Measuring Instruments
Precision Measuring Instruments for Industrial & Laboratory Applications
Explore our specialist selection of measuring instruments from Sauter and other leading brands. Whether you’re working in manufacturing, construction, quality assurance, or research, GNW Instrumentation supplies the tools you need to achieve accurate, repeatable results in force, torque, coating, thickness, and environmental testing.
Browse Measurement Categories
Choose the ideal tool for your application. Use the links below to explore key product ranges and find reliable instruments for your industry needs.
- Force Gauges – Digital and mechanical gauges for tension, compression, and push/pull testing. Compatible with manual and motorised test stands.
- Torque Gauges – Handheld and stand-mounted torque meters for measuring rotational force in screwdrivers, caps, fasteners, and more.
- Coating Thickness Gauges – Measure paint, varnish, or plating on ferrous and non-ferrous substrates for industrial coating inspection.
- Material Thickness Gauges – Ultrasonic gauges for non-destructive wall thickness testing of metals, plastics, pipes, and tanks.
- Hardness Testers – Plastics – Shore A, D, and A0 durometers for measuring hardness in rubber, foam, and other polymers.
- Hardness Testers – Metals – Portable Leeb testers for field hardness checks on steel, aluminium, and alloys.
- Infrared Thermometers – Non-contact surface temperature measurement for maintenance, HVAC, and food safety.
- Environment & Safety Instruments – Measure sound, light, air quality, humidity and temperature in workplaces and labs.
- Spectrometers – Measure and analyse colour consistency and accuracy for paints, coatings, and textiles.
- Headstone Testers – Specialised test instruments for cemetery and memorial stone stability assessment.
- Spring Balances – Portable, mechanical spring scales for basic force measurement in educational or field settings.
- Force Test Stands – Manual and motorised test stands for vertical and horizontal force applications.
Why Choose GNW Instrumentation?
- Comprehensive range of precision measuring tools from top brands
- Optional ISO calibration certificates for traceability and quality control
- Expert UK-based support for technical advice and after-sales service
- Fast shipping on stocked items
Measurement Solutions Across All Industries
Our measuring instruments are trusted in a variety of sectors including aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, research, utilities, and health & safety compliance. From the factory floor to the testing lab, we provide dependable tools to keep your operations precise and efficient.
Need help choosing the right instrument? Contact our friendly experts for advice tailored to your application.
Explore Measuring Instrument Categories

Force Gauges
Digital and mechanical force measurement for tension, compression and testing applications.

Torque Gauges
Measure applied rotational force in tools, components and fixtures with precision.

Coating Thickness Gauges
Non-destructive measurement of paint, lacquer, and protective coatings on metal.

Material Thickness Gauges
Ultrasonic tools for wall thickness checks on tanks, pipes, and engineering parts.

Environment & Safety Meters
Measure air quality, temperature, humidity, light, sound and workplace safety levels.

Spring Balances
Mechanical force measurement with traditional analogue spring-based devices.

Hardness Testers
Shore & Leeb hardness testers.

Infrared Thermometers
Simple, non-contact temperature measurement.

Colourimeters
Colour meters for precise colour control and quality assurance.

Headstone Testers
Specialised test instruments for cemetery and memorial stone stability.

Force Test Stands
Manual and motorised test stands.