James Heal
Measuring instruments
Company Overview
James Heal is a globally recognized provider of textile testing solutions, dedicated to delivering accuracy and reliability for laboratories worldwide. With over 25 years of innovation in instrument development and 40 years in supplying high-standard test materials, the company combines engineering excellence with a culture of innovation. James Heal's mission is to simplify textile testing, offering elegant product solutions for precise and dependable materials analysis across various industries.
Comprehensive Testing Instruments
The company offers a comprehensive range of testing instruments, notably the Titan series of Universal Testing Machines (UTM). These dual-column machines, available in 5 kN, 10 kN, and 25 kN capacities, perform tensile and compression tests with over 750 built-in standards, catering to applications from apparel to non-textile materials. James Heal also provides specialized testers for abrasion, pilling, and snagging (e.g., Martindale, DurAbrasion, AquAbrasion), colour fastness (e.g., Crockmeter, GyroWash), and other critical properties like tear strength, flammability, stretch and recovery, and moisture management (WickView, compliant with AATCC TM217-2025). The portfolio includes visual assessment tools and sample preparation kits, ensuring laboratories have a complete suite for their testing needs.
Advanced Software and Consumables
A cornerstone of James Heal's offering is the TestWise™ Operating System, developed by textile experts to simplify testing for faster, more precise results. This intuitive software features over 750 pre-loaded international and retailer standards, customizable settings, real-time monitoring, and efficient data export. Complementing its instruments, James Heal supplies a wide array of high-performance consumables and test materials, such as Blue Wools, Grey Scales, Crocking Cloth, and Multifibre Adjacent Fabric. These materials are rigorously checked in two in-house laboratories to ensure consistent quality and reliable, repeatable results, available directly or through a global network of partners.
Global Support and Expertise
Trusted by over 1,000 laboratories worldwide, James Heal provides essential instrument support through a global network of partners and expert engineers. Services include UKAS and ISO/IEC 17025 accredited calibration, preventative maintenance servicing, and prompt problem resolution. Engineers with extensive field experience travel globally to perform on-site calibration and servicing, minimizing downtime and ensuring equipment consistently performs to the highest standards. This commitment to quality, customer focus, and comprehensive support underscores James Heal's leadership in materials testing.
