The Memory Craft 6700 Professional is a computerized home sewing machine designed for easy use and an enhanced quality of sewing. Metal was used for areas of the body that affect sewing performance, and ABS polymer was used elsewhere its light weight and malleability.Designed by: Akihiro Izaki, Kiyomi Kawaguchi and Hideki Muto of Janome Sewing Machine Co., Ltd.Contact: izaki-akihiro@gm.janome.co.jp; http://www.janome.co.jp/e1.htm