For 145 years we`ve built a reputation for the consistent high quality of our materials testing instruments. Our expertise spans multiple sectors: from traditional textiles, to smart fabrics, non-wovens, rubber, wood and plastic.

Faster, more intuitive testing

With TestWise OS, advanced software is made simple, increasing lab efficiency, productivity and through-put.

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Flexible, hands-on technical support

Wherever you are in the world we have a choice of support available, from our online KnowledgeHub, to remote, email and on-site technical support with TechSmart™

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Accurate, reliable, repeatable results

Improving quality and your customers` satisfaction, time and time again.

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R&D market leaders

We continually invest in research and development: listening to, and acting on customer needs. Never one to follow the status quo; we have always innovated, led with integrity, and put customer needs first. These core values are what’s helped us stay successful all these years.

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World class support

As textile technologists ourselves, we know that providing the best instruments is only half the equation. Our range of support options give you reassurance that should a problem arise, we’re here to help - wherever you are in the world.

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James Heal Downloads

FlexiFrame - Stretch and Recovery Tester Brochure

ElastAbrasion - Elastomeric Abrasion Tester Brochure

AquAbrasion - Wet Abrasion Tester Brochure

FlexiBurn - Multi-Purpose Flammability Tester Brochure

ElmaTear - Digital Elmendorf Tear Tester Brochure