Cap Press Creases? How to Fix Uneven Pressure on the STX Hat Press

Are you getting creases, folds or inconsistent pressure when heat pressing caps? If you're using a traditional cap press like the Hotronix STX Auto Clam, not every cap will mould perfectly to the base plate — especially curved baseball caps or structured cotton styles. That mismatch can cause: • Crease marks on the front panel • Uneven pressure • Transfers not bonding properly • Inconsistent results across a production run In this video, Ben shows you a simple workshop trick to reshape the pressing area and eliminate those pressure issues. 🔥 What You’ll Learn: • Why some caps crease on traditional cap presses • How to identify uneven pressure before you press • How to use a 10mm silicone pad to isolate the press area • Why taping your pad in place improves production efficiency • How to get flat, consistent transfers on curved caps This technique works not only for standard baseball caps, but also bucket hats and other structured headwear where the fabric doesn’t sit flat. 🧰 Equipment Featured: • Hotronix STX Auto Clam Cap Press • 10mm Silicone Pad If you’re pressing caps regularly and struggling with creases or folds, this small adjustment can dramatically improve consistency and reduce spoilage. Have questions about cap pressing or heat transfer troubleshooting? Drop them in the comments or reach out to the team — we’re here to help. 📞 1300 765 414. 🌐 https://www.velflex.com.au/ 👉 Subscribe for weekly Troubleshoot Tuesday tips 👉 Join our newsletter for practical heat press education: https://www.velflex.com.au/newsletter Press smarter. Print better. #HeatPressTips #CapPressing #Velflex #STXCapPress #ScreenPrintPro