James Heal is the market leader in the design, development and manufacture of precision textile testing instruments, test materials and consumables, providing global servicing and calibration support. We work in markets as diverse as apparel, sportswear, outdoor wear, furnishings, automotive and industrial.

Trusted by leading brands, retailers, manufacturers and laboratories in over 70 countries; since 1872 we've been on a mission to improve every aspect of materials testing, so our customers and their customers can achieve consistent and accurate results, every time.

Over the last 140 years, we've developed a deep understanding of the applications, operating conditions and requirements of customers worldwide – from independent testing laboratories and test houses, to fabric suppliers, manufacturers, brands and retailers.

Using our knowledge and expertise, we consistently set the industry standard through product innovation and technology, with customer and user needs - present and future - driving our technological advancements.

We have Agents & Distribution partners all over the globe, ensuring locally available product whenever & wherever you need it.

Our three core areas of activity:

TESTING INSTRUMENTS - High precision textile testing instrumentation

TEST MATERIALS - Guaranteed fit-for-purpose test materials for textile testing procedures

SERVICE AND CALIBRATION - Worldwide installation, maintenance and calibration service