DAKTIC

What DAKTIC does

DAKTIC is a privately held, family-operated distributor and integrator of industry-driven technical training systems headquartered in Springville, Utah, with stated 20+ years of experience in the field. The company sells hands-on educational equipment — including cutaway trainers, EV systems, hydraulic trainers, engine and transmission trainers, CNC machines, robotics platforms, and welding simulators — primarily to high schools, community colleges, and vocational training programs in the western United States. Its portfolio is anchored by two sub-brands: Consulab (77+ products drawing on 50+ years of OEM-component experience, focused on automotive and industrial training) and Switch Vehicles (rebuildable EV kit cars and battery/relay training systems), with additional offerings from partners such as zSpace (AR/VR), FPTI (hydraulics), Innotek/SMC (robotics), and Techno CNC.

The underlying technology is pedagogical rather than algorithmic: training systems use actual OEM components mounted on clear Plexiglas panels (the proprietary "Moduponent" design) so students can see internal mechanisms, with fault-insertion capabilities that let instructors simulate failures for diagnostic practice. Product systems like the Tesla Model 3 cutaway trainer, Switch EV kit car, and EV-2000 heat pump trainer pair hardware with bundled curriculum packages (textbooks, instructor guides, assessments, 40+ hours of activities aligned to ASE task lists).

DAKTIC operates a sales-led, quote-based go-to-market model: six regional sales representatives cover discrete western US territories (e.g., MT/WY/CO, NorCal/NV, WA/OR/ID, AZ/NV, SOCAL/UT) and all products are sold through a website-driven quote request system with multi-year contracts. The company supplements direct sales with an event-driven motion, hosting and sponsoring its own conferences — the American Automation Conference, Western Watts Conference, and Western Wheels Conference — alongside webinars, YouTube demonstrations, and a funding/events newsletter aimed at educator buyers.

Name

DAKTIC

Legal name

DAKTIC

Website

https://daktic.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

DAKTIC is a small, Utah-based distributor selling hands-on industry-driven training systems — including OEM cutaways, EV trainers, hydraulics, and CNC equipment — to vocational schools and colleges across the western United States via regional sales reps and a quote-based model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Technical Training Equipment

NAICS

Industrial Design Services (54142)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Instructional Equipment & Classroom Tools (Whiteboards, Lab Kits, Manipulatives) (EDAEAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Industry-Specific Technical & Certification Prep (e.g., Construction, Manufacturing, Energy) (EDAGANAN), Training Delivery Services (Onsite/Virtual Instruction, Workshops, Coaching) (BPAEANAN)

Keywords

• Technical training equipment
• Vocational training systems
• Automotive education tools
• EV training systems
• Industrial automation training

Headquarters

HQ city

Springville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Revenue model

1. Training Equipment Sales: Sale of hands-on training systems including cutaway trainers, EV systems, hydraulics, automotive, and industrial automation equipment to educational institutions and vocational training centers
2. Curriculum and Courseware: Sale of educational curriculum packages including textbooks, instructor resources, downloadable answer keys, tests, activities, and presentations bundled with training equipment
3. Professional Training Services: Technical support, product training, and funding support assistance for customers implementing training programs

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

DAKTIC manufactures and sells hands-on technical training systems for educational institutions, using OEM automotive and industrial components adapted for safe, visible classroom learning. Product lines include cutaway engine/transmission trainers, electric vehicle training kits, hydraulic and pneumatic trainers, CNC routers and plasma cutters, robotic training cells, and welding simulators, typically bundled with curriculum packages and instructor resources. Sales are conducted via regional territory managers across the western United States on a quote-based basis.

Product overview

DAKTIC offers industry-driven training systems as a comprehensive portfolio across six major categories: Agriculture Training Systems, Career Exploration, Electrical Power, Industrial Automation, Skilled Trades, and Transportation Tech. The product lineup includes major sub-brands Consulab (automotive and industrial training with 50+ years experience) and Switch (EV-focused rebuildable kits). Key product families span EV training systems including the Tesla Model 3 Cutaway, Switch EV Training System, and EV-100 Brushless DC Motor kit; hydraulic training systems like the MF102 Practical Hydraulic Trainer; engine and transmission trainers including Honda engine systems and Allison transmission cutaways; CNC manufacturing equipment including Venture Plus CNC Router and Phoenix Plasma Cutter; robotics training systems; and welding simulators. DAKTIC serves educational institutions with complete turnkey solutions including curriculum, tools, and safety equipment for vocational training programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Tesla Model 3 Cutaway EV Training System (EV-601-TS) An actual Tesla Model 3 cutaway training car visually displaying motor/inverter, cooling passages, battery architecture, and power electronics for maximum visual learning in EV education programs.
• Switch EV Training System (SL-EVT) Compact EV drivetrain trainer on a 2.5'x3'x3.2' platform with configurable battery management system, real-time CAN network data, Hyper 9 motor with controller, and regenerative braking capability.
• Switch Rebuildable EV Training System (DAK-SV) Complete road-ready EV kit designed to be built, tested, driven, and disassembled for reuse semester after year, with complete drivetrain, curriculum package, and high voltage safety equipment.
• Relay Lab Pro Training Kits (SL-RLK) Hands-on learning tool for teaching functions and wiring of relays, switches, and lights, preparing students to wire up the dash on a Switch EV Kit Car.
• LiFePO4 Battery Training Kit Educational desktop project teaching students about lithium iron phosphate battery cell functions and assembly for EV, electronics, renewable energy, and battery storage systems education.
• Electric Vehicle Thermodynamic Systems Trainer (EV-2000) Fully functional EV heat pump training system with integrated heat pump, chiller, PTC heater, electronic expansion valves, and 13 fault scenarios for diagnostics training.
• Brushless DC Motor Training Kit (Student-Built) (EV-100) Entry-level EV training kit where students construct a real 3-phase motor or generator from scratch in a safe 12V DC setup reaching up to 6000 RPM.
• Foundation Air Brakes Driver Training System (HV-120) Air brake training system demonstrating foundational principles using DOT-approved and FMVSS121 standard circuits, with Bendix air valves and cutaway sections for component observation.
• Heavy Vehicle Lighting Training System (HV-1918) Heavy vehicle lighting system trainer using Moduponent design with front, rear, brake, clearance, turn/hazard and backup lights, featuring modular LED lights and manual fault box.
• Automotive Differential Cutaway Trainer (EC-431) Working system of actual components allowing students to visualize mechanical operation of an open differential with hands-on adjustment of backlash and pinion depth position.
• Student-Built 1-Cylinder Engine Training System (EM-045-HN04) Hands-on engine training kit based on Honda GX35 platform with protective guards and labeled parts, allowing students to disassemble, reassemble, adjust, and operate a 4-stroke engine.
• Honda Engine Repair Training System + Starting Station (EM-145S-HN03) Comprehensive engine repair training solution featuring a Honda K20C2 2.0L engine on a 360-degree swivel stand with integrated starting station for live operation verification.
• Allison Transmission 1000 Series Cutaway Trainer (EC-1106-01) Cutaway trainer for teaching heavy duty automatic transmission theory with strategic sectioning allowing visualization of internal transmission functions including planetary gear sets and clutches.
• EV Electrical System Group Project Training System (SL-ESL) Educational tabletop group project teaching complex electrical systems in electric vehicles with 5.5kw induction motor, 16 LiFePO4 battery cells, and focus on wiring, programming, and battery management.
• BT1212 Benchtop CNC Router Compact tabletop CNC router with 1 HP router, full safety enclosure, aluminum t-slot table, brushless stepper motors, and handheld controller for precision routing and educational applications.
• Venture Plus CNC Router High volume production CNC router with 12 HP HSD Italian spindle, 8-position rotary tool carousel, multi-zone vacuum t-slot table, and PC-based Osai industrial CNC controller.
• Compact Robot Training System (RTS-100) Portable robot training system in a rugged suitcase form factor with integrated Universal Robot UR3e, controller, teach pendant, and training applications for easy transport to remote locations.
• Phoenix CNC Plasma Cutter All-steel constructed CNC plasma cutter available in 4'x4', 4'x8' and 5'x10' sizes with PC-based WinCNC controller, brushless drive motors, and choice of water table or down draft smoke evacuation.
• Practical Hydraulic Training System (MF102-H) Practical hydraulics training system for teaching hydraulic system fundamentals, troubleshooting, and repair procedures.
• Hydrostatic Transmission Drivable Simulator Drivable simulator for hydrostatic transmission training allowing students to practice operation and troubleshooting of hydrostatic drive systems.
• Pump Cavitation Training System (MF200) Training system for understanding pump cavitation and pseudo-cavitation issues with fully transparent system for real-time visualization.
• zSpace AR/VR Training System Augmented reality/virtual reality training system for immersive automotive and technical education experiences.
• Miller AugmentedArc Welding Simulator Miller welding simulator for augmented reality welding training and skills development.
• LiveArc Performance Management Training System Performance management training system for welding skills development and assessment.
• OpenBook LMS Learning management system for delivering and tracking technical training curriculum and student progress.

Quantifiable outcome

• 40+ hours of student activities included with comprehensive training systems
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• BitlismencoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2024Groundbreaking partnership announced in 2024 for industry training systems collaboration. Details of the partnership focus on joint development of training solutions.
• ConsuLabcoreTechnology or IntegrationPrimary brand partner offering 77+ training systems. Consulab draws on 50+ years of industry experience specializing in automotive training systems using OEM components adapted for educational use with fault insertion capabilities.
• Switch Vehicles Inc.coreTechnology or IntegrationEV education specialist offering rebuildable EV kit cars, battery training kits, and relay training systems. Founder Peter provides EV education expertise and curriculum for electric vehicle training programs.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@daktic8875
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/3054683
• Xx.com/daktic_llc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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