Definition of Retro Reflective Tape – (www.tapedealer.com) By definition, retro reflective tape is a film that either through the use of glass spheres or man made prisms, reflects light or radiation back to its source. (Source – Cambridge English Dictionary) This seems like a simple task but in fact it is quite complicated. Just like …
Reducing Rear End Collisions for Commercial and Utility Vehicle Fleets. (Click here to see our Reflective Rear Panel Products) In the US alone there are approximately 137,500 accidents that involve commercial vehicles. To bring this into perspective, every 16 minutes, one person is injured or killed in an accident involving a commercial vehicle. Approximately 50% …
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Reflective Chevron Striping – (www.chevronpanels.com) Most firetruck manufacturers integrate diamond plate (treadplate) into their vehicles. On horizontal surfaces this creates a nice non skid surface. When applied vertically it does look good, however, it creates a problem when the fire department wants to make that area reflective. This is especially relevant on the rear of …
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Reflective Chevron Striping – (www.chevronpanels.com) In 2009 the NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) issued a recommendation known as NFPA 1901 that sets standards for reflective striping on fire trucks and fire apparatus. In this article we will cover section 15.9.3.2 of NFPA 1901 which covers the rear of the vehicle. Specifically, we are going to …
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Installing Reflective Tape – (www.tapedealer.com) It is basically a peel, stick and press process. However, some preparation must be done beforehand to insure a long lasting application. Adhesive performance depends almost entirely on surface preparation. Before beginning an installation there are a few factors to consider. First, it is up to the installer to determine …
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Reflective Tape & How it Works – (www.tapedealer.com) You see reflective tape every day and every night. But have you ever stopped to think how it works? Reflective tape (also known as retro-reflective tape) works by reflecting light back to the light source only. In other words, the tape only lights up for the person with …