Shurtape

Shurtape Technologies traces its roots to 1880, when Shuford Mills was established as a North Carolina textile manufacturer. A tape division formed in 1955 grew steadily and was spun off as the independent company Shurtape Technologies in 1996.

The company remains a family owned, fifth generation business headquartered in Hickory, North Carolina. Its manufacturing facilities include the original duct tape plant in Stony Point, North Carolina, established in 1972. Shurtape now operates 13 manufacturing facilities and employs roughly 1,500 people worldwide.

Product Lines

Shurtape produces professional grade tapes for trade applications, including foil tape, duct tape, masking tape, and packaging tape sold under the Shurtape brand. The company's portfolio also includes Duck brand consumer duct tape, FrogTape painter's tape, Painter's Mate tape, T-Rex heavy duty tape, and Pro Tapes specialty products.

Tape constructions span gaffer tape, foil tape for HVAC duct sealing, hot melt adhesive tapes, and masking products. The masking products are formulated for different surfaces and removal timelines. Together they give contractors options across sheet metal, drywall, and general jobsite applications.

Why Contractors Specify Shurtape

HVAC installers rely on Shurtape foil and duct tapes to seal ductwork joints and seams. The adhesive formulations are built for the temperature swings and vibration found in mechanical systems. Consistent roll widths and adhesive performance reduce the need for rework on sealed joints.

Having one manufacturer produce both general purpose and specialty tapes lets crews stock fewer products. Crews can still match tape type to task, from temporary masking during finishing work to permanent duct seam sealing.

How to Choose Shurtape Products

Matching tape to substrate is the starting point. Foil tape is formulated for sealing metal ductwork. Masking tapes are designed for paint lines on drywall, trim, or glass, and they vary by how long they can stay adhered before removal.

Installers should also weigh the temperature range the tape will face in service. HVAC duct seams experience different conditions than interior masking applications. They should also confirm whether a UL listed or code compliant tape is required for the project.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Shurtape foil tape and standard duct tape?

Foil tape is designed to seal HVAC ductwork seams and withstand the heat cycles of a duct system. Standard duct tape is better suited to general purpose jobsite repairs than to sealed duct joints.

Can Shurtape masking tape be left on for multiple days during a paint job?

It depends on the product. Masking tapes vary by how long they can stay adhered before removal, so the right tape depends on how long it will remain on trim or glass.

Is Shurtape foil tape made for sealing metal ductwork seams?

Foil tape in the Shurtape lineup is manufactured for sealing metal duct joints and seams as part of HVAC installation work.

What is the difference between Shurtape brand tape and the company's Duck or FrogTape brands?

Shurtape brand products are professional grade tapes for trade applications. Duck is consumer duct tape, and FrogTape is painter's tape. Both brands are part of the portfolio of the parent company, Shurtape Technologies.

Does Shurtape make heavy duty tape for jobsite repairs beyond ductwork?

Yes. The company's portfolio includes T-Rex heavy duty tape, along with duct tape and other products for general jobsite applications beyond HVAC duct sealing.