Every stage of the design and fabrication process is aimed at producing a system that is built to last, easy to maintain and minimizes operator error. The result is a pedigree that no other system on the market can match. It is battle tested daily with over 80 machines in operation around the globe.
AKU's unique cutter is the most effective technique for cutting boards. Pioneered by AKU, the cutter allows it to reach 140˚ around the blank, cutting perfect rails.
Unlike any other CNC system our cutter reverses direction, providing a perfectly symmetrical cut. This approach also prevents board burn and increases the accuracy of the cut. We don't leave burnt ridges on boards, which occurs frequently with expanded polystyrene (EPS). Because we reverse direction the hot melt on EPS is buzzed away.
AKU is the only surfboard shaping machine that has this feature.
Manually lubricated machines will take from 30 minutes to 1 hour each day to grease depending on the number of boards being cut. This is a frequently neglected requirement of running other systems and a common source of failure.
With 14 points of lubrication on the machine AKU takes a comprehensive approach to daily use and maintenance. The automatic system ensures that operators are free to load boards and other profitable tasks. This holistic approach also ensures a long lifetime of the system.
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AKU is the best in the industry at accurate and rapid alignment of notoriously imperfect blanks. A number of features work in tandem to ensure that the time between boards, regardless of board length, is mere seconds. These include:
A fully loaded high-end graphics computer is included in every purchase.
Installation includes cutting software and testing in conjunction with the machine.
Training is performed with the computer that stays with the system.
Each installation performed on your site by Mike Rickard personally. He makes sure the installation is performed to the highest international quality standards.
We ensure that your installation complies with required local and national inspection agency and building codes.
Training is 7 day total: 3 days machine installation, 4 days training. Training is on the machine that's been installed at your site.
A spare parts kit is provided with every machine.
Limited Warranty is 12 months and includes parts, quality of construction, design, and workmanship.
Service is included with purchase for the first 12 months. We provide tech support and software updates by email, Skype, and remote-access software.
Delivery time is generally 6-8 weeks depending on conditions and requirements.
