Barrier Tape
Barrier tape marks and cordons off areas quickly and clearly, to direct traffic flows, close off hazardous zones and guide people the right way. At Nordguard you will find everything from simple tape and warning tape to retractable belt cassettes and magnetic tape, for construction, events, retail and industry.
Categories
Barrier Tape – Wall-Mounted Belt Cassette
Black/Yellow
Red/White
Black/Yellow
Red
Red/White
Red
Yellow
Orange
Choose the Right Type of Barrier Tape
The barrier tape you need depends on whether the barrier is temporary or permanent, and whether it will be attached to posts, cones or a wall. Below we go through the main types so you can find the right category for your situation.
Barrier Tape for Cones
Tapes and belts attached between traffic cones create a quick, portable outdoor barrier, common at road work and in parking lots. See the options under barrier tape for cones, which fit your cones.
Barrier Tape with Posts
With dedicated posts, you can build a freestanding barrier where there is nothing to attach to. This solution is common for queue management, events and temporary delineation indoors and outdoors. See barrier tape with posts.
Wall-Mounted Retractable Belt Barriers
A wall-mounted belt cassette extends a belt when needed and retracts it when not in use, keeping the area clear. Practical for recurring closures, such as at a door or passage. See wall-mounted retractable belt barriers.
Barrier Tape
For single use and quick marking, barrier tape, sometimes called caution tape or police tape, is the simplest choice. It's rolled out, attached and can be cut to length as needed. See barrier tape.
Color and Visibility
The color signals what the barrier means. Red and white is often used for danger and prohibition, yellow and black for caution and attention. Choose a color and tape that stand out clearly against the background, and reflective tape where visibility is poor or work is done in the dark.
Where Is Barrier Tape Used?
On construction sites, it closes off hazard zones; at events, it guides visitors; and in buildings, it marks temporarily closed areas. If you need a sturdier barrier, tape can be combined with stanchions or traffic cones. See our full range of crowd control products.
Frequently Asked Questions About Barrier Tape
For a quick, portable outdoor barrier, tape for cones works well. Where there is nothing to attach to, choose tape with dedicated posts. For recurring closures, a wall-mounted belt cassette is convenient, and for single use, barrier tape is sufficient.
Red and white is most often used for danger and no-entry, while yellow and black signals caution and attention. Choose the color based on the message and make sure the tape stands out clearly against its surroundings.
Barrier belts are often reusable and sit in a cassette or between posts and cones. Barrier tape, sometimes called caution tape or police tape, is thinner and intended for single use; it's rolled out and cut off.
A belt cassette contains a retractable belt that is pulled out when needed and retracts automatically afterward. It can be wall-mounted or attached to a post, and it keeps the area clear when the barrier isn't in use.
Yes. Tape for cones and posts is made for outdoor use and withstands the weather. For work in the dark or poor visibility, reflective tape that is visible even in headlights is recommended.
It varies between models, often from a few meters up to around nine meters per cassette. For longer distances, several cassettes can be connected in series. Check the tape length for each product.