You have most likely seen markings on the pavement, a sidewalk, or even a piece of dirt — usually in an area where construction is about to take place. They may look like colored lines, but you may also see bright symbols or colored flags running along a property. They’re used to mark utility lines that often run underground. And without them, these areas could get damaged or even destroyed. It can also cause serious injury or even death to someone who is working in these areas, because they won’t know where those lines are located.
Engineering Supply has a broad selection of flagging tape that can be used by any professional surveyor. If you’re marking a property boundary or utility line, you can benefit from using these products. Even if you’re working in logging, forestry, or landscaping, you can use our selection of marking ribbon to catalog natural landmarks that are important to the work you’re doing. Be sure to look at what we have in stock, so you can find a product that will meet your specific needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is flagging tape?
Flagging tape or marking ribbon can be used to identify certain critical areas of a job site, which may be necessary for a variety of reasons. Surveyor’s tape is important for people who need to scope out a certain area, but it can also be used for any of the following reasons:
- Mapping
- Tagging
- Roping off areas
- Marking applications.
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How can marking ribbon be used in surveying?
Flagging tape can be used by surveyors to mark land boundaries, which may be needed for a specific purpose. And because these markers may need to be there for months or even years while a project is still in development, the color needs to stay bright for a long period of time. This is one of the primary features of surveyor’s tape. The color won’t fade over time, regardless of the sun, wind, rain, or any other weather condition.
What is blue flagging ribbon used for?
Blue flagging tape is often used in forestry to indicate the presence of potable water. And because it needs to be visible, it’s often in a bright, fluorescent color. Marking ribbon can also be used in any home improvement or DIY project to mark certain areas (such as newly planted trees or bushes). This may be necessary to prevent damage or to mark property boundaries.
Can I buy custom flagging ribbon?
If you need a custom color for your flagging tape or marking ribbon, there are places where you can order and purchase whatever you need. But feel free to look at the broad selection of surveyor's tape we have at Engineer Supply. We’re sure you’ll be able to find a product that will meet your specific needs.
Where can I buy quality flagging ribbon?
If you’re looking for one of the best places to buy flagging tape or marking ribbon, Engineer Supply has whatever you need. All of our products are from some of the best manufacturers in the industry. So if you want to find surveyor’s tape that will meet your specific needs, be sure to look at what we have in our inventory.