachments to get the maximum benefit from their equipment from day one. Speak to our Sales Team about what bundling options are available for your chosen machine and application.

While we do not offer finance products directly, we have a number of trusted finance contacts that our customers have recommended to us over many years. If you would like to be connected with a finance contact for more information, please let our Sales Team know when requesting your quote.

Delivery time can vary depending on stock availability, your location, and our current delivery and installation schedule. Some machines are ready to ship immediately from our warehouses, while others may require allocation from incoming stock.

The best way to get an accurate delivery timeframe is to speak directly with our team, who can check live availability and advise when your machine can be dispatched or installed. We always do our best to deliver equipment promptly and ensure everything arrives safely and ready for use.

Yes. When your new machine is delivered, our technicians or product experts will provide operator training for you and your staff. Training covers:

• The machine's key features and functions
• How to set up, operate, and adjust the machine correctly
• Best-practice usage to ensure safety, efficiency, and long-term performance

Our goal is to make sure every operator feels confident using their new industrial sewing machine from day one. If you require additional or ongoing training, our team can arrange that as well.

We have a broad range of industrial sewing machines suited to upholstery, furniture, and marine trimming applications, including:

• Single and twin needle walking foot compound feed machines
• Post bed and cylinder arm machines for 3D products
• Overlock machines for edge finishing
• Binding, piping, and top-stitching machines
• Fabric cutting and specialist automation machines

Speak to one of our Sales Team members to discuss your specific goals and materials we will guide you to the right solution.

Leather and heavy-duty materials are best processed with compound feed walking foot machines. This triple-feed system combining a lower feed, an upper walking foot, and a needle feed transports even the most demanding materials reliably to ensure consistent stitch length throughout.

We carry a wide variety of flat bed and specialist cylinder arm machines suited to leather, webbing, PVC, canvas, and more. Our range covers everything from small leather goods through to heavy industrial applications.

Automotive trimming and canvas work typically require a range of heavy-duty and medium-duty industrial sewing machines. We also commonly supply machines with a larger working space to assist with material handling of large products like sails, tarps, and automotive panels.

Our Sales Team is ready to answer your questions and guide you to the right machine for your specific automotive or canvas application.

Yes. Elizabeth Machines Co. supplies spare parts for all the brands we carry, including Juki, Union Special, Seiko, Siruba, Kingmax, Pegasus, Kansai Special, and many more. We also provide spare parts for a wide range of additional brands we support, even where we don't sell their machines directly.

If a part you need isn't currently in stock, our team places regular orders with our global supplier network and can source it for you quickly. Contact your nearest branch in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, or Adelaide and our team will assist.

Yes. With over 65 years of history servicing Australian manufacturers, we hold a large inventory of spare parts for older machines and have direct access to our overseas suppliers for additional stock. Please contact our Spare Parts department or visit our website and have your machine make and model handy when calling.

We stock a huge variety of machine accessories including:

• Assorted presser feet for specific applications and processes
• Machine lights and thread stands
• Bobbin winders and hemming guides
• Binding folders for a wide range of binding widths
• Driven fabric pullers for heavy or difficult materials
• And much more

Our experienced Spare Parts Team can provide guidance on compatibility please contact us with your machine make, model, and the part you are looking for and we will confirm the correct item for you.

We stock over 40,000 different items and aim to hold commonly required parts for all machines we support. If a specific item is not available from stock, our team will source it from our trusted global suppliers as quickly as possible.

Yes. Elizabeth Machines Co. offers the best industrial sewing machine warranty terms in Australia and is the only supplier that can provide authorised, genuine factory warranty on Juki, Siruba, Union Special, Melco, Miller Weldmaster, and Eisenkolb because we are the sole authorised Australian distributor for these brands. That means genuine products, genuine factory support, and genuine peace of mind.

Please check our full warranty terms on our website or speak with our team for any questions.

We offer comprehensive warranty support across all channels:

• Phone support
• Remote video support
• In-house workshop warranty work
• On-site warranty service at your premises

Whatever the issue, our team will find the fastest and most convenient way to get your machine back in production.

The first step is to ensure the machine is safe to inspect, then follow the basic troubleshooting instructions provided with your machine. If the issue is not resolved, call us and our Service Coordinators will guide the next steps which may include a visit from one of our qualified technicians.

Of course. We see after-sales support as a key pillar of our business and a core reason why Elizabeth Machines Co. is the clear choice for Australian manufacturers. We encourage our customers to place high value on the after-sales support we can provide today and long into the future from spare parts and servicing through to technical advice and operator training.

Yes. We are proud to work with some of Australia's largest manufacturers across the country and value these long-term partnerships. Whether you operate one machine or a full production floor, Elizabeth Machines is equipped to supply, service, and support your operation at scale.

Yes. As Australia's largest industrial sewing machine supplier, we are well-positioned to support business expansions, new fit-outs, and fleet upgrades. Speak to our Sales Team about your project and we will help you plan the right machine mix for your production requirements.

Yes. We offer tailored service plans for business customers, including access to leading asset management software to track and report on your serviced equipment. Speak to our team to find out what service plan options are available for your machine portfolio.

The most important thing is to lean on a supply partner who can ensure you are choosing the right machine for your application. Before committing, consider:

• Is the supplier able to give you genuine expert advice for your specific materials and workflow?
• Are they the authorised distributor for the brands they are quoting you?
• Can they support you with responsive industrial sewing machine servicing for the lifetime of the machine?
• Do they offer easy access to technical advice and spare parts in Australia?
• Do they have a showroom where you can demo the machine with your own materials?

Elizabeth Machines Co. ticks all of these boxes and has done so for Australian businesses since 1960.

The best starting point is a conversation with our team. We will ask about your materials, typical production volume, the specific processes involved, and your budget and from there we can narrow down the right machine quickly. We have guided thousands of Australian businesses to the right equipment across garment manufacturing, upholstery, leather goods, canvas, marine, automotive, and more.

With over 60 years of experience and one of the broadest ranges of industrial sewing, embroidery, welding, and cutting machines in Australia, we are uniquely placed to match your business with the right equipment. We strongly encourage customers to visit one of our showrooms in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, or Adelaide and demo machines using their own materials it is the most reliable way to confirm the right fit before purchasing.