What Control-X Medical does

Control-X Medical is a privately held Hungarian medical device manufacturer (Control-X Medical Zrt.) founded in 1990 that designs, produces, and distributes diagnostic X-ray imaging systems for both human medical and veterinary applications. The company operates a single-product line architecture around three core platforms: the Perform-X series (ceiling-mounted C100-C400 and floor-mounted F100-F400 configurations ranging from manual to fully automated), the Z-Motion universal free-standing system, the COBRA motorized mobile X-ray, and the RadiologiX compact unit for the medical segment; and the ZooMax family (ZooMax 2, White, Red, Lift, Roll, Vetelev, and Equine multi-telescope configurations) for veterinary use. Underlying technology is centered on high-frequency X-ray generators with auto-tracking, auto-stitching, and 3D APR-based auto-positioning automation, integrated with digital radiography (DR) panels from Canon, Varex, and others via proprietary DX-R acquisition software and Canon NE integration on select systems. The company traces its engineering heritage to the 1984-1986 development of the world's first PC-controlled high-frequency generator.

The company's business model is direct-manufacturer sales of capital equipment executed entirely through an indirect channel: a worldwide network of authorized distributors and resellers operating in 80+ countries, with no direct end-customer sales. Pricing is quote-based, customized by configuration and geography, and not publicly disclosed. Revenue streams are pure hardware sales (medical systems, veterinary systems, and accessories/components such as stitching stands, tables, and detector holders) with multi-year service and warranty contracts implied through partners. Customers are highly fragmented — over 6,000 cumulative installations span academic hospitals, regional hospitals, private clinics, and veterinary practices across Europe, Africa, Asia, the Middle East, the Americas, and Oceania. Reported revenue grew 40% in 2020 and 20% in 2021; the company was recognized in the BÉT50 mid-cap corporate club by the Hungarian Stock Exchange in 2021.

The operating base is a newly commissioned (2024) approximately 4,000 m² production facility and corporate headquarters in Dunakeszi, Hungary, equipped with geothermal heat pumps and rooftop solar. The company holds ISO 13485 (TÜV SÜD), ISO 9001, ISO 14001, EU CE Mark under MDR 2017/745, and US FDA registration, enabling distribution across regulated markets. Leadership is concentrated in founder/Managing Director Zsigmond Kovács, with apparent family ownership and no disclosed external private equity or venture capital investors. Distribution is supported by a PartnerZone technical portal, structured reseller recruitment, technical training programs, and active participation in major industry trade shows (RSNA, Medica, ECR, Arab Health, FIME, Africa Health, London Vet Show).

Name

Control-X Medical

Legal name

Control-X Medical Zrt.

Website

https://cxmed.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Hungary-based manufacturer of diagnostic X-ray systems for medical and veterinary use, founded in 1990. Serves hospitals, clinics, and vet practices in 80+ countries through a distributor network, with 6,000+ installations across Perform-X, Z-Motion, COBRA, and ZooMax product lines.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Medical Imaging Equipment

NAICS

Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510), Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing (334517), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (3345)

SIC

X-Ray Apparatus & Tubes & Related Irradiation Apparatus (3844), Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841)

akta.pro primary industry

X-ray & Fluoroscopy Systems (HLAHABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Portable, Mobile & Point-of-Care Imaging Systems (HLAHABAL), Imaging Equipment & Accessories (X-ray, Ultrasound, Endoscopy) (HLAMAFAC), Field Services, Mobile Imaging & On-Farm Procedures (HLAMABAK)

Keywords

• Diagnostic x-ray systems
• Digital radiography equipment
• Medical imaging devices
• Veterinary x-ray systems
• Radiographic imaging solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Columbus

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Medical X-Ray Systems: Sale of diagnostic X-ray equipment including ceiling-mounted, floor-mounted, and mobile configurations for medical facilities. Products include Perform-X series, Z-Motion, RadiologiX, and Cobra mobile systems.
2. Veterinary X-Ray Systems: Sale of veterinary radiographic systems including ZooMax 2, ZooMax White, ZooMax Red, ZooMax Lift, ZooMax Roll, and ZooMax Equine configurations for small and large animal practices.
3. Accessories and Components: Sale of radiographic system accessories including stitching stands, patient grips, detector holders, wireless remote controls, radiographic tables, grid cabinets, and spare parts.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Control-X Medical manufactures and sells diagnostic X-ray imaging systems for medical and veterinary applications. The lineup spans ceiling-mounted and floor-mounted radiographic suites (Perform-X C/F series), a universal Z-arm stand (Z-Motion), a motorized mobile X-ray (COBRA), a compact unit (RadiologiX), and the ZooMax family for small and large animal practices, including the world's first multi-telescope equine radiography and fluoroscopy system. Proprietary high-frequency generators, auto-tracking, auto-stitching, and 3D APR-based auto-positioning are integrated with partner-supplied DR panels.

Product overview

Control-X Medical is a Hungarian manufacturer of diagnostic X-ray systems established in 1990, offering a comprehensive portfolio of medical and veterinary radiographic equipment. The product lineup centers on the Perform-X series (ceiling-mounted C100-C400 and floor-mounted F100-F400 configurations) ranging from manual to fully automated systems, the Z-Motion universal stand for versatile diagnostic applications, the COBRA motorized mobile X-ray system, and the RadiologiX compact digital solution. Veterinary offerings include the ZooMax family with ZooMax 2, ZooMax White, ZooMax Red, ZooMax Lift, ZooMax Roll, and ZooMax Vetelev for small animals, plus ZooMax Equine systems for large animals. These systems integrate with various DR panels, generators, and accessories including Phoenix radiographic tables, with all products supported by proprietary DX-R acquisition software and Canon NE integration on select systems.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Perform-X Series (Medical X-Ray) Family of digital radiographic systems for medical facilities, available in ceiling-mounted (C100, C200, C400) and floor-mounted (F100, F200, F400) configurations, ranging from manual to fully automated with auto-tracking and auto-positioning capabilities. Targeted at hospitals, clinics, and imaging centers.
• Z-Motion Universal Stand Fully motorized, free-standing single-detector universal radiographic system with versatile Z-arm movement, auto-stitching capability, and a compact 12 m² floor space footprint. Designed for medical facilities needing flexible positioning in confined spaces.
• COBRA Mobile X-ray Motorized mobile digital X-ray system with telescopic column, automated motion, wireless DAEC, full-size generator, rotating anode tube, advanced sensors, and remote diagnostics. Designed for medical facilities requiring bedside imaging capability.
• RadiologiX Compact digital imaging solution configured for limited spaces and constrained budgets, available with fixed or elevating radiographic tables. Targeted at smaller clinics and practices with space and budget constraints.
• ZooMax 2 Veterinary Radiographic System Veterinary radiographic system featuring medical-quality components, space-saving design, noiseless mechanical brakes, and versatile console options. Targeted at small-animal veterinary clinics.
• ZooMax White Veterinary Radiographic System Versatile veterinary radiographic system with four-way floating tabletop, integrated tube stand, and automatic coupling for aligned vertical exposures. Targeted at small-animal veterinary practices.
• ZooMax Lift Veterinary Radiographic System Veterinary radiographic system offering flexibility with counterbalanced tube stands for vertical and horizontal movement and elevating table options. Targeted at small-animal veterinary practices.
• ZooMax Roll Veterinary Radiographic System Economic veterinary radiographic system with floor-mounted tube stand, fixed SID, and mobile trolley table on castors for positioning flexibility. Targeted at budget-conscious small-animal veterinary practices.
• ZooMax Equine Radiographic and Fluoroscopy System Overhead telescope system for large animal diagnostics, available in single, dual, or triple telescope configurations, with auto-tracking and extremely low beam center-to-floor distance. Targeted at equine specialty diagnostic centers and university veterinary faculties.
• Phoenix 2 Elevating Radiographic Table Elevating radiographic table with 350 kg weight rating, 4-way floating top, 46 cm vertical travel range, and optional bucky auto-centering for automated systems. Targeted at medical facilities using Perform-X or RadiologiX suites.
• Stitching Stand Accessory Accessory enabling full-spine or full-leg auto-stitching exposures, designed with ergonomic handles and four rotating castors for patient comfort and safety. Targeted at facilities performing orthopedic imaging.
• Mobile Detector Stand Accessory Easily movable device providing firm positioning for DR panels to enable safe lateral exposures. Targeted at medical facilities using portable DR panels.
• DX-R Image Acquisition Software Proprietary image acquisition software for digital radiography systems, supporting workflow and customization for optimal image quality. Sold as a standalone software package for installation alongside Control-X systems.

Quantifiable outcome

• 6000+ installations worldwide demonstrating proven reliability
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Gierth X-Ray InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnered with Control-X Medical on the world's first multi-telescope Equine Radiography and Fluoroscopy Diagnostic Imaging System. Gierth X-Ray provided system integration expertise for the 3-telescope ZooMax Equine system installed at the University of Zürich.
• Canon EuropecoreTechnology or IntegrationCanon Europe partnered on the world's first multi-telescope Equine R&F System, providing DR detector technology. Also partnered for first fully integrated Canon DR Perform-X system installed in Switzerland.
• LeuagminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSwiss partner who assisted with installation of the first fully integrated Canon DR Perform-X system in Switzerland in December 2024.
• Tecmed Africa 2.0coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSouth African partner that achieved remarkable success, installing 45 Perform-X C200 and F200 systems in 2020 across South Africa, Namibia, and Zimbabwe, penetrating the market controlled by multinational companies.
• TÜV SÜDcoreOthersNotified Body for EU medical device certification under MDR 2017/745. Conducted ISO 13485 recertification audit for Control-X Medical's Quality Management System.
• CERTOPminorOthersCertification body that issued ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certificates for Control-X Medical's quality and environmental management systems.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• GE HealthCare: One of the largest medical imaging and diagnostics companies, offering X-ray, CT, MRI, ultrasound, and monitoring solutions. Competes with Control-X in the broader hospital equipment category and is a major reference point for procurement committees.
• Siemens Healthineers: Global leader in medical imaging with a comprehensive X-ray, CT, MRI, and AI-imaging portfolio. Represents the most formidable incumbent Control-X faces in hospital procurement decisions and bundled multi-modality deals.
• Fujifilm Healthcare: Major X-ray and DR systems provider with deep presence in mid-tier hospitals globally. Comparable to Control-X on digital radiography product structure while operating at substantially greater scale and geographic breadth.
• Canon Medical Systems: A major multinational imaging OEM and DR partner of Control-X. Competes broadly in X-ray, CT, MRI, and ultrasound, and represents both a competitor (in larger tenders) and a technology enabler (DR detector supply) for Control-X.
• Philips Healthcare: Diversified medical technology and imaging company with X-ray, CT, MRI, and patient monitoring portfolios. Competes with Control-X in the integrated diagnostic imaging room segment of hospital procurement.

Direct peers

• Agfa HealthCare: Offers direct radiography solutions, DR retrofit kits, and enterprise imaging software. Competes with Control-X in the same price-sensitive mid-market hospital segment and shares a similar hardware-plus-integration business model.
• Hologic: Strong in women's health and general radiography with X-ray systems sold globally. Overlaps with Control-X in the medical X-ray category and represents the kind of multi-modality OEM that competes for the same hospital capital budgets.
• Carestream Health: A focused medical imaging vendor with a portfolio of digital radiography rooms, mobile X-ray systems, and DR detectors. Most directly comparable to Control-X in the mid-tier hospital and clinic segment where both compete on price-performance and DR integration flexibility.
• Konica Minolta Healthcare: Provides digital radiography systems, portable solutions, and aeroDR wireless detectors. Targets the same mid-size hospitals and clinics as Control-X with comparable floor- and ceiling-mounted configurations.

Emerging players

• Mindray: A rapidly growing Chinese medical device company expanding in patient monitoring, in-vitro diagnostics, and medical imaging including X-ray. Represents an emerging low-cost competitive threat in emerging markets where Control-X has built much of its installed base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/control-x-medical-inc.

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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