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Type 3 Barricades with Reflective Tape

type 3 barricades, type 3 barricade, type iii barricade, type iii barricades, type 2 barricades, type 2 barricade, type 1 barricade, type 1 barricades, traffic barricade, traffic barricades3M is the company or brand of reflective tape that is most common on type 3 barricades.  Hi intensity sheeting and prismatic are one and the same usually, so if you hear the term it is can be switched sometimes.  Type 3 barricade sheeting from 3M meets the ASTM D4956-09 Outdoor Weathering and Colorfastness requirements.

The UV rating of reflective tape can usually be measured and all you have to do is find out who manufactures the tape, and ask they can give you a document explaining the UV rating.  Though the document can be hard to understand, it is important to look into it if it is a job requirement.