About Us
Since inventing reflective materials more than 65 years ago, 3M has been the worldwide leader in developing products, systems, and services for the transportation safety, traffic management, vehicle registration and commercial transportation markets. Products are backed by extensive research and development, solid warranties, a broad spectrum of value-added services, and 3M's total involvement in the transportation safety and management industry.
Improving materials, systems, and services to better serve motorists in today's challenging driving conditions has become a critical transportation issue. 3M constantly upgrades its product, system and service offerings by developing and integrating new technologies into total solutions that improve traffic management and enhance motorist safety.
3M Traffic Safety Systems Division product line is sold direct to government agencies and to those companies who supply government with traffic-related products, systems and services. Related 3M reflective products for consumer and commercial needs, such as reflective bicycle tires, reflective fabric and yarns, and sheeting and films for decorative and commercial applications are sold through other 3M channels (see Related 3M Websites on this page).
Research and Development
3M is committed to product quality, innovation, and safety. We use the most advanced manufacturing and testing equipment to ensure that our products are safe, efficient, and effective. Our Transportation Safety Research Center is a state-of-the-art facility. Take a "virtual tour" and contact us to schedule a personal visit. In addition, human factors research is conducted on as many levels as possible, including visibility, legibility and motorist needs.
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Full Product Line
3M is a full-line supplier to the government transportation safety and management industry, including:
Sales Representatives
3M sales representatives are located throughout the country and are available to assist customers before, during and after the purchase of 3M products. They respond quickly to customer needs and are committed to providing assistance with new concepts and products which help solve transportation safety problems.
Customer Service
Customer service representatives are organized into regional teams offering complete product information/ordering service. The toll-free number (800-553-1380) is answered from 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CST, Monday through Friday.
Technical Service
3M's technical service representatives are available to assist our customers in using and applying 3M's products in the most effective way possible. They will assist with employee training, consult regarding production efficiency, and respond to any issues in the application of 3M products. The toll-free number (800-553-1380) is answered from 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CST, Monday through Friday.
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