Our History

Essex X-Ray has over 50 years’ experience in the design and manufacture of high voltage technology. Our engineering capabilities have established Essex X-Ray as a market leader and the partner of choice for science and industry. The next exciting chapter in our history is being driven by strong leadership and a resourceful approach to strategic growth.

  • 1968

    Essex X-Ray & Medical Equipment Ltd is founded

  • 1970

    The company is incorporated along with a third party

  • 1980

    Relocates to new premises in Stebbing (UK)

  • 1984

    Head offices are moved to nearby Great Dunmow (UK)

  • 1991

    Dielectric Sciences (Boston, USA), purchases a controlling interest in Essex X-Ray

  • 1996

    Essex X-Ray moves to a larger purpose built facility in Dunmow (UK)

  • 1998

    Essex X-Ray acquires Brookvine Services Ltd

  • 1999

    HVT Group Inc. is formally established as a holding company

  • 2001

    HVT Deutschland, the European division of Essex X-Ray is created

  • 2005

    Heico Corporation (Miami, USA) takes over majority ownership of HVT Group Inc.

  • 2011

    The various divisions of Essex X-Ray are merged

  • 2014

    Essex X-Ray delivers major expansion plan

  • 2018

    Essex X-Ray celebrates 50th anniversary

  • 2019

    Essex X-Ray signs contract to build new facility on Horizon120 Business Park

  • 2025

    Essex X-Ray officially opens and relocates to HVT Centre, Horizon 120 Business Park

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