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Marking tape: safety and visibility in industrial environments

What is marking tape?

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Le marking tape is a technical adhesive designed to delimit, signal or secure floor or wall areas in industrial, logistics or tertiary environments. It can be used to keep traffic flowing, to mark dangerous areas or to identify locations. 

Available in a range of colours, widths and strengths, marking tape is easy to apply to concrete, tiles, industrial paint or smooth metal. 

ADDEV Materials will help you choose the right ribbon for your environment and usage constraints. 

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tesa marking tape
Vinyl adhesive tape - yellow and black marking

Technical characteristics of industrial marking tape

Le industrial marking tape is designed to withstand the specific constraints of production sites, warehouses or storage areas. 

  • Immediate and lasting adhesion on clean, dry floors 
  • Resistant to abrasion, trolleys and pallet trucks 
  • Excellent visibility: bright colours, strong contrasts 
  • Easy to clean, repositionable on some versions 
  • Available in removable, permanent or reinforced versions 

Some models also comply with standards (colour safety standards, fire resistance, ESD compatibility, etc.). 

→ Secure your work areas without stopping production 

Le road marking tape is a fast, clean and economical alternative to painted markings. 

  • Immediate installation with no drying time 
  • No release of solvents and no interruption of activity 
  • Simple replacement if the layout changes 
  • Compatibility with Lean, 5S and workplace safety charters 
  • High resistance to trampling and rolling impacts 

An ideal solution for industries looking to improve clarity of their logistics flows or danger zones. 

→ Adopt a flexible solution for durable marking 

Le adhesive marking tape combine ease of application and resistance. It is available in several materials: 

  • Soft PVC: excellent conformability and abrasion resistance 
  • Polypropylene or polyester: more rigid, suitable for stable areas 
  • Rubber: for environments with vibrations or uneven floors 

Available in a range of standard colours: 

  • Yellow and black marking tape Dangerous or prohibited areas 
  • Red and white marking tape temporary risk zones 
  • Other colours available: green, blue, orange, black, white... 

→ Select the best ribbons for your environment 

Marking tape 3M - 3M™ 471 

  • Flexible vinyl tape widely used indoors 
  • Excellent conformability on curved surfaces 
  • Available in 8 bright colours for clear signage 
  • Very good resistance to abrasion and frequent cleaning 

Marking tape tesa - Tesa® 4169 

  • Designed for outdoor use and high-traffic areas 
  • High resistance to UV, chemicals and forklift trucks 
  • Strong, long-lasting adhesion, even on rough concrete 
  • Meets the requirements of the food and pharmaceutical industries 

Nitto marking tape - Nitto 2280 

  • Highly durable flexible PVC tape 
  • Perfect for floor demarcation in logistics or industrial environments 
  • Good mechanical strength and adhesion, even on painted surfaces 
  • Available in several standard colours 

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The marking tapes are essential for space management and safety in the following sectors: 

Industry & logistics 

  • Delimiting storage or traffic areas 
  • Signposting dangerous or prohibited areas 
  • Identification of workstations or equipment 

Construction & maintenance 

  • Temporary marking on building sites or work areas 
  • Securing pedestrian crossings or restricted access areas 
  • Signposting of sensitive areas or equipment out of order 

Tertiary & ERP environments 

  • Signposting of customer routes or internal flows 
  • Marking locations for equipment or furniture 
  • Accessibility compliance (PRM areas, visual contrasts, etc.) 

→ A reliable technical solution from stock 

At ADDEV MaterialsWe can provide you with a complete range of professional marking tapes to meet industrial requirements. 

Our commitments: 

  • Leading references (3M, Tesa, Nitto...) available from stock 
  • Technical support to help you choose the right surface, traffic and environment 
  • Colours complying with signage standards 
  • Fast delivery and logistics tracking 
  • Samples available on request for testing under real conditions 

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 📞 Our technical team can help you to choose the marking tape adapted to your floor, your traffic and your safety objectives. Samples and quotes within 48 hours. 

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FAQ - Marking tape

The tape requires no drying time, is easy to replace and emits no VOCs, making it more flexible. 

A thick, strong ribbon like tesa 4169 or the Nitto 2280 is recommended for areas with trolleys, pallets or rolling stock.

Yes, provided the surface is properly prepared (clean, dry, grease-free). High-adhesion tapes are suitable for these surfaces.

Yes, some models like the tesa 4169 are formulated to resist UV, water and temperature variations.

Yes, some references are designed to be removed without leaving any residue, ideal for events or worksites.

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