Measuring and Layout Tools

Measuring equipment and layout tools measure and mark areas and materials to ensure accurate cuts. Air wedges support doors and window frames in a level position to ease installation. Digital measuring microscopes have a table and lens for measuring distances on circuit boards and electronics components. Distance measuring tools include tape measures, measuring wheels, and straight edges. Levels help to determine whether surfaces are straight and plumb. Squares and angle finders help to determine angles, pitches, and slopes for framing and roofing tasks. Magnetic locators find iron gas and water lines, surveyors’ markers, valve covers, and other ferrous objects. Trammels scribe lines in wood and metal and transfer measurements for accurate cutting.