INTRODUCTION TO TAPE MEASURES

Everyone from do-it-yourselfers to contractors need a dependable and durable tape measure. You can rely on Empire tapes to be accurate.

POWER GRIP TAPES
The thick, molded rubber boot fits comfortably in hand for better control and absorbs impact. Durable slide lock keeps the blade in place and ensures accuracy. Blades range from 3/4'' - 1'' wide by 16' - 35' long.
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OPEN REEL TAPES
Designed for long distances up to 200'. Available in both fiberglass and nylon clad blades, these tapes will not corrode or distort.
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CLOSED CASE TAPES
Designed for long distances up to 100'. Has a comfortable grip, durable case and large rewind handle to quickly retrieve.
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  • SOUL OF A BUILDER SINCE 1919
    • 1919
    • 1922
      1922
      Adjustable level
      invented by Empire
    • 1935
      1935
      First torpedo level
    • 1956
      1956
      Empire introduces
      Extruded Aluminum levels
    • 1965
      1965
      Empire invents the
      Magnetic level
    • 1967
      1967
      Mono Vial
      revolutionizes
      the industry
    • 1978
      1978
      Empire develops
      Polycast® levels
    • 1994
      1994
      Titan Box level
      is introduced
    • 2004
      2004
      Empire introduces
      True Blue®
    • 2005
      2005
      e70 is
      introduced
    • 2006
      2006
      em71 is
      introduced
    • 2007
      2007
      e50 is
      introduced
    • 2009
      2009
      True Blue® e100
      is introduced
    • 2010
      2010
      Launch QuadBox Chassis
    • 2010
      2010
      Aquired
      American Level