Hard Skills
IntermediateHat Blocking and ShapingThe process of stretching a hat body over a wooden or metal block to form the crown and brim using heat and steam.
Entry-levelSteam Press OperationOperating industrial steam presses to soften hat materials for molding and setting the final shape.
AdvancedMaterial Quality AssessmentEvaluating the texture and thickness of hat materials like felt or straw to determine appropriate heat and pressure settings.
IntermediatePrecision Measurement and SymmetryUsing calipers and gauges to ensure the crown height and brim width meet specific design blueprints.