What Tecnofisica does

Tecnofisica is a privately held Mexican radiation safety services company headquartered in Monterrey, Nuevo León, with additional offices in Torreón and Guadalajara and stated service coverage across Latin America. The company operates through three legal entities (Tecnofísica Radiológica S.C., Tecnofísica S.A. de C.V., and Tecnofísica Equipos e Insumos S. de R.L. de C.V.) and has over 30 years of experience supporting organizations in the medical and industrial sectors that use ionizing radiation sources, including diagnostic X-ray equipment, teletherapy, brachytherapy, nuclear medicine, radiographic equipment, cyclotrons, and nuclear facilities.

The company's core technology is thermoluminescent dosimetry (TLD), delivered through an in-house infrastructure with redundant systems and a dual-receiver design used for personal and environmental radiation dose measurement of occupationally exposed personnel. Complementing the TLD service, Tecnofisica runs an ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited laboratory for calibration of ionizing radiation detectors and for leak and hermeticity testing of sealed radioactive sources (accreditations L25-960 and L25-961). It is authorized by CNSNS to operate under the Permanent Supervision Program for Dosimetry Services (PPSSD), by CNSNS and SCT for radioactive material transport, and by COFEPRIS and CNSNS for certification courses for occupationally exposed personnel. The product portfolio also includes Ludlum-style radiation portal monitors and a retrofit service for other-brand monitors.

Tecnofisica generates revenue through four streams: (1) technical services (calibration, dosimetry, leak tests, transport), billed as professional services; (2) hardware sales as the Latin American representative of Ludlum Measurements, RTI Electronics, RadPro International, Burlington Medical, and Pure Imaging Phantoms; (3) certification training courses authorized by COFEPRIS and CNSNS; and (4) radiation safety consulting. The go-to-market is primarily enterprise field sales with direct engagement, supplemented by event-driven course cohorts and channel-based equipment distribution. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is handled through direct quotation. The customer base spans healthcare facilities and industrial operators across Mexico and Latin America, with no named enterprise customers publicly disclosed.

Name

Tecnofisica

Legal name

Tecnofísica Radiológica S.C., Tecnofísica S.A. de C.V. y Tecnofísica Equipos e Insumos S. de R.L. de C.V.

Website

https://tecnofisica.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Tecnofisica is a Mexican radiation safety services company that provides thermoluminescent dosimetry, ISO/IEC 17025 accredited calibration and leak testing, radioactive material transport, certification training, and international radiation-equipment distribution for medical and industrial customers across Latin America.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Radiation Safety Services

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (54138), Testing Laboratories and Services (541380), Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing (334517)

SIC

Services-Testing Laboratories (8734), Measuring & Controlling Devices, Nec (3829), Laboratory Analytical Instruments (3826)

akta.pro primary industry

Radiation Measurement, Dosimetry & Monitoring Services (Personal/environmental dosimetry, calibration labs) (EUAKAIAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Radiation Protection & Health Physics Services (ALARA programs, shielding design, RSO services) (EUAKAIAJ), Radiation Detection Instruments & Systems (Portal monitors, spectrometers, contamination monitors) (EUAKAIAK), Radiation Exposure Monitoring (Ionizing/Non-Ionizing) (EUAHAGAE), Radiological & Hazardous Materials Monitoring (Radiation, Asbestos, Lead) (EUAHACAJ)

Keywords

• Radiation safety services
• Dosimetry services
• Radiation detection equipment
• Calibration services
• Radiation protection devices

Headquarters

HQ city

Monterrey

HQ country

Mexico

HQ region

Latin America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Technical Services: Calibration of radiation detectors, personal and environmental dosimetry, leak tests for sealed radioactive sources, and radioactive material transport services
2. Equipment Sales: Sale of radiation detectors, radiation protection devices, and dosimetry equipment from international manufacturers including Ludlum, RadPro, RTI Electronics, Burlington Medical, and Pure Imaging Phantoms
3. Training Courses: Certification courses for personnel occupationally exposed to ionizing radiation, including POE, ESR Tipo C, and specialized diagnostic X-ray courses
4. Radiation Safety Consulting: Advisory services for regulatory compliance with CNSNS requirements and radiation safety norms

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Tecnofisica is a Mexican radiation safety company that provides thermoluminescent dosimetry services, ISO/IEC 17025 accredited calibration of radiation detectors, leak testing of sealed radioactive sources, radioactive material transport, and radiation safety consulting. The company also distributes radiation detection and protection equipment from international manufacturers (Ludlum, RadPro, RTI Electronics, Burlington Medical, Pure Imaging Phantoms) and offers COFEPRIS and CNSNS authorized certification courses for occupationally exposed personnel.

Product overview

Tecnofisica operates as a radiation safety services company offering a portfolio of products and services. The core offerings include: (1) Sales and distribution of radiation detection equipment from international manufacturers (Ludlum, RTI Electronics, RadPro, Burlington Medical, Pure Imaging Phantoms), (2) dosimetry services using thermoluminescent technology for personnel monitoring, (3) ISO/IEC 17025 accredited calibration and leak testing services, (4) radioactive material transport services, and (5) certification training courses for occupationally exposed personnel. The company serves the medical and industrial sectors across Latin America, combining equipment sales with technical services and regulatory compliance support.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Personal and Environmental Dosimetry Service Thermoluminescent dosimetry service providing measurement of radiation doses from X-rays and radioactive material received by occupationally exposed personnel through portable whole-body and ring extremity dosimeters, with dose trend analysis and reporting. Operated under the PPSSD program of the CNSNS.
• Radiation Detector Calibration Service Calibration of ionizing radiation detectors and meters using ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited laboratory procedures (Accreditation L25-960). Offered across Latin America.
• Leak Testing for Sealed Radioactive Sources Leak and hermeticity testing of sealed radioactive sources, accredited under ISO/IEC 17025:2017 (Accreditation L25-961).
• Radioactive Material Transport Service Collection and delivery of radioactive material within Mexican territory, authorized by CNSNS and SCT, supporting import, export, transfer, and disposal of radioactive sources.
• Radiation Safety Consulting Advisory services for regulatory compliance with CNSNS requirements regarding ionizing radiation sources in medical and industrial operations.
• Certification Courses (POE and ESR) Mexican certification courses for personnel occupationally exposed to ionizing radiation, including POE in radioactive material, POE in diagnostic X-ray, ESR Tipo C, and AESR courses, authorized by CNSNS and COFEPRIS, delivered in person and through an online platform.
• Ludlum Measurements Radiation Detection Equipment Distribution of Ludlum Measurements Inc. radiation detection and monitoring equipment including Geiger-Müller counters, NaI scintillation detectors, semiconductor detectors, ionization chambers, and radiation portal monitors, with installation, service, and Retrofit conversion services across Latin America.
• RTI Electronics Radiation Measurement Equipment Distribution of RTI Electronics AB radiation measurement equipment for medical and industrial applications, with technical recommendations and support.
• RadPro International Radiation Protection Equipment Distribution of RadPro International GmbH radiation detection and protection equipment for medical and industrial customers in Mexico and Latin America.
• Burlington Medical Radiation Protection Products Distribution of Burlington Medical radiation protection products including leaded aprons, gonad shields, gloves, glasses, barriers, curtains, and accessories for medical use.
• Pure Imaging Phantoms Quality Control Products Distribution of Pure Imaging Phantoms products for quality control and testing in diagnostic radiology imaging applications.
• Radiation Portal Monitors Sale of new radiation portal monitors and Retrofit conversion services for Ludlum brand monitors for radiation detection at access points, with installation across Latin America.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Ludlum Measurements Inc.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTecnofisica serves as international representative for Ludlum Measurements Inc., distributing radiation detectors and portal monitors. Provides installation, service, and retrofit services for Ludlum equipment in Mexico and Latin America.
• RTI Electronics ABcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTecnofisica distributes RTI Electronics AB radiation detection and measurement equipment, providing equipment recommendations and support for medical and industrial applications.
• RadPro International GmbHcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTecnofisica represents RadPro International GmbH for radiation protection products and equipment distribution in Mexico and Latin America.
• Burlington Medical (BurMed)supportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTecnofisica distributes Burlington Medical radiation protection products including leaded aprons, gonad shields, gloves, glasses, barriers, curtains and accessories.
• Pure Imaging PhantomssupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTecnofisica distributes Pure Imaging Phantoms products for quality control and testing in medical imaging applications.
• Comisión Nacional de Seguridad Nuclear y Salvaguardias (CNSNS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTecnofisica is authorized by CNSNS for dosimetry services under the Permanent Supervision Program, calibration services, radioactive material transport, and training course certification. Participates in regulatory framework compliance.
• Comisión Federal para la Protección contra Riesgos Sanitarios (COFEPRIS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTecnofisica is authorized by COFEPRIS for radiation safety courses and training for personnel working with ionizing radiation in medical diagnostic applications.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Landauer (Fortive): Long-established personal dosimetry and radiation monitoring services provider, part of Fortive. Directly comparable to Tecnofisica's TLD/OSL dosimetry service line and global accredited laboratory model, though with multi-region reach.
• Thermo Fisher Scientific (Radiation Detection): Supplies radiation measurement instruments, dosimetry tools, and spectroscopy equipment through its analytical instruments division. Comparable to Tecnofisica on the equipment distribution and radiation detection instrumentation side, while also operating globally.
• Mirion Technologies: Global leader in radiation detection, dosimetry, and nuclear measurement, offering Instadose and other dosimetry services. Comparable to Tecnofisica as a radiation safety services provider with an installed base of personal dosimetry customers, though operating at much larger scale and globally.
• Sun Nuclear (part of Mirion): Provides quality assurance and radiation measurement solutions for radiation therapy and medical imaging. Comparable to Tecnofisica's medical imaging QA and radiation detection equipment distribution, with a broader global product portfolio.

Direct peers

• PTW (IBA Dosimetry): Specializes in radiation dosimetry equipment, beam analysis, and quality assurance for radiation therapy and diagnostic radiology. Directly comparable to Tecnofisica on dosimetry, calibration, and QA for medical radiation applications, with overlap in distribution-supported technology.

Others

• Ludlum Measurements Inc. Manufacturer of radiation detection instruments and portal monitors. Tecnofisica is Ludlum's international representative in Latin America, making this a vendor partner. Comparable on radiation detection equipment and portal monitor technology, though Ludlum is a manufacturer with broader global reach.
• RTI Electronics AB: Manufacturer of radiation measurement equipment (Black Piranha, Cobia, etc.) for X-ray QA in medical and industrial settings. Tecnofisica is the Latin American distributor for RTI, so they are a direct vendor partner rather than a competitor, but RTI is a relevant peer in the X-ray dosimetry technology stack.
• Burlington Medical: Supplier of leaded radiation protection apparel and accessories for medical and industrial use. Distributed by Tecnofisica in Mexico. Comparable on the radiation protection equipment product category, particularly the PPE range.
• RadPro International GmbH: Manufacturer of radiation protection products and detection equipment. Vendor partner of Tecnofisica for distribution in Mexico and Latin America. Comparable on the radiation protection equipment product line.

Regional players

• ICP-Pme (Mexico / Latin America radiation safety): Mexico-based radiation safety and calibration services provider serving the medical and industrial sectors. Direct regional competitor to Tecnofisica, with comparable accreditations, dosimetry, and field calibration services in the Mexican market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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