Ready Metrology Launches CoreX for Shop Floor CT Inspection
Ready Metrology has introduced CoreX, an industrial computed tomography (CT) system designed specifically for use on the production floor, aiming to bring high-resolution internal inspection out of the lab and into real-time manufacturing environments.
Industrial CT has long been valued for its ability to detect internal defects such as voids, cracks, and assembly errors. However, its adoption in production has been limited by high costs, complex operation, and long scan times typically associated with laboratory-based systems.
CoreX is positioned as an alternative approach. Built as a purpose-designed shop floor system, it delivers inspection results in seconds rather than minutes, enabling CT-based analysis directly within the production process.
Designed for Speed and Simplicity
The system uses a rotating closed-anode X-ray source delivering up to 2,400W, enabling scan times of:
- 20–30 seconds for rubber, plastic, and carbon fibre
- 40–50 seconds for aluminium, magnesium, and titanium
Unlike conventional CT systems, CoreX requires no annual maintenance on the X-ray source and is designed to operate without specialist setup. Large-pixel detectors are used to maximise both speed and signal-to-noise ratio, while a top-loading design simplifies part handling.
The fully shielded enclosure removes the need for dedicated bunker installations, allowing the system to be deployed directly on the production line.
From Lab Tool to Production Asset
By reducing complexity and scan time, CoreX aims to make high-frequency CT inspection viable in manufacturing environments. Operators can load a part and generate a full inspection report in a single step, supporting faster decision-making during production.
This shift enables several practical benefits:
- Faster batch changeovers through immediate inspection of first-off parts
- Increased feasibility of high-frequency or full inspection strategies
- On-the-spot generation of CT-based quality documentation
For industries such as automotive, aerospace, and medical manufacturing, where traceability and internal defect detection are critical, this approach could help reduce reliance on external testing and accelerate quality validation processes.
Bringing CT Closer to the Production Line
CoreX reflects a broader trend in inspection technologies: moving advanced measurement capabilities closer to where decisions are made. Rather than relying on offline analysis, manufacturers are increasingly integrating inspection directly into production workflows.
While CT has traditionally been considered too slow and complex for this role, systems like CoreX suggest that the boundary between laboratory inspection and in-line quality control is beginning to shift.
See CoreX at MACH 2026
CoreX will be demonstrated at MACH 2026, where visitors can explore simulated shop floor inspection workflows, including real-time scanning, analysis, and reporting.
Learn more about CoreX on the Ready Metrology website.
This article is based on a company press release and has been edited for editorial clarity.
