What Zoje Resources Investment does

ZOJE (Zhejiang ZOJE Sewing Technology Co., Ltd), publicly listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange under stock code 002021 and operating under the holding entity Zoje Resources Investment, is a Chinese industrial sewing machine manufacturer founded in 1994 and headquartered in Yuhuan, Taizhou, Zhejiang. The company produces a comprehensive portfolio of eight product series — lockstitch, overlock, interlock/coverstitch, template machines, twin-needle, special machines, heavy-duty, and automation equipment — with annual production capacity of 800,000 to 1,000,000 sewing machines. Its Tmaster™ DSC (Dynamic Stitch Control) platform integrates AI motion algorithms, high-precision optical sensors, stepper-motor control, anti-bird's-nest threading, and 0.1mm needle straightness technology, while the All-Smart Pocket Master (ZJ-UC-401) and Automatic Pocket Welting Machine (ZJ-K6300B) extend automation into AI-enabled visual pattern recognition and laser-integrated cutting.

The company sells to garment manufacturers globally through an International Marketing Center in Shanghai, regional offices and showrooms in Indonesia, India, Bangladesh, and Russia, plus a distributor network spanning over 80 countries. Customer segments are horizontal across garment categories — dress shirts, jackets, down jackets, T-shirts, polo shirts, hoodies, pants, jeans, workwear, caps, shoes, bags, blazers, hardshell jackets, cushions/sofas, and underwear/swimwear — with named enterprise customers including Suzhou Laboni Apparel, Faliang Fashion, SHINTS BVT, SAMAD APPAREL, and Taizhou Birds. Revenue is generated via quote-based direct sales with multi-year industrial contracts; pricing is not publicly disclosed.

ZOJE monetizes a growing software and services layer alongside its hardware: the ZOJEIEBOX clothing Manufacturing Execution System (MES), Digital Intelligence Platform (warehouse, hanging, equipment, and smart card management), Digital Smart Sewing APP for 5G IoT-enabled remote equipment control, and Z+ Services after-sales platform for video guides, technical documentation, and genuine parts. The company operates a Provincial Research Institute, holds National High-Tech Enterprise status, and maintains over 800 national patents supporting its technology portfolio. Strategic backing comes from Yuhuan State Investment Group (玉环国投), blending state-investment support with private listed-company management under Chairman and General Manager Li Hui (李辉).

Name

Zoje Resources Investment

Legal name

Zhejiang ZOJE Sewing Technology Co., Ltd (浙江中捷缝纫科技有限公司)

Website

https://zoje.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Zoje Resources Investment (Shenzhen SE: 002021) is a Chinese industrial sewing machine manufacturer founded in 1994 producing 800K-1M machines annually across 8 product series with Tmaster™ AI-enabled smart sewing technology, serving garment manufacturers globally across 80+ countries via direct sales, regional offices, and distributor networks.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Sewing Machines

NAICS

Cutting Tool and Machine Tool Accessory Manufacturing (333515)

SIC

Machine Tools, Metal Cutting Types (3541)

akta.pro primary industry

Sewing Machine & Serger Retail (CRALADAD)

Keywords

• Industrial sewing machines
• Garment manufacturing equipment
• Sewing automation solutions
• Smart factory integration
• IoT-enabled sewing

Headquarters

HQ city

Yuhuan

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Industrial Sewing Machine Sales: Manufacture and sale of industrial sewing machines including lockstitch, overlock, interlock, template machines, and automation equipment. Revenue generated from direct sales to garment manufacturers globally.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

ZOJE manufactures and sells industrial sewing machines across lockstitch, overlock, interlock/coverstitch, template, twin-needle, special, heavy-duty, and automation series for garment and apparel manufacturers globally. The company also offers AI-enabled automation solutions (Tmaster™ DSC platform, All-Smart Pocket Master, laser-cutting pocket welting machines), and digital manufacturing platforms (ZOJEIEBOX MES, Digital Smart Sewing APP) for 5G IoT-enabled smart factory integration.

Product overview

ZOJE (Zoje Resources Investment) is a comprehensive industrial sewing machine manufacturer offering a full portfolio of 8 core product series: Lockstitch, Overlock, Interlock/Coverstitch, Template Machines, Twin-Needle, Special Machines, Heavy-Duty, and Automation Series. The company provides process solutions across 14 apparel categories (dress shirts, jackets, down jackets, T-shirts, polo shirts, hoodies, pants, jeans, workwear, bags, blazers, hardshell jackets, cushions/sofas, underwear). The flagship Tmaster™ 'Thread Master' platform with DSC Dynamic Stitch Control System represents their latest AI-enabled innovation, alongside automation solutions like the All-Smart Pocket Master with visual recognition. ZOJE also offers a Digital Intelligence Platform including MES systems and a Digital Smart Sewing APP for 5G IoT-enabled factory integration, positioning them as both equipment manufacturer and smart manufacturing solution provider.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Tmaster™: Innovation technology platform featuring intelligent stitch control systems for industrial sewing machines
• Z+ Services
• ZOJEIEBOX

Products and services

• Lockstitch Series Industrial lockstitch sewing machines including chain stitch machines, under differential flat machines, and high-speed direct-drive models for various garment applications across apparel manufacturers.
• Overlock Series Industrial overlock machines including ultra-high-speed stepper overlock (B7510 series up to 7000rpm) and stepper differential smart overlock (B9510T series) for seaming and edge finishing in garment factories.
• Interlock Series (Coverstitch) High-speed cylinder coverstitch machines (C2510 series up to 5500rpm) and belt loop coverstitch machines (ZJ2479A series) for knitwear and decorative stitching in apparel production.
• Template Machine Series (Smart Template Machines) Intelligent template sewing machines including small-pattern (ZJ-M3), high-precision (ZJ-M6), in-line process (ZJ-M1), and rotary head (ZJ-M7) models with pattern recognition, optional laser cutting, and automatic bobbin replacement for garment factories.
• Twin-Needle Series Industrial twin-needle sewing machines for decorative stitching, DENIM applications, and parallel stitch operations including ZJ-A3800-BD and ZJ-A3830 series for apparel manufacturers.
• Special Machines Specialized industrial machines including high-speed electronic button sewing (ZJ1903D), smart bartacking (ZJ1900DSS up to 3500rpm), buttonhole (ZJ5781D, ZJ5821A), and zigzag (ZJ2290) machines for garment finishing operations.
• Heavy-Duty Series Heavy-duty electronic pattern sewing machines (ZJ5760, ZJ5770A series) with spacious operating areas, thread break detection, and fast precise pattern editing for thick materials used in heavy apparel, luggage, and upholstery applications.
• Automation Series Automated sewing solutions including All-Smart Pocket Master (ZJ-UC-401), Automatic Pocket Welting with Laser Cutting (ZJ-K6300B), and Automatic Cutting Template Machine (ZJ-UA9200L) featuring AI pattern recognition and visual inspection for high-volume garment factories.
• Tmaster™ 'Thread Master' Smart Flat Sewing Machine Flagship smart flat sewing machine featuring the DSC Dynamic Stitch Control System with four breakthrough technologies: intelligent bobbin monitoring (industry-first bobbin thread remaining early warning), dual-blade anti-tangle threading (eliminates bird's nest), 0-degree stable needle straight-line technology (0.1mm precision), and constant-distance pressure adaptive technology (automatic adjustment for thick/thin fabrics). Targeted at clothing factories pursuing zero-rework productivity.
• All-Smart Pocket Master (ZJ-UC-401) Fully automated pocket attaching machine with visual recognition system, intelligent pattern recognition, quick mold change (minute-level), and strong thick/thin fabric adaptability. Achieves 3000+ units in 8 hours — equivalent to 5 workers' productivity from one machine, targeted at high-volume garment factories.
• Automatic Pocket Welting Machine With Laser Cutting (ZJ-K6300B) Automated pocket welting machine with integrated laser cutting featuring an elevatable head to prevent needle jamming, delivering a 33% efficiency increase with cycle times of 15-18 seconds for mock pockets and 20-25 seconds for 3D pockets, with precision-controlled material feeding for garment factories.
• Digital Intelligence Platform (Digital Sewing) Comprehensive digital manufacturing platform including lean production training, intelligent warehouse management, production execution system (MES), intelligent hanging management, equipment management, and smart card management systems for factory digitalization, targeted at smart manufacturing enterprises and digital transformation initiatives.

Quantifiable outcome

• Zero rework rate achievable for high-end apparel
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability9 records

Feature10 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Suzhou Laboni Apparel Co., LtdcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 June 2025Strategic partnership signed at Tmaster™ launch event for joint development and deployment of intelligent sewing solutions in high-end apparel manufacturing.
• Faliang Fashion (Shanghai) Co., LtdcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 June 2025Strategic partnership signed at Tmaster™ launch event for collaboration on smart manufacturing solutions in fashion industry.
• SHINTS BVTcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 June 2025International strategic partner participating in Tmaster™ launch, representing global expansion of ZOJE's strategic partnership network.
• SAMAD APPARELcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 June 2025International strategic partner from apparel manufacturing sector, collaborating on intelligent sewing technology deployment.
• Fudan UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 June 2025University-enterprise cooperation partnership for joint research, talent development, and technology innovation in intelligent manufacturing.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Jack Sewing Machine: Chinese industrial sewing machine manufacturer and the largest domestic competitor to ZOJE in China. Comparable product portfolio across lockstitch, overlock, and special-purpose machines, with similar export-heavy GTM.
• Shing Ray Sewing Machine: Taiwanese industrial sewing machine manufacturer with global export presence. Comparable mid-market industrial sewing portfolio competing with ZOJE in Southeast Asia and Latin America.
• Brother Industries: Japanese global leader in industrial and household sewing machines. Closest direct peer: competes head-to-head with ZOJE across lockstitch, overlock, and automated sewing categories, with strong brand recognition among apparel OEMs worldwide.
• Dürkopp Adler: German premium industrial sewing machine maker serving automotive, footwear, and technical textiles. Comparable to ZOJE's heavy-duty and special machines series for thick-material and high-precision applications.
• Pegasus Sewing Machine Mfg. Japanese industrial overlock and interlock sewing machine maker with strong installed base in apparel factories. Comparable to ZOJE's Overlock and Interlock series, particularly in emerging-market garment hubs.
• Tajima Industries: Japanese manufacturer of industrial embroidery and computerized sewing machines. Comparable to ZOJE's template machine and automation series, especially for high-precision pattern sewing.
• Typical (Zhejiang Typical Industry): Zhejiang-based Chinese industrial sewing machine maker with broad lockstitch and specialty offerings. Direct domestic peer to ZOJE with overlapping export channels and customer base.
• Juki Corporation: Japanese industrial sewing machine specialist serving apparel and automotive upholstery. Directly comparable to ZOJE's full-category industrial sewing portfolio, with similar automation/smart-manufacturing initiatives.

Broad incumbents

• Hanwha (formerly SAMSUNG sewing solutions via various JVs): Large Korean industrial conglomerate with smart-factory and automation exposure that intersects with apparel manufacturing automation, a space ZOJE is expanding into via its Digital Intelligence Platform.
• Lectra: French technology company offering broader software, CAD/CAM, and cutting-room automation solutions for apparel and soft-goods manufacturers. Adjacent to ZOJE's ZOJE IEBOX MES and Digital Intelligence platform offering.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@ZojeSewingMachineCoLtd
• Facebookfacebook.com/ZOJEINDUSTRIESSEWING.FMCHINA
• Instagraminstagram.com/zojeofficial
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/zoje

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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