ANTI-SLIP TAPES IN THE OEM INDUSTRY

Die-cut anti-slip tapes are a staple in the OEM industry, offering precise, custom-shaped solutions for various applications. These tapes are perfect for fitting onto specific parts of products, providing a high-traction surface where it’s most needed. Whether for hand tools, consumer electronics, or industrial equipment, Heskins’ die-cut tapes ensure a secure grip and enhanced safety, tailored to the exact dimensions and shapes required by OEM clients.

Heskins’ heavy-duty protective tapes are designed to withstand harsh industrial environments, making them ideal for industrial OEM applications. These tapes offer robust protection against abrasion, corrosion, and impact, ensuring the longevity and integrity of equipment and products. They are particularly useful in areas prone to heavy wear and tear, preserving the appearance and functionality of the manufactured products over time.

In the OEM industry, high-visibility and reflective tapes play a crucial role in the safety and visibility of the end product. These tapes are perfect for marking hazardous areas, highlighting safety equipment, or integrating into safety gear and fleets of vehicles. Hi-vis tape’s bright, reflective properties ensure that products are easily seen in low-light conditions, enhancing safety and awareness.

When manufacturing handles for tools and other portable pieces of equipment, you may want to add a non-slip aspect, which is where anti-slip non-abrasive tapes can help. They provide grip to the user and are kind to the skin. Anti-slip properties can improve the user’s experience of the end product whilst also improving safety.

For OEM companies manufacturing products destined for high-temperature environments or fire hazards, Heskins offers heat-resistant and flame-retardant tapes. These tapes maintain their integrity and grip in more extreme temperatures and are crucial for fire safety, resisting flames, and slowing the spread of fires, which is beneficial in various applications, including electrical and automotive industries.

A tape specially designed with large grit granules to allow liquids to flow off its surface, we have found PeakGrip, a Safety-Grip tape from Heskins, a popular choice with the last mile transportation system, used on pool bikes, scooters, segways and one-wheel ride on boards.

In the production of boats and maritime vessels, waterproof anti-slip tapes are crucial for providing a safe, non-slip surface on decks, steps, and other critical areas. Waterproof tapes endure harsh marine conditions, offering lasting safety features for both recreational and professional sea vessels.

For outdoor equipment like lawnmowers, coarse anti-slip tapes are applied to panels a user may stand upon, enhancing grip underfoot and reducing the risk of accidents during use. Larger grit granule-based tapes are particularly important for equipment used in varying outdoor conditions.

Submarines and underwater exploration vehicles utilise anti-slip tapes to ensure safe movement within the vessel. Heskins waterproof non-slip tapes, such as aqua safe are designed to withstand the unique conditions of underwater environments, aiding in the secure operation of the vehicle.

In sports cars and performance vehicles, anti-slip tapes are applied to enhance the driver’s grip on pedals, steering wheels, and other control interfaces, improving safety and enhancing the driving experience in high-performance vehicles. At the pits, we see Ribbed Rubber Tape for grip underfoot due to its durability, cushioning and chemical resistance.

Extra Coarse anti-slip tapes on construction machinery such as excavators, bulldozers, and cranes provide additional safety for operators by ensuring a non-slip grip on steps, platforms, and control areas in these heavy-duty machines.

Medical equipment, including wheelchairs, stretchers, and operating tables, benefit from the application of anti-slip tapes. Non-abrasive tapes provide additional safety and stability for both healthcare professionals and patients; having these slip-resistant materials added at the manufacturing plant stage ensures proper application and indicates a level of thoughtfulness competitors overlook.

For fitness and sports equipment, anti-slip tapes are essential for ensuring grip and safety during use. A non-abrasive tape would be suitable as these tapes will be in direct contact with bare skin and loose articles of clothing, so adding additional grip and comfort to gym and weightlifting equipment is essential. Heskins non-abrasive tapes prevent slipping and enhance the overall workout experience.

In public transport vehicles, anti-slip tapes are integrated into the design of buses, trains, and trams to enhance passenger safety. Safety-Grip anti-slip tapes lend themselves to areas like steps and floors, whereas handrails would benefit from a Handrail Grip tape to prevent slips and falls in transit.

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Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) often face challenges when applying anti-slip tapes to products made from low-energy surfaces, such as certain plastics or coated materials. These surfaces are typically characterised by their non-porous nature and smooth texture, making adhesive bonding difficult. This is where the use of a keying agent becomes crucial.

OEMs might choose to add Corrosion Protection Tape to their end products to significantly enhance their durability and lifespan by safeguarding against environmental damage, rust, and wear caused by exposure to moisture, chemicals, and varying weather conditions.

OEMs may opt for a stronger adhesive-backed anti-slip tape in their product applications to ensure a more secure and enduring grip, especially in environments where the product is exposed to extensive wear, varying temperatures, or moisture, thus maintaining safety and functionality over time.

Heskins’ anti-slip and protective tapes can be customised for a wide range of specific OEM applications. Whether it’s for a unique product design, a specific industrial requirement, or an innovative application, we work closely with OEM manufacturers to develop tailored tape solutions that meet their exact needs.

Reach out to Heskins today to learn how our anti-slip tapes can elevate the safety and functionality of your OEM products, contributing to superior end-user satisfaction and product performance.