In 2005, Cubiscan contacted AKL-tec in hopes of bringing together American innovation and German engineering to advance the dimensioning industry. The partnership between Cubiscan and AKL-tec is a story of two companies from different parts of the world combining their shared knowledge and expertise to improve freight data collection practices.
It all began in August 2005 when Clark Skeen, Cubiscan’s current Chairman, discovered AKL-tec, a family-run company based in Alsdorf, Germany. Ruediger Elber, AKL-tec’s Managing Director traveled to Utah to meet with Cubiscan and further discuss the potential collaboration. This interaction sparked a unique partnership unlike any other in the industry. A simple handshake and a one-page memo of understanding have been the foundation of the partnership. The memo isn’t just a piece of paper; it’s a promise – a commitment to be teammates, to support each other, and to innovate together.
The Perfect Match
You might ask, “What makes the partnership so special?” The answer lies in our complementary strengths and shared approach as experienced guides in the industry. AKL-tec brings expertise in large freight, contouring, and electromechanical engineering, while Cubiscan excels in small static dimensioning, automated warehouse solutions, and go-to-market strategy. Together, we cover the entire spectrum of dimensioning needs, from the smallest package to the largest pallet. This full integration allows us to bring you the best of both worlds.
Cubiscan excels in small static dimensioning, automated warehouse solutions, and go-to-market strategy. Together, we cover the entire spectrum of dimensioning needs, from the smallest package to the largest pallet. This full integration allows us to bring you the best of both worlds.
Maximize ROI with our Cubiscan 1200-AKL Dimensioner
But our collaboration goes far beyond just product offerings. You’ll find our teams working together on every aspect of our business – from product development, installation, and engineering to software creation, service and support, and even marketing and sales. Our flagship pallet dimensioner, the Cubiscan 1200, exemplifies this synergy. Originally developed by AKL-tec in the ’90s, it has evolved through our partnership to become the world’s most widely used pallet dimensioning LFT-approved dimensioning system. When ground freight companies started showing interest in pallet dimensioning in the early 2000s, we were ready with a solution that met their needs. The success of the Cubiscan 1200 speaks for itself. You’ll find that with normal use, our customers report an ROI of three to six months, with many experiencing payback periods of less than one month. That’s the power of our combined expertise at work.
Our Commitment is your Efficiency
Our commitment to excellence extends to our global network of over 30 distributors. Our worldwide team comes together annually to share knowledge, strategize, and strengthen our collective capabilities. We alternate our annual distributor conference between Farmington, Utah, and Alsdorf, Germany, switching locations each year.
As Clark Skeen often says, our partnership is like a marriage. Every day, we recommit to each other, and after 19 years, it just fits. This dedication to our alliance translates directly into better products and services for you, our valued customers, and partners. From the smallest parcel to the largest pallet, from Germany to the United States and beyond, Cubiscan and AKL-tec continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible in dimensioning technology. We invite you to be part of this exciting journey, where two companies unite to offer you unparalleled solutions for all your dimensioning needs.