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Band Knife cutting machine: Band knife are used when a higher standard of cutting accuracy is required than can
be obtained with a straight knife. Pieces to be cut are first cut on a block, and then cut exactly on a band knife.
Knife is constant and fabric is moved by operator.(Fig 3)
Fig 3

Round knife cutting machine:
A round knife is used only for straight lines or lower no of lays of relatively few plies.It is similar to straight knife
but smaller in size.It is used for cutting of smaller garment parts.(Fig 4)
Fig 4

Die cutting machine:
This machine is useful where small motifs with particular shape and pattern and accuracy in cutting are needed.
(Fig 5)

Fig 5

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CITS : Apparel - Fashion Design Technology - Lesson 25