V-MARK™ Reflective Material - Vulcanized reflective tape is widely used in all kinds of vehicle tires, and plays an important role in safety and beautification. is the reflective material products and natural rubber vulcanized into a rest, play a reflective effect, the reflective material is resistant to high temperature, do not fade, do not drop powder. Can process a variety of reflective vulcanization marks, mainly used in tires.

V-MARK™ Reflective Material - Reflective tape on the tire can improve the user's visibility in low light conditions such as night, dusk and rainy weather. By increasing its visibility, the reflective tape contributes to increased driving safety. It alerts other road users in poor visibility conditions, helping them avoid possible collisions and reducing the risk of accidents.

V-MARK™ Reflective Material – Reflective tapes for tires can be designed according to different tire sizes and vehicle types to ensure that they are suitable for various vehicle needs.

Item No. - TRF-ECE-R88

TRF- Tire reflective fabric

ECE-R88 - ECE-R88 Standard

V-MARK™ Reflective Material – Vehicle Conspicuity Markings for Europe Market conforms to the minimum coefficient of retroreflection requirements for Class C retro-reflective marking required by ECE R88 regulation in below table A.

Table A Minimum values for the coefficient of retro-reflection R’ [cd.m^-2. Lx^-1]​

While use V-MARK™ Reflective Material – Vehicle Conspicuity Markings enhances visibility, no reflective material can guarantee absolute visibility, particularly in adverse weather conditions. Performance will vary depending upon actual use, exposure conditions and maintenance. Users should test reflective material to satisfy conformance to their own requirements.

Tools Required 

• Clean cloths 

• Craft knife 

• Squeegee covered with a clean cloth to avoid scratching the material 

• Old vehicles only: Abrasive pad 

• Solvent Cleaner: Isopropyl alcohol (IPA) 

V-MARK™ Reflective Material – Vehicle Conspicuity Markings can be applied to new and used trucks and trailers with painted rigid sides, as well as  unpainted surfaces e.g. stainless steel 

Application temperature 

• To ensure proper adhesion between the tape and the cleaned substrate, bonding materials must be applied when both the substrate and tape temperature is between 15° C and 38° C. The temperature needs to be consistent for at least one hour after application.

• It is recommended that vehicle conspicuity markings are stored at temperatures between 18° C and 28° C. 

Where to apply 

• Use the guidelines provided in Regulations ( such as: ECE 104, DOT FMVSS 108 ) to ensure that the markings (tapes) is in general positioned correctly on the vehicle. 

• The user is responsible for determining whether the V-MARK™ product is fit for a particular purpose and suitable for the user’s application.

• Users are urged to carefully evaluate substrates for material adhesion and compatibility.

Listed below are guidelines for selected substrates. Material failures caused by the substrate or improper surface preparations are not the responsibility of manufacturer or its distributors.

Two-part polyurethane paints 

• Two-part polyurethane paints must be cured before applying V-MARK™ markings (tape). If the paint is not properly cured, outgassing will cause bubbles to form under the applied material and the adhesive will not adhere adequately. 

• V-MARK™ recommends testing for outgassing prior to applying vehicle conspicuity markings (tape). 

• For drying times, paint manufacturers’ guidelines are to be followed in all instances. While most paints are usually touch-dry within a few hours, dependent upon the primer, paint mixture and thickness, proper curing may make significantly longer, up to one week.  

GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastics) and/or gelcoated surfaces 

• Similar guidelines to the above will apply for composite materials such as GRP substrates and/or gelcoated surfaces, in that the substrate must be properly and fully cured before applying, otherwise outgassing may result. 

Outgassing Plastics 

• Polycarbonates, Polyprenes and other plastics can interact with the environment absorbing or outgassing moisture, or outgassing processing aids and solvent carriers for additives, which might cause the formation of bubbles on the film. Preliminary tests are essential to ensure that no adverse effects arise from this interaction. 

Stainless Steel 

• The same application guidelines and warranty as the standard product apply. 

Surface cleaning 

• The purpose of cleaning the substrate is to remove any dirt or contamination.

• It is very important that the surface is free of dust and grease, and ideally the surface should be smooth.

• Use a clean cloth with isopropyl alcohol to wipe the surface in one direction only to avoid spreading contamination. With a dry clean cloth wipe away the cleaner before evaporation.

• Repeat this process until the surface is clean, i.e. when there is no visual dirt or contamination transfer onto the cloth. Ensure the surface is dry and the isopropyl alcohol has completely evaporated before commencing application. 

V-MARK™ Reflective Material – Vehicle Conspicuity Markings will provide maximum durability when:

• Recommended procedures are followed.

• Marking is applied to vertical surfaces.

Actual durability will be based on actual customer use, field testing, exterior exposed testing and artificial weathering testing.

Durability can be reduced if recommended techniques are not followed:

• Failure to cut markings around rivets, seams and body are panels.

• Improper use of high pressure cleaning.

• Spillage of chemicals or solvents.

• Improper application or surface preparation.

Storage

• Cool, dry area out of direct sunlight.

• Temperature 65-82°F (18-28°C) humidity 30-50%.

• Store rolls horizontally, in carton or in original packaging.

Shelf Life

• Apply V-MARK™ Reflective Material – Vehicle Conspicuity Markings within two years of receipt of material.

Routine washing is recommended for maximum performance. The following cleaning methods are recommended.

• Wash with sponge, cloth or soft brush using water and detergent.

• Automatic truck/car wash or standard high-pressure hand spray:

Maximum pressure-1200 PSI/ 80 bar.

Maximum water/wash solution temperature- 140°F/ 60°C.

Minimum of 12 inches/ 30cm distance of cleaning jet(s) from markings.

• Cleaning wand or jets to be at no greater angle than 45 degrees from perpendicular to the marking surface.

When using metal brighteners, follow manufacturer’s recommendations for dilution.

When using cleaners/degreasers, make sure the product is suitable for vehicles and follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for dilution. Thoroughly rinse after soaking vehicle. Prolonged exposure to cleaners/degreasers can in some circumstances affect the material negatively. Prolonged exposure in combination with sunlight can reinforce cleaners/degreasers negative effect. 

Do not use solvents to clean the film, as they can adversely affect the product. If soap or detergent does not sufficiently clean the markings, vehicle conspicuity markings ( tapes ) can be gently rubbed with a cloth soaked in isopropyl alcohol to remove the stains. 

Important:

• The suitability of the intended care process must be determined by the end user.