LocknCharge

What LocknCharge does

LocknCharge designs and manufactures hardware solutions for managing, charging, securing, and transporting mobile device fleets at scale. The company's product portfolio is organized into three categories: cloud-connected FUYL Smart Locker Systems that enable self-authenticated, self-serve device access with remote IT oversight; a broad line of Charging Stations (Carrier, Putnam, iQ, BOLT, Revolution, CarryOn) supporting 5 to 40 devices; and mobile Charging Carts (Joey, EPIC, Carrier) for 20 to 40 devices. The core technology stack pairs physical charging/security hardware with the FUYL Portal, a cloud-based management platform that integrates with identity management and help desk systems to track device loans, returns, and inventory.

LocknCharge operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary of IWS Global, alongside sister brands PC Locs and ForwardPass, with regional entities in Madison (USA), Harlow/London (UK), Perth (Australia), and Tokyo (Japan). Its primary customer vertical is K-12 Education — addressing 1:1 device programs, loaners, and broken-device exchanges — followed by Higher Education, Healthcare, Government, Manufacturing/Distribution, and corporate Workplaces. Named customers include St. Lucie Public Schools, Hillsborough County Public Schools, Mayo Foundation, City of Toronto, Pepsi Bottling, Nestle Purina, and Mars Petcare.

The revenue model combines one-time hardware sales (the dominant stream) with a recurring subscription component on FUYL Smart Locker Systems that bundles software, support, and maintenance. Distribution is split between direct enterprise sales (account executive-led, consultation-driven) and a global Reseller Partner Program, supported by an event-led GTM motion at education technology conferences (BETT, TCEA, HETT), content marketing, and paid digital advertising. Products are manufactured in ISO 9001:2008 certified facilities and carry FCC, CE, UKCA, RCM, cETLus, and RoHS/WEEE/Battery Directive compliance markings; IWS Global attained SOC 2 Type 1 compliance for the FUYL cloud platform.

Name

LocknCharge

Legal name

LocknCharge Technologies, LLC

Website

https://lockncharge.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

LocknCharge designs and manufactures smart locker systems, charging stations, and charging carts that secure, charge, and manage mobile device fleets for K-12 schools, healthcare, government, manufacturing, and enterprise customers globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mobile Device Charging and Management Hardware

NAICS

Small Electrical Appliance Manufacturing (335210)

SIC

Partitions, Shelvg, Lockers, & Office & Store Fixtures (2540)

akta.pro primary industry

Smart Locks & Access Control Retail (CRACAGAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Smart Home Software, Apps & Subscriptions Retail (CRACAGAM), Spare Parts & Replacement Components Retail (Batteries, Screens, Chargers) (CRACAJAG)

Keywords

• Device charging solutions
• Smart locker systems
• Mobile device management
• Charging station hardware
• Charging cart equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Madison

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: One-time sales of physical products including smart locker systems (FUYL), charging stations, and charging carts. Products are sold directly to end customers and through reseller partners.
2. FUYL Smart Locker System Subscription: Recurring subscription model for FUYL Smart Locker System providing ongoing access to software, support, and hardware maintenance. Non-cancellable subscription with payment obligations during primary term.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

LocknCharge designs, manufactures, and sells physical hardware for charging, securing, transporting, and distributing mobile devices (Chromebooks, iPads, laptops, tablets, smartphones) in organizational settings. Its three product families are FUYL Smart Locker Systems (IoT-connected self-serve lockers with cloud management), Charging Stations (fixed multi-device charging cabinets and desktops), and Charging Carts (mobile high-capacity carts for device circulation). Revenue is generated through one-time hardware sales plus a recurring subscription for the FUYL smart locker system that bundles equipment, software, and support services.

Product overview

LocknCharge provides a comprehensive portfolio of device charging and management solutions organized into three main product categories: Smart Locker Systems (FUYL), Charging Stations, and Charging Carts. The FUYL Smart Locker Systems are cloud-connected smart lockers that enable self-authenticated, self-serve access to devices with complete oversight and control, designed for loaner programs, broken device exchanges, and assigned access. Charging Stations include fixed units for desks and shared spaces (Carrier, Putnam, iQ, BOLT, Revolution, CarryOn) ranging from 5 to 40 devices. Charging Carts (Joey, EPIC, Carrier) provide mobile, high-capacity charging for daily circulation across rooms and teams, supporting 20 to 40 devices. The products serve K-12 education, healthcare, manufacturing, government, higher education, and workplace environments.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• FUYL Enhanced Smart Locker System Cloud-connected smart locker system that enables self-authenticated, self-serve access to devices with complete oversight and control, including remote management capabilities for IT administrators. Designed for K-12 schools and enterprises managing loaner devices, broken device exchanges, and assigned access programs.
• FUYL Classic Smart Locker System Smart locker system that streamlines manual processes for managing, deploying, and collecting devices. Designed for organizations needing asset management without full cloud-connected features.
• Carrier Charging Stations Professional-grade charging stations for 10 or 15 devices with universal compatibility, providing secure charging and organized storage for desks, counters, and shared spaces.
• Putnam USB-C Charging Stations Charging stations pre-wired with USB-C cables for 8 or 16 devices including iPads, tablets, and Chromebooks, providing dependable USB power delivery and secure device parking.
• Putnam Lightning Charging Stations Charging stations designed for 8 iPads with Lightning connectors, providing efficient charging for Apple mobile devices.
• iQ USB-C Charging Station USB-C charging station for 10 devices including iPads and tablets, featuring plug-and-play setup with integrated USB-C cables.
• Putnam 18 Charging Station High-capacity charging station for 18 devices with universal compatibility, accommodating larger device deployments.
• Revolution Giga Charging Cabinets Large-capacity charging cabinets supporting up to 40 devices with universal compatibility, designed for high-volume charging needs in educational and enterprise environments.
• BOLT Charging Station Compact charging station for 12 smartphones and power banks, designed for secure and efficient charging of personal mobile devices.
• Joey Charging Carts Mobile charging carts supporting 30 or 40 devices with universal compatibility, featuring easy setup and fast device charging with organized storage for day-to-day movement across classrooms, offices, and shared environments.
• EPIC Charging Carts High-capacity charging carts supporting 24 or 36 devices with universal compatibility, designed for reliable charging, security, and transport of multiple devices.
• Carrier Charging Carts Charging carts supporting 20, 30, or 40 devices with universal compatibility, providing reliable charging, security, and mobility for device fleets.
• CarryOn USB-C Charging Station Compact USB-C charging station for 5 devices including iPads and tablets, ideal for smaller deployments and personal workspaces.
• Revolution Charging Cabinet

Quantifiable outcome

• Device loan time reduced from 3-5 minutes to under 1 minute at Kingsway Christian College
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature4 records

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Traka (Assa Abloy): Traka, part of Assa Abloy, provides intelligent key and asset management lockers used in education, healthcare, government, and enterprise. Its smart locker systems overlap directly with LocknCharge's FUYL line in device and asset check-out use cases.
• Ergotron: Ergotron is a leading manufacturer of charging carts, charging stations, and sit-stand workstations for education, healthcare, and enterprise. It is the most direct, larger-scale competitor to LocknCharge's charging cart and station portfolio across K-12 and healthcare.
• Bretford: Bretford designs and manufactures charging carts, stations, and lockers for K-12, higher education, and business. It competes head-to-head with LocknCharge's Joey, EPIC, and Carrier carts and is one of the longest-standing names in the education charging category.
• Vecos: Vecos is a European-based smart locker provider focused on K-12 and higher education, offering cloud-managed lockers for device loans. It is a direct competitor in the same smart-locker-for-schools category as FUYL, particularly in EMEA.
• Digilock: Digilock manufactures electronic locks, smart lockers, and key management solutions for education, healthcare, fitness, and workplace. It competes with LocknCharge's smart locker and secure storage products, especially in shared-asset environments.

Others

• JourneyEd: JourneyEd is a major EdTech distributor that resells devices, charging solutions, and software to K-12 and higher education. It is an important channel partner for LocknCharge and a useful comparison point on distribution economics in the education device-management category.

Broad incumbents

• Assa Abloy: Assa Abloy is a global leader in access solutions, owning brands such as Traka, HES, and Securitron. It is a broad incumbent with smart-locker, access-control, and credentialed-storage capabilities that compete with and surround LocknCharge's smart locker line.

Emerging players

• Anthro (Ergotron): Anthro, now part of Ergotron, makes charging carts and technology furniture for education and healthcare. It overlaps with LocknCharge's charging cart line, particularly for school and library device fleets.
• Brightlocker: Brightlocker provides cloud-based smart locker and asset management software (formerly LocknCharge's Mobyl) for schools and businesses. It overlaps with the FUYL Portal software layer, especially in K-12 loaner and 1:1 programs.
• JAR Systems: JAR Systems designs and manufactures charging solutions (carts, stations, cabinets) specifically for Chromebooks, laptops, and tablets in K-12. It is a focused emerging competitor in the education charging category where LocknCharge is strongest.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/LocknCharge
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Compliance14 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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