3M has introduced a new reflective tape for working garment Scotchlite™ 5410 Diamond Mesh Trim, created by the technology of the production of waste
Traffic, construction and repair work are a source of danger, especially at night and in bad weather. According to the labor Ministry of Russia[i], the number of fatalities in the workplace in 2015 amounted to 2 089 workers. The number of accidents with severe consequences - 7 137. In this case, every eighth case occurred due to traffic accidents.
To protect the worker, whose activities take place outdoors, at night and in low light conditions, accident help reflective materials. 3M has created a new tape for working garment Scotchlite™ 5410 Diamond Mesh Trim that meets the requirements of safety and visibility working at any time and in any weather conditions.
Reflective tape Scotchlite™ 5410 Diamond Mesh Trim designed using a patented “cut & spread” (“cut and spread”), which eliminates intermediate waste in the production process that allows you to create 20% more light (compared to standard reflective tape), resource efficient and economical product. The ribbon has a permeability and high wear resistance, resistant to industrial washing.
“It often happens that the modern market requires a co-pay for innovative products with sustainable development, — said Ryan Gallagher, Director of development “reflective materials Scotchlite” 3M. — Decision 5410 Diamond Mesh Trim goes against this trend by providing companies and workers worldwide high quality reflective tape high visibility technology with the production of waste”.