In environments where safety and visibility are paramount- factories, warehouses, stage areas, corridors, or stairwells- standard anti-slip tape isn’t always enough. When the lights fail or ambient lighting is low, having floor surfaces that both grip and glow can make a crucial difference. That’s where Glow Line Safety Grip from Heskins comes in- a hybrid product designed to combine high-traction grip with photoluminescent visibility.

What Is Glow Line Safety Grip?

Glow Line (GID2ST) is essentially an anti-slip tape that incorporates a narrow photoluminescent strip in its center. The outer edges are made of Heskins’ proven Safety Grip anti-slip material, providing a firm, durable walking surface, while the middle section contains the glowing material.

Instead of coating the entire width in photoluminescent pigment (which can be costly and wear faster), Glow Line uses a thin, central glow strip (about 0.40 inch wide) flanked by Safety Grip zones (about 0.80 inch each). This design keeps costs down, enhances durability, and still ensures the glowing element is clearly visible.

How It Works

The photoluminescent center strip “charges” by absorbing ambient or artificial light (natural or electric). When the lights go out, it emits stored energy in the form of a bright green afterglow- guiding people along pathways even in darkness.

Importantly, the glow strip is slightly recessed into the tape so that direct foot traffic doesn’t wear it down quickly or collect dirt as quickly, helping preserve glow performance over time.

Meanwhile, the Safety Grip zones deliver a high coefficient of friction, meeting stringent anti-slip standards (Glow Line is rated R13) for environments that demand excellent traction even when wet or greasy.

Benefits & Advantages

  • Dual Functionality: Combines grip and glow in one product- no need to apply separate anti-slip tape and glow strip.
  • Cost-effective Glow: By concentrating the photoluminescent material in a central line, the manufacturing cost is reduced while retaining effective glow visibility.
  • Durable & Long-Lasting: The glow strip is protected by the surrounding grip surfaces, reducing wear and preserving clarity over time.
  • Safety Certification: Glow Line’s R13 rating ensures it meets demanding anti-slip performance requirements.
  • Customizable: Heskins can produce custom widths and line formats (depending on order quantity) and even include printed arrows or instructions on the glowing section.
  • Versatile Applications: Useful wherever low-level guidance is needed- especially backstage, in dark corridors, stages, emergency egress paths, or industrial layouts.

Where to Use Glow Line

Glow Line works best in settings where you need both slip resistance and guidance in low light:

  • Industrial facilities (factories, plant floors, corridors)
  • Theaters, concert halls, and live event spaces (marking crew paths, “no entry” zones, backstage routes)
  • Stairwells and stair edges, where slipping risk combines with possibility of darkness
  • Emergency pathways, in hallways or along evacuation routes
  • Loading docks, ramps, and other transitional zones where floors may get wet or slippery

For example, backstage at an event you can label “Stage Access” or “Equipment Route” right on the glowing strip, ensuring crew members see paths even if overhead lighting fails.

Installation & Best Practices

  • Surface prep: The floor must be clean, dry, and smooth; remove grease, debris, and dust before application.
  • Apply firmly: Use pressure to adhere the tape well.
  • “Charge” before use: Expose the tape to sufficient ambient light so the photoluminescent center has stored energy.
  • Periodic inspection: Check for peeling edges, surface damage, or dirt accumulation that might reduce brightness or grip.
  • Avoid covering the strip: Don’t place mats or debris over the glowing path; blockages will reduce glow visibility and charge.

Summary & Takeaway

Glow Line Safety Grip is a smart, economical solution for environments that demand both anti-slip safety and illumination in darkness. By combining a recessed photoluminescent line with strong traction surfaces, it delivers guidance during blackouts without compromising performance. Whether you’re designing a facility or upgrading safety signage, Glow Line offers peace of mind, durability, and cost-efficiency all in one tape.