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Signaltape® Underground Warning Tape

High-strength underground warning tape engineered to pull to the surface when encountered in excavation.
Diagram of how Signaltape works

Tracetape® Detectable Marking Tape

Detectable marking tape composed of two layers of woven film and a jacketed tracer wire.
Diagram of Tracetape location method

Boretrace® Detectable Marking Tape

Detectable marker tape design for directional boring applications featuring a jacketed tracer wire and high-strength para-aramid fiber.
Illustration depicting the HDD installation process of Boretrace™ Detectable Marking Tape

Channeltape™ Utility Identification Sleeve

By increasing visibility, Channeltape™ helps to prevent accidents that can lead to costly repairs and downtime for temporary above ground lines.
Diagram showing fiber optic protection sleeve creating attention from lawn mower to prevent damage.

3M™ Pathmarking Tapes

Revolutionizing underground utility location through the use of RF technology and the optional inclusion of Signaltape® Technology.
Diagram of 3M Warning Tape 7900 Series location method