--- title: Service Thread Blog | Dane Hatcher description: Sewing Solutions Manager --- ![image-png](https://www.servicethread.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png.png?width=157&name=image-png.png) ## [ISO 9001:2015 Standard Registered](https://www.servicethread.com/hubfs/ISO%209001%20Certificate%20effective%20September%202025.pdf) ## [![Blog Header](https://www.servicethread.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Servicethread/bg_blog_header.png?width=594&name=bg_blog_header.png) We never stop learning, or sharing what we’ve learned!](https://www.servicethread.com/blog) # Posts by Dane Hatcher [![](https://www.servicethread.com/hubfs/Title%20Slide%20Service%20Thread%20Needle%20Head%20V01A%20(1).jpg) ](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/troubleshooting-series-quick-tip-needle-heat) ## [Troubleshooting Series Quick Tip: Needle Heat](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/troubleshooting-series-quick-tip-needle-heat) - By [Dane Hatcher](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/author/dane-hatcher) - 02/07/23 - [Industrial Thread](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/topic/industrial-thread), [Industrial Sewing](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/topic/industrial-sewing), [Troubleshooting](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/topic/troubleshooting), [Class 7 Sewing Machines](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/topic/class-7-sewing-machines) - [0 Comments](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/troubleshooting-series-quick-tip-needle-heat#comments-listing) When sewing, is your needle heating up and causing damage to your thread or material, compromising the strength of your seams?  [Read more](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/troubleshooting-series-quick-tip-needle-heat) - By [Dane Hatcher](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/author/dane-hatcher) - 05/11/21 - [0 Comments](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/service-class-7-troubleshooting-series-cleaning-a-class-7-style-sewing-machine#comments-listing) ## [Service Class 7 Troubleshooting Series: Cleaning a Class 7 Style Sewing Machine](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/service-class-7-troubleshooting-series-cleaning-a-class-7-style-sewing-machine) [![](https://www.servicethread.com/hubfs/service-class-7.png) ](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/service-class-7-troubleshooting-series-cleaning-a-class-7-style-sewing-machine) Your Class 7 Style sewing machine is an asset to your operations; one that needs careful maintenance to keep it in proper working order. [Read more](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/service-class-7-troubleshooting-series-cleaning-a-class-7-style-sewing-machine) - By [Dane Hatcher](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/author/dane-hatcher) - 03/16/21 - [0 Comments](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/intro-to-sewing-industrial-webbing#comments-listing) ## [Intro to Sewing Industrial Webbing](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/intro-to-sewing-industrial-webbing) [![](https://www.servicethread.com/hubfs/Video%20Thumbnails/SERVICE%20THREAD%20Intro%20to%20Sewing%20Industrial%20Webbing%20STILL.png) ](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/intro-to-sewing-industrial-webbing) Do you know that the motor of an industrial sewing machine can store energy? [Read more](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/intro-to-sewing-industrial-webbing) - By [Dane Hatcher](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/author/dane-hatcher) - 03/12/21 - [0 Comments](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/troubleshooting-series-quick-tip-industrial-sewing-tension#comments-listing) ## [Troubleshooting Series Quick Tip: Industrial Sewing Tension](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/troubleshooting-series-quick-tip-industrial-sewing-tension) [![](https://www.servicethread.com/hubfs/SERVICE%20THREAD%20Quick%20tip%20-%20Industrial%20Sewing%20Tension%20STILL.png) ](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/troubleshooting-series-quick-tip-industrial-sewing-tension) If an industrial sewing machine operator is sewing with excessive tension, it can literally stretch the thread as it’s being sewn and weaken the seam, which compromises the integrity of the product that’s being sewn. [Read more](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/troubleshooting-series-quick-tip-industrial-sewing-tension) - By [Dane Hatcher](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/author/dane-hatcher) - 03/09/21 - [0 Comments](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/oiling-a-class-7-sewing-machine#comments-listing) ## [Oiling a Class 7 Sewing Machine](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/oiling-a-class-7-sewing-machine) [![](https://www.servicethread.com/hubfs/custom-video-thumbnails/Oiling%20a%20Class%207%20Sewing%20Machine%20Title-1.png) ](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/oiling-a-class-7-sewing-machine) If you are breaking in a brand new Class 7 sewing machine, it’s important to oil it correctly while it is still new, during your first months of use. Otherwise, the machine will lock up and stop working properly. [Read more](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/oiling-a-class-7-sewing-machine) - By [Dane Hatcher](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/author/dane-hatcher) - 01/04/21 - [0 Comments](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/winding-bobbins-vs.-using-pre-wound-bobbins-for-industrial-sewing#comments-listing) ## [Winding Bobbins vs. Using Pre-wound Bobbins for Heavy Duty Sewing Applications](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/winding-bobbins-vs.-using-pre-wound-bobbins-for-industrial-sewing) [![](https://www.servicethread.com/hubfs/custom-video-thumbnails/Winding%20Bobbins%20vs%20Using%20Pre-Wound%20Bobbins%20for%20Industrial%20Sewing-Title%20Slide.png) ](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/winding-bobbins-vs.-using-pre-wound-bobbins-for-industrial-sewing) Are you wondering whether its more beneficial for you to wind your own bobbins in-house or purchase pre-wound bobbins from a thread manufacturer? [Read more](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/winding-bobbins-vs.-using-pre-wound-bobbins-for-industrial-sewing) - By [Dane Hatcher](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/author/dane-hatcher) - 10/23/20 - [0 Comments](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/trouble-shooting-series-how-to-check-industrial-sewing-thread#comments-listing) ## [Troubleshooting Series - How to Check Industrial Sewing Thread](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/trouble-shooting-series-how-to-check-industrial-sewing-thread) [![](https://www.servicethread.com/hubfs/custom-video-thumbnails/Service%20Therad%20-%20How%20to%20Check%20Industrial%20Sewing%20Thread-thumb.jpeg) ](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/trouble-shooting-series-how-to-check-industrial-sewing-thread) Checking your sewing thread regularly is the best way to prevent wearing and shedding that can harm your sewing process. In this video, Service Thread Sewing Sales and Tech Support Manager Dane Hatcher demonstrates how to check your thread for UV damage, look for bond separation, examine the twist level, check the bobbin tack, and make sure you have enough lube in the top thread. [Read more](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/trouble-shooting-series-how-to-check-industrial-sewing-thread) - By [Dane Hatcher](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/author/dane-hatcher) - 09/15/20 - [0 Comments](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/guide-to-determining-sewing-speed-without-specialized-tools#comments-listing) ## [A Guide to Determining Sewing Speed Without Specialized Tools](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/guide-to-determining-sewing-speed-without-specialized-tools) [![](https://www.servicethread.com/hubfs/Class%207%20Heavy%20Duty%20Sewing%20Machine.jpg) ](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/guide-to-determining-sewing-speed-without-specialized-tools) You can determine sewing speed without using any type of specialized tools. Simply follow the steps outlined below. [Read more](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/guide-to-determining-sewing-speed-without-specialized-tools) - By [Dane Hatcher](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/author/dane-hatcher) - 08/28/20 - [0 Comments](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/trouble-shooting-series-setting-tension#comments-listing) ## [Troubleshooting Series - Industrial Sewing Tension Setting Tutorial](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/trouble-shooting-series-setting-tension) If your machine’s tension is wrong, you’ll deal with thread shedding, pulling, and breakage, plus poor stitch quality. In this video from our troubleshooting series, Service Thread Sewing Sales and Tech Support Manager Dane Hatcher demonstrates how to adjust your bobbin tension, how to avoid common mistakes, and how to know when the tension is just right. [Read more](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/trouble-shooting-series-setting-tension) - By [Dane Hatcher](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/author/dane-hatcher) - 08/21/20 - [0 Comments](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/trouble-shooting-series-shuttle-maintenance#comments-listing) ## [Troubleshooting Series - Industrial Sewing Shuttle Maintenance Tutorial](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/trouble-shooting-series-shuttle-maintenance) Do you have lint or lubrication buildup in your industrial sewing machine’s shuttle? In this video, Service Thread Sewing Sales and Tech Support Manager Dane Hatcher demonstrates how to remove the shuttle and shuttle race, then perform a quick examination and cleaning routine that ensures your machine is in good working order. [Read more](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/trouble-shooting-series-shuttle-maintenance) [All posts](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/all) [Next](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/author/dane-hatcher/page/2) ## Dane Hatcher ![](https://www.servicethread.com/hubfs/Servicethread/DHatcher.jpg) Sewing Solutions Manager Find me on: ### Recent Posts [![](https://www.servicethread.com/hubfs/Title%20Slide%20Service%20Thread%20Needle%20Head%20V01A%20(1).jpg) ](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/troubleshooting-series-quick-tip-needle-heat) ## [Troubleshooting Series Quick Tip: Needle Heat](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/troubleshooting-series-quick-tip-needle-heat) - By [Dane Hatcher](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/author/dane-hatcher) - 02/07/23 - [Industrial Thread](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/topic/industrial-thread), [Industrial Sewing](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/topic/industrial-sewing), [Troubleshooting](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/topic/troubleshooting), [Class 7 Sewing Machines](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/topic/class-7-sewing-machines) - [0 Comments](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/troubleshooting-series-quick-tip-needle-heat#comments-listing) When sewing, is your needle heating up and causing damage to your thread or material, compromising the strength of your seams?  [Read more](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/troubleshooting-series-quick-tip-needle-heat) # Older Posts ## [Service Class 7 Troubleshooting Series: Cleaning a Class 7 Style Sewing Machine](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/service-class-7-troubleshooting-series-cleaning-a-class-7-style-sewing-machine) - By [Dane Hatcher](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/author/dane-hatcher) - 05/11/21 - [0 Comments](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/service-class-7-troubleshooting-series-cleaning-a-class-7-style-sewing-machine#comments-listing) [![](https://www.servicethread.com/hubfs/service-class-7.png) ](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/service-class-7-troubleshooting-series-cleaning-a-class-7-style-sewing-machine) Your Class 7 Style sewing machine is an asset to your operations; one that needs careful maintenance to keep it in proper working order. [Read more](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/service-class-7-troubleshooting-series-cleaning-a-class-7-style-sewing-machine) ## [Intro to Sewing Industrial Webbing](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/intro-to-sewing-industrial-webbing) - By [Dane Hatcher](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/author/dane-hatcher) - 03/16/21 - [0 Comments](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/intro-to-sewing-industrial-webbing#comments-listing) [![](https://www.servicethread.com/hubfs/Video%20Thumbnails/SERVICE%20THREAD%20Intro%20to%20Sewing%20Industrial%20Webbing%20STILL.png) ](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/intro-to-sewing-industrial-webbing) Do you know that the motor of an industrial sewing machine can store energy? [Read more](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/intro-to-sewing-industrial-webbing) ## [Troubleshooting Series Quick Tip: Industrial Sewing Tension](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/troubleshooting-series-quick-tip-industrial-sewing-tension) - By [Dane Hatcher](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/author/dane-hatcher) - 03/12/21 - [0 Comments](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/troubleshooting-series-quick-tip-industrial-sewing-tension#comments-listing) [![](https://www.servicethread.com/hubfs/SERVICE%20THREAD%20Quick%20tip%20-%20Industrial%20Sewing%20Tension%20STILL.png) ](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/troubleshooting-series-quick-tip-industrial-sewing-tension) If an industrial sewing machine operator is sewing with excessive tension, it can literally stretch the thread as it’s being sewn and weaken the seam, which compromises the integrity of the product that’s being sewn. [Read more](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/troubleshooting-series-quick-tip-industrial-sewing-tension) ## [Oiling a Class 7 Sewing Machine](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/oiling-a-class-7-sewing-machine) - By [Dane Hatcher](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/author/dane-hatcher) - 03/09/21 - [0 Comments](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/oiling-a-class-7-sewing-machine#comments-listing) [![](https://www.servicethread.com/hubfs/custom-video-thumbnails/Oiling%20a%20Class%207%20Sewing%20Machine%20Title-1.png) ](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/oiling-a-class-7-sewing-machine) If you are breaking in a brand new Class 7 sewing machine, it’s important to oil it correctly while it is still new, during your first months of use. Otherwise, the machine will lock up and stop working properly. [Read more](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/oiling-a-class-7-sewing-machine) ## [Winding Bobbins vs. Using Pre-wound Bobbins for Heavy Duty Sewing Applications](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/winding-bobbins-vs.-using-pre-wound-bobbins-for-industrial-sewing) - By [Dane Hatcher](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/author/dane-hatcher) - 01/04/21 - [0 Comments](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/winding-bobbins-vs.-using-pre-wound-bobbins-for-industrial-sewing#comments-listing) [![](https://www.servicethread.com/hubfs/custom-video-thumbnails/Winding%20Bobbins%20vs%20Using%20Pre-Wound%20Bobbins%20for%20Industrial%20Sewing-Title%20Slide.png) ](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/winding-bobbins-vs.-using-pre-wound-bobbins-for-industrial-sewing) Are you wondering whether its more beneficial for you to wind your own bobbins in-house or purchase pre-wound bobbins from a thread manufacturer? [Read more](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/winding-bobbins-vs.-using-pre-wound-bobbins-for-industrial-sewing) ## [Troubleshooting Series - How to Check Industrial Sewing Thread](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/trouble-shooting-series-how-to-check-industrial-sewing-thread) - By [Dane Hatcher](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/author/dane-hatcher) - 10/23/20 - [0 Comments](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/trouble-shooting-series-how-to-check-industrial-sewing-thread#comments-listing) [![](https://www.servicethread.com/hubfs/custom-video-thumbnails/Service%20Therad%20-%20How%20to%20Check%20Industrial%20Sewing%20Thread-thumb.jpeg) ](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/trouble-shooting-series-how-to-check-industrial-sewing-thread) Checking your sewing thread regularly is the best way to prevent wearing and shedding that can harm your sewing process. In this video, Service Thread Sewing Sales and Tech Support Manager Dane Hatcher demonstrates how to check your thread for UV damage, look for bond separation, examine the twist level, check the bobbin tack, and make sure you have enough lube in the top thread. [Read more](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/trouble-shooting-series-how-to-check-industrial-sewing-thread) ## [A Guide to Determining Sewing Speed Without Specialized Tools](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/guide-to-determining-sewing-speed-without-specialized-tools) - By [Dane Hatcher](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/author/dane-hatcher) - 09/15/20 - [0 Comments](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/guide-to-determining-sewing-speed-without-specialized-tools#comments-listing) [![](https://www.servicethread.com/hubfs/Class%207%20Heavy%20Duty%20Sewing%20Machine.jpg) ](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/guide-to-determining-sewing-speed-without-specialized-tools) You can determine sewing speed without using any type of specialized tools. Simply follow the steps outlined below. [Read more](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/guide-to-determining-sewing-speed-without-specialized-tools) ## [Troubleshooting Series - Industrial Sewing Tension Setting Tutorial](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/trouble-shooting-series-setting-tension) - By [Dane Hatcher](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/author/dane-hatcher) - 08/28/20 - [0 Comments](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/trouble-shooting-series-setting-tension#comments-listing) If your machine’s tension is wrong, you’ll deal with thread shedding, pulling, and breakage, plus poor stitch quality. In this video from our troubleshooting series, Service Thread Sewing Sales and Tech Support Manager Dane Hatcher demonstrates how to adjust your bobbin tension, how to avoid common mistakes, and how to know when the tension is just right. [Read more](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/trouble-shooting-series-setting-tension) ## [Troubleshooting Series - Industrial Sewing Shuttle Maintenance Tutorial](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/trouble-shooting-series-shuttle-maintenance) - By [Dane Hatcher](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/author/dane-hatcher) - 08/21/20 - [0 Comments](https://www.servicethread.com/blog/trouble-shooting-series-shuttle-maintenance#comments-listing) Do you have lint or lubrication buildup in your industrial sewing machine’s shuttle? In this video, Service Thread Sewing Sales and Tech Support Manager Dane Hatcher demonstrates how to remove the shuttle and shuttle race, then perform a quick examination and cleaning routine that ensures your machine is in good working order. 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