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SUMMIT Upgrade Kit Now Available

SUMMIT Upgrade Kit

$2,699

INCLUDES INSTALLATION BY CERTIFIED MELCO TECH

Multi-head discounts available!

Transform Your Workflow

I want to upgrade my EMT16X to a SUMMIT!

More Than Just A Software Update

The SUMMIT Upgrade Kit transforms your EMT16X into a fully connected production system built specifically for embroidery on-demand and one-off custom orders.


This isn’t just a software update — it’s a complete production workflow upgrade designed to handle real-time personalization, process individual orders more efficiently, and reduce manual steps.


Get the power and flexibility of a new SUMMIT system while maximizing the value of the machine you already own, so you can confidently scale your on-demand embroidery business without replacing your equipment.

  • Higher Productivity, Less Downtime
  • Reduced Operator Errors with Touchscreen Interface
  • Integrated Smart Workflow with Built-In Barcode Reader
  • Advanced Laser Alignment
  • Real-Time Production Preview
  • Live Acti-Feed™ Tension Monitoring

16 Needles

Up to 1500 Stitches Per Minute

Connect Up To 30 Machines On One Network For A Flexible Multi-Head Setup

Sew Different Designs On EACH Machine For Increased Production Efficiency

Please note that all Upgrade Kits must be installed by a Certified Melco Technician.

Embroidery On Demand At Your Fingertips

Built-In Barcode Reader

No more external scanner. Quickly set up hoops, thread, and load designs via barcode for a faster workflow.

Advanced Laser Alignment

Reduce material waste with more intuitive positioning and increased placement accuracy.

Live Acti-Feed™ Monitoring

Get a live preview of Acti-Feed™ tension values for faster thread optimization and improved stitch consistency.

Machine Colorization

Prep jobs even faster with direct color editing on the touchscreen and better visibility than a PC workflow.

Real-Time Production Preview

Eliminate the need to monitor a computer screen. View live sew status directly on the touchscreen for fully autonomous machine operation.

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