Grip is an essential part of how a product feels, performs and functions. Whether someone is using a phone, tablet, remote control, gaming controller, hand tool, camera, medical device or piece of industrial equipment, the ability to hold it securely can make a significant difference. Smooth surfaces may look clean and modern, but they can also make products harder to handle, especially when they are used frequently or in demanding environments.
Heskins iGrips has been developed to provide a practical solution. It is a soft-touch, rubber-like, non-abrasive grip material designed to improve handling, control and comfort. Unlike abrasive anti slip tape, iGrips does not rely on a rough mineral surface. Instead, it uses a comfortable textured finish that improves grip while remaining pleasant to touch, making it ideal for handheld devices and products that come into direct contact with the user’s hands.
What is iGrips?
iGrips is a specialist non-abrasive grip material from Heskins. It has a soft, rubber-like feel with a raised textured surface that helps create a secure hold without the harshness of traditional abrasive materials. This makes it especially suitable for applications where comfort, control and appearance are all important.
Abrasive anti slip tape is highly effective for areas such as stairs, walkways, ramps and industrial floors, where footwear grip is the priority. iGrips serves a different purpose. It is designed for products and surfaces that are handled directly, where the user needs enhanced grip without discomfort. This makes it a strong choice for electronics, tools, handheld equipment, medical devices and custom product applications.
Anti Slip Grip Material for Electronics
Modern electronic devices are often manufactured with smooth plastics, glass, coated metals or polished finishes. While these materials can look professional, they can also reduce grip. This is particularly noticeable on devices such as tablets, phones, gaming controllers, VR controllers, cameras, remote controls, scanners and portable electronic equipment.
Applying iGrips to these types of products can help users maintain a firmer hold and reduce the risk of accidental drops. On gaming controllers, it can improve control during longer sessions. On cameras and handheld scanners, it can help provide steadier handling. On remote controls, tablets and mobile devices, it can make everyday use more secure and comfortable.
For manufacturers and product designers, iGrips can also be incorporated into the design of a product rather than added afterwards. This makes it suitable not only as a retrofit grip solution, but also as a component for improving the usability and perceived quality of new devices.
A Soft Alternative to Abrasive Grip Tape
Not every application needs an aggressive anti slip surface. In many cases, a rough abrasive material would be unsuitable, particularly when the surface is touched regularly by hand. Abrasive materials can feel uncomfortable, may not suit consumer products and can look too industrial for certain applications.
iGrips provides a softer alternative. Its non-abrasive texture gives users additional grip while maintaining a comfortable, tactile finish. This makes it suitable for products where the grip material needs to feel integrated, controlled and user-friendly.
This is one of the key reasons iGrips is suitable for electronics, tools, medical equipment and commercial products. It improves handling without changing the product into something that feels harsh or difficult to use. For businesses searching for soft touch grip tape, rubber-like grip material or non-abrasive grip tape, iGrips offers a more refined option.
Suitable for Industrial, Commercial and Medical Applications
Although iGrips is particularly useful for electronics, its applications extend much further. In industrial settings, it can be used on tool handles, machine controls, warehouse scanners, pallet truck handles and other equipment where improved grip helps users work with more confidence. In commercial environments, it can be applied to product handles, display equipment, handheld devices and customer-facing products where comfort and appearance matter.
Medical and laboratory equipment can also benefit from a soft, non-abrasive grip surface. Many devices used in these environments need to be handled carefully and accurately. Adding iGrips can support better control, particularly where small instruments or portable equipment are used regularly.
The material is also suitable for accessibility-focused products, where improved grip can help users maintain independence and control. For people who may struggle with dexterity, a more secure surface can make everyday products easier to hold and use.
Self-Adhesive and Non-Adhesive Options
Heskins supplies iGrips in both self-adhesive and non-adhesive formats. The self-adhesive version is suitable for straightforward application to clean, dry surfaces and is ideal for customers who want to upgrade existing products or equipment. The non-adhesive option provides greater flexibility for manufacturers or specialist applications where the material may need to be bonded, converted or incorporated into a production process in a different way.
This flexibility allows iGrips to be used across both small-scale and large-scale applications. It can be applied to individual items, used in batch production, or supplied as part of a custom manufacturing requirement.
Custom Die Cut and Printed iGrips
One of the major advantages of iGrips is that it can be customised. Heskins can supply the material in custom die cut shapes, allowing it to fit specific products, surfaces, handles or device areas. This is especially useful for manufacturers who need repeatable grip pads for a defined application.
Custom die cut iGrips can help create a neat, professional finish. Rather than cutting material manually, businesses can receive grip pieces made to the required shape and size, ready for application or integration into production.
Printed iGrips can also be produced where branding, instructions, colour coding or identification are required. This allows the material to do more than improve grip. It can also carry useful information, support product branding or help users identify specific control areas on equipment.
Why Choose Heskins iGrips?
Heskins iGrips is a practical choice for improving grip on products that are handled regularly. It combines the performance benefits of anti slip grip material with the comfort of a soft, non-abrasive surface. This makes it suitable for electronics, handheld devices, tools, medical equipment, industrial products and custom manufactured components.
For businesses, iGrips offers more than a standard grip tape. It can be supplied in adhesive or non-adhesive formats, cut to bespoke shapes and printed for branding or functional purposes. This makes it a versatile solution for both product improvement and production-level use.
Whether you need grip tape for electronics, a soft touch grip material for handheld devices, non-abrasive grip tape for tools, or a custom die cut grip solution for manufactured products, iGrips provides a durable and comfortable way to improve handling.
To discuss iGrips, request samples or explore custom cutting and printing options, contact the Heskins sales team. Our team can advise on the most suitable format for your application and help you choose the right grip material for your product or working environment.
