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Made in America Since 1980

Four decades of adhesive innovation from Cleveland, Ohio

Duck Pro Tape Manufacturing Facility

Building Bonds That Last

Duck Pro Tape was founded in 1980 in Cleveland, Ohio with a single mission: manufacture the strongest, most reliable adhesive tape in America.

What started in a 15,000 sq ft facility with 12 employees has grown into a 250,000 sq ft state-of-the-art manufacturing campus employing 250 skilled workers. But our core values haven't changed - quality, innovation, and American craftsmanship.

Today, we produce over 10 million rolls of duck tape monthly, serving 50,000+ businesses across 65 countries. From e-commerce warehouses to construction sites, HVAC contractors to automotive assembly lines - our adhesive solutions are the silent partners in operations that demand reliability.

Every roll. Every day. Made in USA.

45+

Years Manufacturing

50K+

Business Customers

65+

Countries Served

10M+

Rolls Produced Monthly

Our Journey

45 years of innovation and growth

1980: The Beginning

Robert Mitchell founds Duck Pro Tape in a 15,000 sq ft facility with 12 employees and one production line. First product: original yellow duct tape for HVAC contractors.

1987: Facility Expansion

Doubled production capacity to meet growing demand. Introduced first colored duck tape options (black, white, silver) based on contractor feedback.

1993: Quality Certification

Achieved ISO 9001 certification, becoming one of the first adhesive tape manufacturers in the region to meet international quality standards.

2001: Packaging Tape Launch

Expanded product line to serve e-commerce boom. Developed high-speed packaging tape compatible with automated dispensers for fulfillment centers.

2010: New Manufacturing Campus

Opened current 250,000 sq ft state-of-the-art facility on Adhesive Innovation Drive. Installed advanced coating technology increasing production capacity 5x.

2015: Sustainability Initiative

Launched comprehensive environmental program. Achieved ISO 14001 certification and began developing eco-friendly adhesive formulations.

2022: Solar Power Installation

Installed 2,400 solar panels generating 38% of facility energy needs. Reduced carbon emissions by 27% from 2020 baseline.

2023: Eco-Friendly Product Line

Launched recyclable duck tape with bio-based adhesive. First industrial-strength tape achieving USDA BioPreferred certification while matching petroleum-based performance.

2024: Innovation Continues

Introduced Ultra-Strong Waterproof formula with 300% enhanced holding power. Expanded custom die-cutting capabilities for automotive and manufacturing OEM partners.

Leadership Team

Industry experts driving innovation

Michael Chen - Chief Product Officer

Michael Chen

Chief Product Officer | 18 Years Experience

Adhesive Technology Material Science 12 Patents

Michael Chen leads our product innovation team with 18 years of experience in polymer chemistry and adhesive engineering. He holds 12 patents in pressure-sensitive adhesive technology and has pioneered our eco-friendly tape formulations that maintain industrial-grade performance. Prior to joining Duck Pro Tape in 2014, Michael was Senior Research Scientist at 3M's Adhesives Division. He earned his Ph.D. in Materials Science from MIT in 2006.

Certifications & Standards

Verified commitment to quality and environmental responsibility

ISO 9001:2015
ISO 9001:2015

Quality Management

ISO 14001:2015
ISO 14001:2015

Environmental Management

ASTM D3330
ASTM D3330

Peel Adhesion Testing

Made in USA
Made in USA

American Manufacturing

Why 50,000+ Businesses Choose Us

Consistent Quality

ISO 9001 certified manufacturing ensures every roll meets exact specifications. Batch testing on all production runs with documented traceability.

Fast Fulfillment

98% of orders ship within 24 hours. Strategic warehouse locations ensure 2-3 day delivery to 90% of US addresses.

Expert Support

Technical advisors with an average of 12 years adhesive industry experience. Free application consultation and product recommendations.

Custom Solutions

In-house die-cutting and custom formulation capabilities. Prototype to production in as little as 2 weeks for OEM partners.

Proven Performance

300 lb tensile strength verified by ASTM testing. Real-world validation through partnerships with Fortune 500 companies.

Sustainable Choice

ISO 14001 certified with eco-friendly product options. Help your business meet sustainability goals without performance compromise.

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