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Why Having the Right Tape for Low Surface Energy Materials is Critical
Why Having the Right Tape for Low Surface Energy Materials is Critical
Choosing a tape that performs well with low surface energy (LSE) materials can make or break your boat-building process right from the start.
How Choosing a Durable Masking Tape Can Help Save Time and Control Costs on Painting and General Construction Tasks
How Choosing a Durable Masking Tape Can Help Save Time and Control Costs on Painting and General Construction Tasks
Choosing quality masking and painter's tape is critical, as the durability of these products can create small efficiencies that add up to big savings over the course of a job by helping crews work quicker while preventing waste and rework.
HVAC Remodel vs. New Construction: Things to Consider
HVAC Remodel vs. New Construction: Things to Consider
HVAC jobs range from installation of brand new systems in new construction to improvements of existing systems by repairing or replacing only the malfunctioning or worn-down components. The age and condition of the HVAC system you are working with has a major...
How are barricade tapes used to promote safety?
How are barricade tapes used to promote safety?
5,190 workers were killed on the job in 2016 – that’s more than 14 deaths a day.* Barricade tapes such as caution, danger, and lead hazard tapes are used to communicate warnings and manage access to work sites and hazardous areas to promote safety. These...
How is floor marking tape used to promote safety?
How is floor marking tape used to promote safety?
Manufacturing plants and other industrial facilities rely on floor marking tape to promote workplace safety. In these types of job environments, working in close proximity to heavy machinery is a daily occurrence – and an injury could occur at any moment. If you...
Why don’t all masking tapes remove cleanly?
Why don’t all masking tapes remove cleanly?
Masking tape is used for many different jobs – painting, color coding or labeling, bundling, or temporary repairs – and each job demands different performance characteristics from the tape to successfully accomplish its task. While paint masking tape almost always...
How do flagging tapes impact safety on construction sites?
How do flagging tapes impact safety on construction sites?
Construction sites can be extremely dangerous to navigate, even for professionals. In areas where there are often multiple projects going on at one time and communication between teams is not always possible, an unmarked safety hazard can lead to serious injury....
Why is it important to use the right color of electrical tape?
Why is it important to use the right color of electrical tape?
Safety is always top of mind for electrical contractors and technicians who work with electrical wiring. That’s why it is so important to stay up to date on codes, proper application techniques, and the meanings of each color that is used in phasing applications....
How is tape used to promote safety?
How is tape used to promote safety?
June is National Safety Month, and this is the first of a series of weekly blog posts about how tape is used in different industries to promote safety in the workplace and on the job site. Tapes are used to promote safety in a variety of ways, from creating an...
Why are some manufacturers placing no-knife carton sealing requirements on suppliers?
Why are some manufacturers placing no-knife carton sealing requirements on suppliers?
Safety is a high priority in carton sealing operations, and recently, some manufacturers have taken additional steps to combat workplace injury with new regulations and requirements for their suppliers. We’ve been hearing more and more in the market that...
What are the consequences of abatement tape failure?
What are the consequences of abatement tape failure?
Abatement jobs typically involve working around hazardous or harmful materials – things like mold, asbestos, and potent chemicals. Each of these can easily become airborne while abatement is being done, posing the risk of illness to anyone who breathes in...
Why shouldn’t I tape down cables with duct tape?
Why shouldn’t I tape down cables with duct tape?
As tape experts and enthusiasts, we make a point to take note of how tape is being used out in the world – in fact, at this point we can’t help but notice! And one of the most common tape usage mistakes that we see is duct tape being used for an application that...
5 Things to Consider When Choosing an Electrical Tape
5 Things to Consider When Choosing an Electrical Tape
Electrical tape is a critical component to electrical insulating and phasing tasks, and can be the difference between a safe splice and an accident waiting to happen. With so much on the line, using the right electrical tape is critical to getting the job done...
What is the difference between co-extruded and laminated duct tape?
What is the difference between co-extruded and laminated duct tape?
Unsure of which type of duct tape is the best choice for your application? Read on to find out: Visit Shurtape.com to find a duct tape for your next job, and learn more about co-ex and laminated duct tapes on our blog right here at Tape...