Bowers Group

An Unrivalled Choice of High Quality Precision Measuring Equipment

Bowers provides an unrivalled metrology service to include one of the most comprehensive ranges of high quality measuring equipment and calibration services.

As one of the UKs leading suppliers of affordable precision measuring solutions Bowers is also able to provide bespoke system design and laboratory based UKAS calibration services.

At Bowers our reputation has been built on the Group ethos of striving for excellence not only in the products we supply but also in the wide range of quality services we are able to offer our customers.

We now aim to continue building on this hard earned reputation in order to exceed our customersï¿½ expectations and offer a range of products from leading brands including Moore & Wright, Bowers, Baty and CV Instruments who offer the largest selection of portable and bench hardness testers in the UK.

Bowers is able to provide a comprehensive range of high precision solutions for an equally comprehensive range of applications in industrial sectors such as Aerospace, Defence, Civil Engineering, Medical, Machine Tools, Workshop Tools and Electronics to name but a few.

Bore Gauging

When it comes to Bore Gauging Bowers Group is able to supply an impressive range of products designed and manufactured with ergonomics in mind.

Products such as the NEW XT3 Digital Bore Gauge with its ergonomic design, large LCD display with simple 2-button operation and 4 preset memories.

It also features a proximity RS232/USB output with optional built in Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), Bi-directional communication with a capacity range of 2-300mm, resolution 0.001mm/0.00005ï¿½, a blind bore measurement from 2mm ï¿½ 6mm and above 12.5mm.

Optical Measurement

Bowers is also able to supply a wide range of Optical Measurement products from the well known non-contact measurement product supplier Baty.

The Baty `Shadograph` range is now the industry standard in profile projectors, hand tools and vision systems and offers solutions for almost every measurement application in todayï¿½s manufacturing sectors.

This range of high performance optical measurement products include Digital Readouts, Baty Vision Systems such as the VuMaster 2D Manual/2D CNC, ShadoMaster, the Baty R14 and the Baty R400 bench mount profile projector with its 400mm screen.

Hand Tools

Bowers offers a range of high quality and affordable hand tools designed for the shop floor including, Hardened Stainless Steel Framed Dial Callipers, Large digital External Micrometers, Internal Minor Callipers, Moore & Wright Micrometers and Ultra-Light Accessories.

Bowers also offers a range of affordable measuring and instrumentation products under the heading of Value-Line such as External Micrometers, Digital Point Micrometers and digital External Micrometers so to find out more about this range please visit the Bowers Group website.

Calibration, repair and service

Although the range of products from Bowers have been designed and manufactured to give many years of reliable use we do recommend you have them serviced and calibrated on a yearly basis.

We offer an unrivalled fast and efficient service and calibration and repairs service to ensure your equipment stays at its very best.

For further information regarding Bowers Group, our products and services please visit our website or speak to one of our team, thank you.

Opening Hours

Monday 08:30 to 17:00

Tuesday 08:30 to 17:00

Wednesday 08:30 to 17:00

Thursday 08:30 to 17:00

Friday 08:30 to 15:00

Saturday Closed

Sunday Closed

Reviews

5.00

Based on 11 Reviews

Leave A Review

Alex Taylor, Operations Director at CTPE Limited

We chose to work with Bowers Group for this project as we have previously dealt with the company for other measuring equipment and have always been very happy with the service. The Trimos V3 is a great product from a famous quality Swiss brand and it has been a great addition to the Inspection department. It’s a quality piece of equipment which has helped speed up our inspection times. It’s very easy to use, we can train new users very quickly and the accuracy and repeatability are very good. It enabled us to measure features that we were not able to previously do on larger parts.

Steve Batt, Technical Director at Excel Precision

Our innovative solution transformed a complex and time-consuming process into a highly efficient one. By incorporating innovative technology from Bowers Group and smart engineering from our team here at Excel, we not only met the client's precision requirements but also significantly increased their annual production capacity by reducing production time.

Ian Smith, Quality & Environmental Manager at Virtue Aerospace

“The introduction of the measurement system from Bowers Group has reduced inspection time on a specific volume produced part, reducing the process time by a significant margin. The system is easy to set up, user-friendly and reliable, and we’re extremely impressed with the benefits it has brought to our workflow.”

Ben Vasquez, Managing Director at Addmore Engineering Ltd

The Bowers air gauging system is the perfect solution for us because it standardises the measurement process and eliminates the potential for human error. The system allows multiple operators to accurately check the diameter of the components in minimal time, and the modern control panel gives a quick yes/no output that allows each bolt to be checked with guaranteed high precision results in a matter of seconds. Personally, I have always been aware of the benefits of air gauging. During my apprenticeship I regularly used the older dial/clock-based systems. The advantage of the modern digital display is that anybody can see if the component is correct just by looking at the colour. The sales and technical support from Bowers has been first class and we have already begun discussions about further projects.

Adrian Jarych, QHSE Engineer at Hewland

As a quality engineer and inspector I find the DigiMic really useful for everyday component inspection work. It’s easy to turn on, easy to calibrate, and it’s ready to use. The thimble is smooth, and the accuracy is great.The parts we produce are used in the manufacturing of motorsport and automotive transmissions and gearboxes where precision is key. I feel confident of the accuracy and know I’m getting trustworthy readings from the DigiMic. I have used the SylcomLite software where I found useful capabilities to familiarise myself with the software. With Bowers' recommendation, I shall trial the Pro version of Sylcom and use this to kickstart digital recording of results for control plans.

Vitalij Cernomorec, Quality Inspector at DKW Engineering

We find the Bowers bore gauges much better than your standard plug gauges; they’re far more versatile, flexible for our needs and perfect for subcontractors like ourselves. As subcontractors, the types and size of components vary, so it helps that we’re able to use the bore gauge to check a range of measurements, including series of step bores, all in one go. They’re quick and easy to use on the shop floor for in process checks and we always trust the bore gauges; the accuracy is excellent.

Russell Thakray, Bernard Holmes Precision

"We use the Bowers micrometers every day; they are an integral part of our quality management. Not only are they easy to use, they are repeatable and accurate. The most important thing is that we trust the readings implicitly. Because we know that we can trust them 100% we have several other brands of mics that sit in the cupboard unused. I know that the lads can pick up the Bowers mics and use them properly; there’s no learning curve, no training, and they are clear and easy to read.What a great investment! They’ve paid for themselves!"

Mark Chesher, Exalto

"I’m delighted with the brand new Universal ‘Snap’ Gauges from Bowers Group. Not only are they lighter, easier to use and quicker than using a comparator, they fully eliminate the danger of human error when measuring to 0.001mm. We are now able to measure our marine bearings more effectively, and the gauges have improved our quality inspection procedures in terms of both accuracy and efficiency."

Jeremy White, Rotalink

“We received excellent initial training and installation from Ryan Kingswell, Technical Support and Installations Engineer at Bowers Group. Since we’ve had the Rondcom, we’ve learned even more about its capabilities; the more you use it, the more operatives understand the full measurement capacity of the machine."

Neil Warwick, Xtrac

"The service we receive from Bowers Group is brilliant. They are very reliable height gauges, but when they do need a full service, the technicians really know their stuff. We always get them back within a week to 10 days when they’re sent off for repairs or maintenance. The support and back up we receive from Bowers is exceptional."

Mark Skinner, Phoenix Steels

"We have developed the supply of special sizes of ground tool steel down to a fine art. The Moore & Wright micrometers are very useful as they enable us to ensure that the steel we provide matches standard tolerances, as well as the specialist requirements of customers. It is our aim to produce stock with precision, accuracy and quality, directly meeting the required customer specification."

Products and Services

Associations, Memberships

BTMA - British Turned Parts Manufacturers Association

MTA - The Manufacturing Technologies Association

GTMA

Find us on

Events & Shows

MENE 2016

Manufacturing and Engineering North East is a show absolutely unique to the region that offers visit
From: 06 July 2016 10:00 am To: 07 July 2016 17:00 pm Details
Control 2016

As the world’s leading trade fair for quality assurance, Control brings together users from all over
From: 26 April 2016 10:00 am To: 29 April 2016 17:00 pm Details
MACH 2016

MACH is the outstanding showcase for advances in the manufacturing industry brought to you by the Ma
From: 11 April 2016 10:00 am To: 15 April 2016 17:00 pm Details

Our News & PR

Libby Haywood Completes Yorkshire Three Peaks Charity Challenge

Bowers Group’s Libby Haywood has recently completed the Yorkshire Three Peaks challenge for charity.
Details
Bowers Group Exhibiting at the Manufacturing Solutions Conference in Limerick

Bowers Group is attending the Manufacturing Solutions Conference in Limerick on June 13th
Details
UKAS Calibration Services on Profile Projectors

As part of the Bowers Group, Baty International has been offering fast, efficient and traceable calibration, servicing, and repairs for its range of UK manufactured Profile Projectors...
Details
Record Attendance for Bowers Group Stand at Control Exhibition

Bowers Group experienced record numbers of visitors to its stand at Control Exhibition in Stuttgart last month.
Details
New Range of Hardness Testers to be Launced at Southern Manufacturing

Bowers Group is pleased to announce the launch of the new ESEWAY 305 series of hardness testers at Southern Manufacturing and Electronics Exhibition
Details
New Super Fast Non-Contact Optical Measuring Centre from Sylvac

As sole UK distributor for Sylvac products, we are pleased to introduce the latest Sylvac Scan machine; the Sylvac Scan F60
Details
Baty Achieves ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management Systems Re-Certification

Baty International Ltd is pleased to announce that it has achieved ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management Systems Standard
Details
Special Price on High Spec INNOVATEST Hardness Tester

We are looking for a new reference site in the UK, and are offering a special price on a Falcon 5000 INNOVATEST hardness tester as part of the arrangement
Details
Non-Contact Metrology Open Day at Bowers Group

Non-Contact Metrology Open Day at Bowers Group 4th and 5th October 2016
Details
Bowers Group Exhibiting at Cromwell Tools, The Event

Spear & Jackson Group Showcase 250 Years of Tools and Technology at Cromwell Tools, The Event
Details
Bowers Group Confirms Attendance at ‘SMEs for Nuclear’ Supplier Day

‘SMEs for Nuclear’ Supplier Day
Details
Bowers Group Achieves ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems Certification

Bowers Group is pleased to announce that they have achieved the latest ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems Standard.
Details
Bowers at MACH 2016

Visit Bowers at MACH 2016 from April 11–15th at NEC, Birmingham, stand 5928
Details
Bowers Group Introduces the New Innovatest FALCON 5000 Hardness Tester

Innovatest FALCON 5000 hardness tester described as the most advanced and powerful Micro Vickers, Vickers hardness testing machine available
Details
Bowers Group to Launch Biggest Ever Catalogue at MACH Exhibition 2016

Bowers Group will be exhibiting a range of industry leading metrology products at MACH Exhibition from 11th – 15th April on stand number 5928.
Details
Moore & Wright Adds 3 New Products to Their Hand Tool Range

Moore & Wright have added 3 new hand tools to their range, all featuring a True Absolute Measuring System and Digimatic Output.
Details
Bowers Group Joins Hands With Accretech GmbH

Bowers Group is proud to announce its new partnership with Accretech GmbH, adding high-end roundness, roughness and form measurement to the Group’s UK product range.
Details
Richard Grocott Appointed as Export Sales Manager for Bowers Group

Bowers Group, the world leader in precision measurement and leading supplier of metrology instruments, is pleased to announce the appointment of Richard Grocott to the position of Export Sales Manager
Details
Baty provides Batorer with a ‘Vision of Precision’

Since the company’s inception in 1974 Batorer Precision Engineers has enjoyed 4 decades of continuous growth.
Details
Labconcept Provides Precision to Cuthbertson Laird

The Cuthbertson Laird Group is one of the UK’s largest providers of calibration services.
Details