Helix ruler

Helix is a historic British brand that has been a staple in school and office stationery for over a century. Known primarily for its precision measuring tools, the company's legacy is deeply tied to the development of early educational mathematics equipment in the United Kingdom.

Today, Helix is a global brand with a manufacturing footprint that spans multiple countries, with the majority of mass-market plastic and metal stationery produced in specialized facilities in China and other Asian manufacturing hubs. Despite the international production, the design and brand identity remain rooted in its British heritage.

In terms of corporate structure, the brand is currently owned by the Maped Group, a major French family-run company. Maped acquired the Helix brand to consolidate its position as a global leader in stationery. This merger united Maped's innovative design approach with Helix's traditional reputation for precision and reliability, particularly in technical drawing and school math sets.