Exclusive Pre-Order
Precision shaped. Effortlessly automatic.
The new DuoForge brings impeccable curvature engineering, dual-heat performance, and a fully automatic press cycle — all in a lightweight, compact form made for creators on the move.
⚡Ships January 1–15, 2026.
About
Perfect Curvature Engineering
Designed to seamlessly fit all Richardson hat styles — 112, 115, 168, and more. The platen curvature is meticulously engineered to match the natural arc of premium caps, ensuring a flawless, uniform press every time.
About
Perfect Curvature Engineering
Designed to seamlessly fit all Richardson hat styles — 112, 115, 168, and more. The platen curvature is meticulously engineered to match the natural arc of premium caps, ensuring a flawless, uniform press every time.
About
Perfect Curvature Engineering
Designed to seamlessly fit all Richardson hat styles — 112, 115, 168, and more. The platen curvature is meticulously engineered to match the natural arc of premium caps, ensuring a flawless, uniform press every time.
How it works
Effortlessly automatic
How it works
Effortlessly automatic
How it works
Effortlessly automatic
1
Load & Align
Place the hat over the adaptive silicone base. It naturally hugs the curve, holding the hat in the perfect pressing position.
1
Load & Align
Place the hat over the adaptive silicone base. It naturally hugs the curve, holding the hat in the perfect pressing position.
1
Load & Align
Place the hat over the adaptive silicone base. It naturally hugs the curve, holding the hat in the perfect pressing position.
2
Dial In Your Settings
Set the top and bottom temperatures independently. Choose your press time. Lock in repeatable perfection.
2
Dial In Your Settings
Set the top and bottom temperatures independently. Choose your press time. Lock in repeatable perfection.
2
Dial In Your Settings
Set the top and bottom temperatures independently. Choose your press time. Lock in repeatable perfection.
3
Press. Automatic. Flawless.
Initiate the cycle and let DuoForge take over. It closes, presses with precision, and opens automatically.
3
Press. Automatic. Flawless.
Initiate the cycle and let DuoForge take over. It closes, presses with precision, and opens automatically.
3
Press. Automatic. Flawless.
Initiate the cycle and let DuoForge take over. It closes, presses with precision, and opens automatically.
Where craftsmanship meets heat.
Born in the spirit of the forge, DuoForge brings the same principles to modern hat pressing: Controlled heat, engineered alignment, and results built to last.
Where craftsmanship meets heat.
Born in the spirit of the forge, DuoForge brings the same principles to modern hat pressing: Controlled heat, engineered alignment, and results built to last.
Where craftsmanship meets heat.
Born in the spirit of the forge, DuoForge brings the same principles to modern hat pressing: Controlled heat, engineered alignment, and results built to last.
100% Automatic
Just load, set, and let it work.
100% Automatic
Just load, set, and let it work.
100% Automatic
Just load, set, and let it work.
Lightweight
Built for hat bars, pop-ups, and mobile creators.
Lightweight
Built for hat bars, pop-ups, and mobile creators.
Lightweight
Built for hat bars, pop-ups, and mobile creators.
Adaptive Platen
The bottom silicone platen molds itself to any hat shape.
Adaptive Platen
The bottom silicone platen molds itself to any hat shape.
Adaptive Platen
The bottom silicone platen molds itself to any hat shape.
Dual Heat
Independent top and bottom platen temperature control delivers heat exactly where you need it.
Dual Heat
Independent top and bottom platen temperature control delivers heat exactly where you need it.
Dual Heat
Independent top and bottom platen temperature control delivers heat exactly where you need it.
Designed to Elevate Your Craft
Tools engineered to help makers work smarter, faster, and with flawless consistency.
Designed to Elevate Your Craft
Tools engineered to help makers work smarter, faster, and with flawless consistency.
Designed to Elevate Your Craft
Tools engineered to help makers work smarter, faster, and with flawless consistency.
Automatic close
Automatic close
Automatic release
Automatic release
Independent top & bottom heat control
Independent top & bottom heat control
Adaptive Silicone Platen
Adaptive Silicone Platen
Dual Heat
Dual Heat
Lightweight & Extremely Compact
Engineered for Performance
Lightweight & Extremely Compact
Engineered for Performance
Lightweight & Extremely Compact
Engineered for Performance
Precision Curvature Design
Crafted with a perfectly engineered arc that matches the natural shape of leading hat styles like Richardson 112, 115, 168 and more. This ensures flawless alignment and preserves the original curve on every press.
Precision Curvature Design
Crafted with a perfectly engineered arc that matches the natural shape of leading hat styles like Richardson 112, 115, 168 and more. This ensures flawless alignment and preserves the original curve on every press.
Precision Curvature Design
Crafted with a perfectly engineered arc that matches the natural shape of leading hat styles like Richardson 112, 115, 168 and more. This ensures flawless alignment and preserves the original curve on every press.
Dual Independent Heat Zones
Top and bottom platens heat independently, allowing you to tailor temperature for every material and patch type. More control. More consistency. Zero risk of hotspots or surface damage.
Dual Independent Heat Zones
Top and bottom platens heat independently, allowing you to tailor temperature for every material and patch type. More control. More consistency. Zero risk of hotspots or surface damage.
Dual Independent Heat Zones
Top and bottom platens heat independently, allowing you to tailor temperature for every material and patch type. More control. More consistency. Zero risk of hotspots or surface damage.
Fully Automated Press Cycle
DuoForge closes, presses, and opens automatically at the preset time — delivering hands-free efficiency, safer operation, and repeatable results even in high-volume workflows.
Fully Automated Press Cycle
DuoForge closes, presses, and opens automatically at the preset time — delivering hands-free efficiency, safer operation, and repeatable results even in high-volume workflows.
Fully Automated Press Cycle
DuoForge closes, presses, and opens automatically at the preset time — delivering hands-free efficiency, safer operation, and repeatable results even in high-volume workflows.
Dual Heat
Dual Control
Perfect Curvature
Adaptive Silicone Platen
Perfect fit for all Richardson styles
Automatic close
Automatic Release
Content Creation
Independent Top & Bottom Heat Control
Total Consistency
100% Automatic
Precision shaped
Extremely Compact
Light Weight
Dual Heat
Dual Control
Perfect Curvature
Adaptive Silicone Platen
Perfect fit for all Richardson styles
Automatic close
Automatic Release
Content Creation
Independent Top & Bottom Heat Control
Total Consistency
100% Automatic
Precision shaped
Extremely Compact
Light Weight
Benefits
Why Choose DuoForge
Every press lays evenly. Every curve stays true.
Benefits
Why Choose DuoForge
Every press lays evenly. Every curve stays true.
Benefits
Why Choose DuoForge
Every press lays evenly. Every curve stays true.
Our Community Connection
DuoForge was built side-by-side with the PatchCrafters community — one of the most passionate and fast-growing groups of hat makers, patch designers, and custom creators.
Our Community Connection
DuoForge was built side-by-side with the PatchCrafters community — one of the most passionate and fast-growing groups of hat makers, patch designers, and custom creators.
Our Community Connection
DuoForge was built side-by-side with the PatchCrafters community — one of the most passionate and fast-growing groups of hat makers, patch designers, and custom creators.
Perfect Engineered Curvature
The only press crafted to match the natural arc of all major Richardson styles — 112, 115, 168, and more — preserving shape while ensuring ideal adhesion.
Perfect Engineered Curvature
The only press crafted to match the natural arc of all major Richardson styles — 112, 115, 168, and more — preserving shape while ensuring ideal adhesion.
Perfect Engineered Curvature
The only press crafted to match the natural arc of all major Richardson styles — 112, 115, 168, and more — preserving shape while ensuring ideal adhesion.
Adaptive Silicone Platen
A bottom platen that molds to any hat shape, eliminating creases, pressure marks, or overheating. Perfect results, every time.
Adaptive Silicone Platen
A bottom platen that molds to any hat shape, eliminating creases, pressure marks, or overheating. Perfect results, every time.
Adaptive Silicone Platen
A bottom platen that molds to any hat shape, eliminating creases, pressure marks, or overheating. Perfect results, every time.
Ultra-Compact
Powerful enough for production — small enough for mobile hat bars, pop-ups, craft fairs, or limited studio spaces.
Ultra-Compact
Powerful enough for production — small enough for mobile hat bars, pop-ups, craft fairs, or limited studio spaces.
Ultra-Compact
Powerful enough for production — small enough for mobile hat bars, pop-ups, craft fairs, or limited studio spaces.
Comparison
Preferring DuoForge Over Competitors
Comparison
Preferring DuoForge Over Competitors
Comparison
Preferring DuoForge Over Competitors
Others
Fixed curve, often mismatched to hat shape
Fixed curve, often mismatched to hat shape
Single heat source, limited precision
Single heat source, limited precision
Manual clamping required
Manual clamping required
Large, heavy, and difficult to transport
Large, heavy, and difficult to transport
Hard surfaces often imprint or overheat hats
Hard surfaces often imprint or overheat hats
Others
Fixed curve, often mismatched to hat shape
Single heat source, limited precision
Manual clamping required
Large, heavy, and difficult to transport
Hard surfaces often imprint or overheat hats
Perfect alignment for Richardson 112/115/168 and more
Perfect alignment for Richardson 112/115/168 and more
Independent top & bottom temperature control
Independent top & bottom temperature control
Fully automatic closing & release
Fully automatic closing & release
Lightweight, ultra-compact — ideal for mobile setups
Lightweight, ultra-compact — ideal for mobile setups
Adaptive silicone platen prevents creases & marks
Adaptive silicone platen prevents creases & marks
Perfect alignment for Richardson 112/115/168 and more
Independent top & bottom temperature control
Fully automatic closing & release
Lightweight, ultra-compact — ideal for mobile setups
Adaptive silicone platen prevents creases & marks
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common queries about our services, pricing, and support to help you make informed decisions with confidence.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common queries about our services, pricing, and support to help you make informed decisions with confidence.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common queries about our services, pricing, and support to help you make informed decisions with confidence.
Is DuoForge compatible with all Richardson hat styles?
What makes dual platen heat important?
How does the automatic press cycle work?
Does the press leave marks or creases on hats?
Can DuoForge be used in mobile or event-based setups?
Is DuoForge compatible with all Richardson hat styles?
What makes dual platen heat important?
How does the automatic press cycle work?
Does the press leave marks or creases on hats?
Can DuoForge be used in mobile or event-based setups?
Is DuoForge compatible with all Richardson hat styles?
What makes dual platen heat important?
How does the automatic press cycle work?
Does the press leave marks or creases on hats?
Can DuoForge be used in mobile or event-based setups?
Pre-Order Today — Save 42%
Limited early-bird batch ships January 1–15, 2026.
Pre-Order Today — Save 42%
Limited early-bird batch ships January 1–15, 2026.
Pre-Order Today — Save 42%
Limited early-bird batch ships January 1–15, 2026.