With an energy-saving and maintenance-free direct drive, integrated in the machine head, the new high speed sewing machine 281-140342 sets new standards. The oil-free machine head (with hook lubrication) guarantees an always clean workplace. Typical standard features of the 281-140342 are the thread nipper for a neat seam beginning, the thread trimmer and the automatic backtacking. The adjustment of the sewing foot pressure is easily reproducible. An electromagnetic sewing foot lift is optionally available.