Industrial Uses of Anti-Slip Tape | Ramps, Machinery & Loading Docks
12th Jul 2025
Industrial Applications of Anti-Slip Tape: Ramps, Machinery & Loading Docks
Industrial slips and trips cost businesses millions in injuries and lost productivity. One simple, effective solution? Anti-slip tape. It enhances traction in critical zones—without requiring major construction or downtime.
Why Anti-Slip Tape Works in Industry
Whether it’s a warehouse floor or a loading ramp, anti-slip tape is a fast, low-cost safety upgrade. It adheres securely to metal, concrete, or resin floors—even in wet or oily conditions.
Key Industrial Applications
1. Loading Dock Edges & Ramps
Apply coarse grit tape to trailer ramps, dock plates, or outdoor aprons to prevent accidents where weather and heavy traffic intersect.
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2. Warehouse Walkways
Highlight pedestrian-only zones using bright, anti-slip floor tape. It keeps workers safe and improves compliance with HSE guidelines.
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3. Metal Staircases & Platforms
Metal stairs and catwalks can be treacherous when wet. Grip tape provides quick traction without welding or bolting extra hardware.
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4. Machinery Access Points
Install strips at step-ups, maintenance platforms, or foot placements on equipment to reduce service-related slips.
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5. Oily and Wet-Prone Zones
Where oils or solvents are present, use chemical-resistant grip tape to maintain performance in harsh industrial conditions.
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6. Forklift Traffic Areas
Use coloured or hazard-striped tape to define forklift speed zones, corners, and crossings that require added visibility and grip.
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Choosing the Right Tape
Application Area | Recommended Tape |
---|---|
Outdoor docks & ramps | Coarse grit, weatherproof tape |
Wet/oily zones | Chemical & oil-resistant tape |
Metal walkways | Conformable, high-adhesion grip tape |
Warehouse floors | Hazard-coloured anti-slip tape |
Forklift traffic zones | coloured or striped warning tape |
Compliance & Safety Benefits
- Helps meet HSE guidelines for slip prevention
- Minimises injury-related downtime
- Ideal for short-term leases or rented sites
- Quick application—no drills, bolts, or shutdowns required
Industrial Safety Tape from National Stair Nosings
We stock a full range of industrial-grade safety tape built for real-world conditions. From coarse grit for ramps to hazard tape for warehouse zones, we’ve got the tape that fits your safety goals.
- → Heavy-Duty Anti-Slip Tape
- → Premier Grade Anti-Slip Tape
- → Coarse resilient Tape for kitchens
- → Hazard Marking Tape
- → Glow In The Dark Tape
Need guidance? Contact our support team for advice on selecting industrial tape by industry, foot traffic, or exposure type.