It’s fair to say that everyone felt the impact of the pandemic in some way — from long supermarket queues to remote working, or simply missing time with family and friends.
Yet even during those difficult months, one thing stood out: the incredible dedication of key workers who kept the country running. At Custom Tape, we were proud to do our part by supporting those on the front lines — helping workplaces stay safe, distanced, and operational when it mattered most.
Keeping Essential Services Equipped and Safe
When many industries slowed down, essential services like healthcare, logistics, and food supply chains had to continue — safely. We shifted our focus to supplying social distancing tape, barrier tape, and adhesive floor marking tape for:
NHS and healthcare facilities
Pharmacies and supermarkets
Warehouses and delivery depots
Local councils and public buildings
These tapes became vital for maintaining clear spacing guidelines and helping teams manage queues and work zones. It was a small contribution, but it helped thousands of key workers carry on their essential roles safely.
Adapting Our Operations to Meet Demand
As orders surged, our production team quickly adapted to meet the new demand for safety and distance-marking tape.
We introduced flexible evening shifts, reorganised workflows, and implemented strict health measures to keep our employees safe while maintaining the same quality and turnaround we’ve upheld for over a decade.
It wasn’t always easy, but the teamwork and sense of purpose across our business made a big difference. Every roll of printed tape we produced went out with care — destined for hospitals, warehouses, and local stores working hard to keep communities supplied.
Supporting the Community Beyond the Workplace
One of the most inspiring parts of that period was seeing how communities came together. We joined countless others in showing appreciation for NHS and key workers, celebrating their efforts and resilience.
Our customers were amazing too — many used our custom printed tapes not just for safety, but for positive messages like “Thank You NHS” or “Keep Safe.” It showed that even something as simple as tape can help spread encouragement and unity.
What We Learned
That time reminded us of a few lasting lessons:
Packaging and signage matter — clear, visible messages keep people safe.
Adaptability is key — when the world changes, so should we.
People come first — from our production team to the delivery drivers and supermarket staff, everyone played a part.
Today, many of those products — from floor marking tape to barrier tape — continue to be used in workplaces, schools, and warehouses to promote safety and efficiency.
Still Here to Support UK Businesses
While the most difficult days of the pandemic are behind us, our commitment to supporting UK businesses hasn’t changed. We continue to produce reliable, high-quality printed safety tapes, floor marking tapes, and barrier tapes — helping companies stay organised, compliant, and safe.
If you’d like advice on choosing the right tape for your workspace, our friendly UK-based team is always happy to help.
Stay safe, stay supported — Custom Tape.
