Wednesday, August 2, 2017

Duct Tape

I am considering using duct tape for my company. I would like to know more about duct tape and if it has application-specific grades.

Duct tape is a pressure sensitive tape that is coated with polyethylene on one side and fabric on the other. The combination makes the tape adaptable and user friendly. The fabric gives duct tape the strength and at the same allows it to be easily torn when needed. It was initially designed for use in air duct applications, but today it is widely used for numerous purposes, especially in household repair jobs.

Duct tape has several grades which are designed for specific applications. The grade is determined by the combination of adhesive type and the strength of the cloth fabric.  Duct tape also goes through a series of standard tests described by the American Society for Testing and Materials. 

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