STANLEY, the world’s leading tape producer and a Stanley Black & Decker trademark, has announced the release of CONTROL-LOCK tape measures for strength, reach, and measuring control.
STANLEY CONTROL-LOCK tapes are available in lengths ranging from 12 to 30 feet and feature a durable, yet lightweight compact design with an incorporated finger brake*, giving users full control and protection when extending and retracting the blade.
“Being the top tape maker, we understand that professionals require tapes they can rely on. That is why STANLEY tapes are always being innovated to improve the user experience “Stanley Black & Decker Global Product Manager of Tapes, Peter Gabriele, stated. “STANLEY CONTROL-LOCK tapes are engineered to strike the perfect balance between size, performance and comfort – empowering tradespeople to tackle any job with confidence and ease.”
The following qualities distinguish STANLEY CONTROL-LOCK tapes for use on professional job sites:
- For maximum comfort and usability, the design is lightweight, small, and ergonomic.
- An incorporated finger brake improves blade control when measuring and retracting*.
- Pro-grade performance 1-In. blade width and 12-Ft. max reach**
- Protective rubber over-molded casing
- BladeArmor coating treated to the first 3-In. for durability and abrasion resistance.
The STANLEY CONTROL-LOCK tape range includes 12-Ft., 16-Ft., 25-Ft., 8M/26-Ft., and 30-Ft. tapes sold in recyclable packaging, a significant step forward in reducing single-use plastic from this package design.
* Except for the 12-Ft. variant, all STANLEY CONTROL-LOCK tapes incorporate a finger brake.
**Maximum reach based on an average end user’s maximum extension.
