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Electrical Tape Safety Checklist
Today’s electrical industry is much more advanced than it was a century ago. All certified...
What is the substrate of a carton and how does it impact packaging tape choice?
In the packaging industry, the substrate of a carton refers to the type of material that the...
Mission: HVAC – Mission 7: Skilled Labor Shortage (Part 2)
The skilled labor shortage has had a major impact on HVAC businesses, but the future of the trades...
What is the difference between line set tape and other HVAC tapes?
HVAC tapes are subjected to a wide range of conditions throughout the life cycles of the systems...
What is the purpose of colored gaffer’s tape?
Gaffer’s tape – made with a coated cloth backing and synthetic rubber-based adhesive – is an easy...
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What does stucco tape failure look like?
In stucco applications, tape failure can take a few different forms. The most common is adhesive...
Mission: Packaging 2017 – Challenge Five: Experience of Packaging
When you are shopping for something specific but don’t have a particular brand in mind, do you...
Why are some stucco tapes red?
Stucco tapes are offered in several different colors, but the most popular and commonly used is...
How do I protect floors when painting?
In order to protect your floors from spatters and stains, place a protective plastic sheet over...
Why can’t I use general purpose duct tape on HVAC ductwork?
Duct tape is useful for repairing just about anything, but ironically, not for ducts. Although the...
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What is the proper way to manually apply packaging tape?
Manually applying packaging tape to cartons using a hand-held dispenser – rather than using an...
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What is the Purpose of Housewrap Tape?
Housewrap is crucial in creating an air barrier to stop uncontrolled air flow – helping to prevent...
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Mission: HVAC – Mission 6: Skilled Labor Shortage (Part 1)
The shortage of skilled labor in trades such as HVAC has become a hot topic in the industry – as...
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When should I use a film tape over a foil tape in HVAC applications?
Foil. Film. Cloth. When it comes to HVAC tapes, there are a lot of options to choose from. The...
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What is elongation and why does it matter in electrical tape?
Elongation is a measure of the extent to which a tape is able to stretch before breaking. Measured...
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How is colored masking tape used in schools?
It’s that time again – the summer is coming to an end and schools are getting ready to start back...
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Is thicker packaging tape always better?
Choosing and using tape is our specialty here at Tape University – and dispelling the myths and...
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5 Common Ways to Use Flagging Tape
Non-adhesive flagging tapes are used in a variety of industries as an easy, temporary color-coding...
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Mission: HVAC – Mission 5: Keeping up With the Times
We live in a time when there is always something new. The newest generation of smartphones,...
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How do Commercial and Residential HVAC systems differ?
HVAC businesses often specialize in either commercial or residential systems – or some may offer...
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5 Things to Consider When Choosing an Abatement Tape
In abatement and remediation projects, building an airtight containment system is critical to...
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Why would I want a tape with a writable backing?
A tape with writable backing means that you can easily write on the tape – without smudging,...
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What are the hidden costs of packaging tape?
In manufacturing and large-scale automated packaging operations, packaging tape costs more than...
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Why is stucco popular in certain climates?
Stucco is a popular choice for residential and commercial siding that has advantages over other...
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How is tape used in hotel applications?
Many types of facilities rely on tape behind the scenes to run properly – often in ways that...
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Mission: HVAC – Mission 4: The Cost of Callbacks
Working in HVAC is very rewarding – and one benefit for technicians is the ability to finish a...
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HVAC Remodel vs. New Construction: Things to Consider
HVAC jobs range from installation of brand new systems in new construction to improvements of...
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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...
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How is floor marking tape used to promote safety?
Manufacturing plants and other industrial facilities rely on floor marking tape to promote...
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Why don’t all masking tapes remove cleanly?
Masking tape is used for many different jobs – painting, color coding or labeling, bundling, or...
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How do flagging tapes impact safety on construction sites?
Construction sites can be extremely dangerous to navigate, even for professionals. In areas where...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Mission: HVAC – Mission 3: Busting the Myths
There are a lot of misconceptions when it comes to HVAC systems – and many of the common opinions...
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How do I apply HVAC tape in tight spaces?
With no two jobs being the same, HVAC technicians must learn to adapt to the challenges of the...
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What are the consequences of abatement tape failure?
Abatement jobs typically involve working around hazardous or harmful materials – things like mold,...
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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...
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Why do so many companies use printed packaging tape?
Have you ever ordered something online and received a package that has been sealed with tape that...
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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...
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