Shurtape Technologies, LLC, the parent company of T-Rex® Tape brand, is proud to announce that its T-Rex® Heavy-Duty, Extra-Wide Waterproof and Repair Tape has been awarded a 2026 Pro Tool Innovation Award (PTIA). The tape offers industry-first hand-tearability, liner-free application and waterproof performance in a highly conformable design. This marks Pro Tool Innovation's 14th year of recognizing the most innovative and leading-edge tools, accessories and fasteners across the construction, automotive, landscaping, professional trade and DIY markets.
The 2026 Pro Tool Innovation Awards saw nearly 400 entries from more than 100 manufacturers who presented new and innovative products in over a dozen categories. These entries were carefully reviewed by a panel of judges comprised of industry experts and trade professionals who lent their expertise in evaluating and selecting the winning products. The sheer number of entries this year testifies to the level of competition in the marketplace as well as the nonstop innovation that is prevalent in these industries. The PTIA judges had the following to say about the T-Rex® Heavy-Duty, Extra-Wide Waterproof and Repair Tape:
"We’ve seen waterproof tape before, but not something this robust, which still manages to allow tearing by hand—and without the use of a liner backing. T-Rex® Heavy-Duty, Extra-Wide Waterproof and Repair Tape features a highly conformable, thin-profile construction that looks perfect for anything from underwater repairs to gutters or anything in between. This tape gives you a UV-protected, waterproof adhesive with up to 900% elongation and temperature tolerance from -20 F to 190 F. It’s even repositionable, so you can get it just right."
“Each year, the Pro Tool Innovation Awards honor those products that shake up the industry and carve new pathways for performance, ergonomics, features, and value,” said Clint DeBoer, General Manager for the PTIA. “We are thrilled to see the level of innovation this year continue to make often dramatic strides. This awards program showcases just how much product development is leveraging new technologies and manufacturing efficiencies to make a real impact for consumers.”
Now in its 14th year, the PTIA judging panel of industry experts and professionals selected winners based on an in-depth evaluation of what makes these products innovative in their respective fields. The 2026 Pro Tool Innovation Award winners represent companies and products that are shaping the construction, landscaping, automotive and manufacturing industries.
Reflecting on this year’s Pro Tool Innovation Awards, Kenny Koehler, Editor-in-Chief for Pro Tool Reviews, added, “We saw some truly competitive entries in the awards this year. We are privileged to be able to call out those tools and products that set new standards for performance and value. Being a Pro Tool Innovation Awards Winner is a true mark of excellence in a very competitive industry that moves quickly.”
“We're honored to receive a Pro Tool Innovation Award this year,” said Katherine Kerka, Product Manager at Shurtape Technologies, LLC. “Knowing the recognition comes from professionals who depend on their tools every day makes it even more meaningful. T-Rex® Heavy-Duty Extra-Wide Waterproof & Repair Tape was designed for tough repairs in tough conditions, whether that's a damp basement, a rainy jobsite or an outdoor fix that can't wait. We're proud to be recognized for delivering the strength and durability users expect from T-Rex®.”
For more information about T-Rex® Heavy-Duty, Extra-Wide Waterproof and Repair Tape, visit trextape.com. Visit protoolinnovationawards.com for more about the Pro Tool Innovation Awards.
About the Pro Tool Innovation Awards
The annual Pro Tool Innovation Awards (PTIA) began in 2013 and are judged by a panel of professional tradesmen and trade media representatives in the electrical, plumbing, MRO, and concrete fields, as well as landscaping professionals, general contractors, mechanics, and builders. The Pro Tool Innovation Awards seek to discover and recognize the most innovative tools, accessories, and products across a wide variety of industries and categories. Learn more at protoolinnovationawards.com.
About T-Rex® Brand Tape
T-Rex® Tape uses modern, next-generation technology to produce premium tapes that perform well in all conditions – helping everyone from do-it-yourselfers and professionals to extreme sport athletes and outdoorsmen get the job done. T-Rex® brand products are marketed by Shurtape Technologies, LLC, an industry-leading manufacturer of adhesive tape and consumer home and office products, with facilities worldwide. For additional product information, visit trextape.com, find us on Facebook® (facebook.com/trextape), follow us on X® (@trextape) or watch us on YouTube® (youtube.com/trextape).
About Shurtape Technologies, LLC
Headquartered in Hickory, N.C., Shurtape Technologies, LLC, is an industry-leading manufacturer and marketer of adhesive tape and consumer home and office products, with facilities in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Mexico, Peru, United Arab Emirates, Australia and China. Together, our subsidiaries serve numerous markets, including DIY, home products, industrial/MRO, building and construction, electrical, packaging, HVAC/insulation, professional paint, automotive, marine, aerospace, arts and entertainment, graphic arts, sound control, medical and retail. Learn more at ShurtapeTech.com.