We’ve been aware of the use of duct tape as a crafts item and have even periodically written about clever items made with duct tape. Until recently, I had no idea how big this crafts industry has become. It is pretty impressive. One of the most highly traveled web sites for people who run their […]
The Spoof, an “alternative” news source has stepped in to clear up some historical inaccuracies regarding the invention of duct tape. Not only do they straighten out the ongoing confusion between the terms “duct tape” and “duck tape”, but they provide give credit where credit is due by honoring 80’s icon McGyver by acknowledging him […]
Banner Ups, a maker of accessories and supplies for banner manufacturers has announced their Mega Tape, an adhesive tape designed for hemming banners without sewing or installing grommets. Once the tape is folded into the hem of a banner, it is invisible, so it can be used on two sided displays. Banner Ups has tested […]
This new tape is intended as a first aid item, but on a hot July day, a new product from Fieldtex Products might be just what the doctor ordered. Ice Tape is designed to cool by evaporation. It is a “self adhering” tape that can bring immediate relief from swelling by applying directly to an […]
Rescue Tape, the emergency silicone repair tape, has announced that sport fishing legend Ronnie Kovach will be their official spokesperson. Rescue Tape will feature an appearance by Kovach at this weeks ICAST fishing expo in Las Vegas. Rescue Tape sees lots of growth opportunities in the the sports fishing industry where quick and reliable repairs […]
If you’re like me and start a project, only to forget about it as soon as a better opportunity comes along, then you’ve probably faced this problem. I’m talking about doing all the prep work on a painting job and then moving on to something else (fishing, maybe?). It’s fine to sand and grind and […]