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Conspicuity Tapes for Regulated Vehicles and Trailers
Increased visibility for improved safety.
3M reflective conspicuity tape helps improve the visibility and safety of your vehicles and trailers. Conspicuity tape complies with DOT reflectivity, pattern, and vehicle placement standards.
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Comply With Regulations. Protect Your Vehicles.
Government regulations call for conspicuity tape on certain types of vehicles and trailers to help prevent traffic accidents, injuries, and deaths. The NHTSA estimates that, annually, these regulations help prevent between 191 and 350 accidental deaths, up to 5,000 injuries, and 7,800 crashes compared to fleets without conspicuity tape. ¹
Need reflective tape for daily use? Learn how 3M reflective tape can help you improve the visibility of your unregulated vehicles, equipment, or property.
Conspicuity Applications
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MotorcyclesIncreasing your motorcycle's nighttime visibility can potentially save your life. 3M™ Reflective Marking Tapes are a simple solution for upgrading the safety of your motorcycle. A recent study by the Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS) showed that retroreflective markings, can help increase the visual detection of two-wheelers by other motorists.
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Trucks and Trailers3M™ Diamond Grade™ Conspicuity Markings Series 983 are the best “real world” solution to increase a vehicle’s visibility. Here’s why. Starts bright, stays bright - After 2,000 hours of accelerated weathering,* Series 983 showed the smallest change in brightness (<10%)**
*Xe Arc Test as per ASTM D4956-19 Method 1 **Compared to markings from select manufacturers (DOT-C2 regulated marking colours).
Regulations for Trucks and Trailers (FMVSS 108)
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Freight Rail CarsEnhanced visibility down the line. Make your rail cars more visible with 3M™ Diamond Grade™ Rail Car Markings.
Regulations for Freight Rail Cars (FRA-224)
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School BusesHelp improve safety for students and motorists. Give your school buses outstanding visibility with 3M™ Diamond Grade™ School Bus Markings.
Regulations for School Buses (FMVSS 217)
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Fire Trucks and Emergency VehiclesRetroreflectivity to the rescue. Increase the visibility of your fire trucks, ambulances, police cars and other emergency vehicles with 3M™ Emergency Vehicle Markings.
Regulations for Fire Trucks and Fire Apparatus (NFPA 1901)
Learn about the regulations and benefits of reflective conspicuity markings.
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Learn about the potential savings of using conspicuity tape versus the potential financial impact of a crash.
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Even when it’s not required, reflective tape makes a visible difference in safety.
Featured Conspicuity Tape Products for Regulated Vehicle Markings
Learn more about how these conspicuity tape products can help you improve the visibility of your vehicles and trailers, reduce accidents, and comply with federal regulations.
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3M™ Diamond Grade™ Conspicuity Markings Series 983
High-visibility conspicuity tape with DOT-C2 mark for large trucks, trailers, buses, emergency vehicles, rail cars and other applications.
- Exceeds NHTSA requirements
- High retroreflectivity at wide angles (almost 90 degrees from perpendicular)
- Strong pressure-sensitive adhesion
- Easy-to-apply and remove
- Durable polycarbonate construction
- 10-year prorated warranty
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3M™ Flexible Conspicuity Tape Series 913
Flexible, easy-to-apply conspicuity tape that delivers high visibility around corners and curves on vehicles, trailers and equipment.
- Meets FMVSS 108 regulations
- UV durable to last in harsh environments
- Can be applied in temperatures as low as 1.6°C
- Thin, flexible and easy-to-apply
- 5-year warranty
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3M Conspicuity Tape can help your trucks, trailers and other large vehicles stand out day or night, rain or shine. Easy-to-install and highly visible with bright retroreflectivity at wide angles. Built to last with strong adhesion and durable materials. Keep your trucks and trailers visible for the long haul.
Additional Resources
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