ISP Reflective Glass Bead Pail
Reflective Glass Beads
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ISP Reflective Glass Bead Pail
Reflective Glass Beads
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ISP Reflective Glass Bead – 22 KG Pail

3M™ Connected Roads All Weather Elements 90, White 3M™ Connected Roads All Weather Elements 90, White, 28 lb (12.7 kg) per Bag
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  • Alberta Transportation approved reflective glass bead. Exceeds M247 TP1 75% specification.
  • 22 kg (50lb)
  • Conveniently packaged in pails to protect from water, and prevent waste.
  • Compatible with water based traffic paint, solvent based traffic paint, mma & hot applied thermoplastic paint
  • Can be applied with a machine fed glass bead dispenser, handheld glass bead dispenser, or simply by hand.
  • Covers up to 1600 lineal ft of standard 100mm line or  50 Sq. meters.
Availability: In stock (can be backordered) SKU: EGB-50P Category:
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    Description

    When visibility matters, the beads you choose make all the difference. ISP Reflective Glass Beads are a trusted, specification-grade solution for road marking contractors, municipal crews, and parking lot maintenance professionals across Canada. Packaged in a rugged 22 kg (50 lb) pail, this product is built for job sites where precision and efficiency go hand in hand.

    Built to Canadian Standards

    These glass beads are approved by Alberta Transportation and exceed the M247 TP1 75% specification, meaning they meet the retroreflectivity requirements set for traffic safety markings. Whether you’re striping a municipal roadway, a commercial parking lot, or an industrial access route, you’re applying a product that meets regulatory expectations right out of the pail.

    Pail Packaging That Protects Your Investment

    Unlike bag-packaged glass beads that are vulnerable to tearing, moisture absorption, and spill waste, ISP beads come in a sealed plastic pail designed to keep product dry and contained from your shop to the job site. Open only what you need, reseal the rest. No dealing with torn bags mid-job or product ruined by a sudden rain shower. For contractors managing multiple sites or storing product between seasons, the pail format is a practical advantage.

     

    Universal Paint Compatibility

    ISP Reflective Glass Beads work with the full range of traffic marking materials commonly used in the field:

    • Water-based traffic paint
    • Solvent-based traffic paint
    • MMA (methyl methacrylate) cold plastic
    • Hot-applied thermoplastic paint

    This broad compatibility makes them a go-to stock item for contractors who work across different paint systems without needing to manage separate bead inventories.

    Flexible Application Methods

    Apply these beads the way your job demands. They’re compatible with machine-fed glass bead dispensers for high-production line striping, handheld dispensers for detail work and smaller jobs, and can also be broadcast by hand where equipment isn’t available. That flexibility means fewer bottlenecks on site regardless of your setup.

    Coverage You Can Plan Around

    One 22 kg pail covers up to 1,600 lineal feet of standard 100 mm line, or approximately 50 square metres of surface area. That’s a reliable coverage benchmark for estimating material needs before a job, reducing the risk of running short or over-ordering.

    What does "exceeds M247 TP1 75% specification" mean?

    M247 TP1 is a standard for glass beads used in traffic paint, measuring retroreflectivity performance. Exceeding the 75% threshold means these beads reflect a higher percentage of light back toward the source, which translates to better nighttime visibility for drivers. I

    Are these beads approved for use on provincial roads?

    Yes. ISP Reflective Glass Beads carry Alberta Transportation approval, making them suitable for use on provincially regulated roadways. Always verify local specification requirements for municipal or federal projects outside Alberta. This specification also may be greater than other provincial specs, and may be suitable for other provincial road markings as well. 

    Why buy glass beads in a pail instead of a bag?


    Pail packaging offers meaningful advantages on real job sites: it's resealable, moisture-resistant, and far less likely to tear or spill during handling. If you're storing product between jobs or transporting material in a truck or trailer, the pail keeps your beads in usable condition.

    What application rate should I use?

    Coverage varies based on bead drop rate, paint film thickness, and application equipment settings. As a planning baseline, one 22 kg pail covers up to 1,600 lineal feet of a standard 100 mm line or 50 square metres of surface. Consult your equipment manufacturer's recommended drop rate, or project specifications for more precise application settings.

    Can I use these beads with a line striping machine?

    Yes. These beads are compatible with machine-fed glass bead dispensers, which are mounted directly to line striping equipment and apply beads simultaneously with paint. They also work with handheld dispensers and can be broadcast manually when needed.

    Do these beads work with thermoplastic markings?

    Yes. ISP glass beads are compatible with hot-applied thermoplastic paint, which is commonly used for high-durability road markings. They can be embedded into the thermoplastic surface during application using standard drop-on methods.

    What's the difference between this product and the ISP Highway Glass Bead 25 KG Bag?

    The primary differences are packaging format and weight. The 22 KG Pail offers resealable, moisture-resistant storage in a more manageable container, while the 25 KG Bag is a higher-volume option suited for large-scale operations with covered storage. Both products meet specification requirements for standard traffic marking applications.

    Additional information

    Weight 22679.6 g
    Dimensions 31 × 31 × 41 cm

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