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buck pressing

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Buck pressing is a specific type of molding process used in the clothing and footwear industry. It involves using a machine where a garment or a section of it is pressed between two heated, contoured surfaces. These surfaces can also incorporate steam and vacuum systems.1

This method is a significant advancement from earlier hand-ironing techniques and allows for precise shaping of garment parts like jacket fronts, pant legs, or shoulder areas. Modern buck presses offer controls for steam pressure, temperature, mechanical pressure, vacuum, and cycle time, enabling efficient production.1

Buck pressing is distinct from blocking, which involves shaping a garment around a form or die.1

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  2. clothing and footwear industry - Blocking

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