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The rise of LapSafe® Smart Lockers

Smart lockers have moved far beyond simple storage. Today, they are a critical part of how organisations secure assets, automate services, improve user experience and gain real-time operational insight. LapSafe® has been at the forefront of this evolution.

LapSafe Diplomat pro Smart Locker against a white wall in a grey modern office With over 25 years’ experience designing and manufacturing secure storage and charging solutions, LapSafe® is trusted by organisations worldwide to simplify the management of devices and valuable assets. Since launching its Smart Locker range in 2012, LapSafe® has become a recognised leader in self service locker technology, supporting millions of users every year across education, healthcare, government, transport and enterprise environments.

Designed for Modern Work, Learning and Service Delivery

Technology is now embedded in how we work and learn. Organisations need solutions that reduce manual processes, support hybrid and flexible models, and operate reliably around the clock.

LapSafe® Smart Lockers are purpose built to deliver fully self service workflows, 24x7, without the need for staff intervention. As the only true all in one Smart Locker solution,

LapSafe® can automate:

All within a single, integrated system.

Proven at Scale, Trusted Globally

LapSafe® Smart Lockers are already deployed across the majority of the UK education sector, including nearly all of the UK and Scottish universities, over half of the UK colleges, and thousands of schools.

Beyond education, LapSafe® solutions are used internationally across Europe, Australia, New Zealand and the Middle East, supporting organisations in sectors such as defence, healthcare, transport, manufacturing, and both public and private enterprise. This breadth of deployment reflects the flexibility and scalability of the platform.

ONARKEN®: The Intelligence Behind the Locker

At the core of every LapSafe® Smart Locker is ONARKEN®, a powerful and continually evolving management platform.

ONARKEN® gives administrators complete, granular control over assets and workflows, supported by:

  • Comprehensive reporting and analytics
  • Full audit trails for accountability and compliance
  • Configurable workflows tailored to operational needs
  • Real time visibility of locker activity and asset status

By combining automation with actionable data, ONARKEN® enables organisations to make informed, data driven decisions while significantly reducing administrative overheads.

"Our unique strength is the robust integration of every element of our smart locker solution. Software, charging, electronic locking, power management, safety systems and third party integrations all work together to deliver critical live information and ensure our solution remains the most sophisticated and reliable on the market". – Mark Exley, Director, LapSafe®

In 2025, LapSafe® added an intelligent AI feature to ONARKEN® for Powered Precision with Total Control:

  • AI-Driven Asset Verification: Built-in AI to confirm the correct items are dropped off, loaned, or collected
  • Intelligent Automation: AI ensures every return, drop-off, and collection is accurately processed, reducing errors and manual admin work
  • Ultimate Security: Admins can set AI confidence thresholds, access logs, and review flagged cases remotely and in real-time.

Find out more about the AI feature here.

Smart Charging, Built In

Secure storage is only part of the equation. Safe, efficient charging is essential when managing devices at scale.

LapSafe® developed SmartLine™, its own intelligent charging system, designed to deliver safe, efficient charging from a single 13 amp mains socket. Fully integrated with locker controls and ONARKEN® workflows, SmartLine™ detects when devices are connected, charging, fully charged or disconnected, always ensuring complete visibility.

When combined with PowaSave™ technology, the system dynamically manages power delivery, switching off supplies once devices are fully charged. This not only protects devices but also reduces energy consumption, lowers running costs and supports sustainability goals.

Supporting Today’s Use Cases — and Tomorrow’s

Smart Lockers are transforming how organisations operate. LapSafe® solutions support a wide range of applications, including:

  • Hybrid and flexible workplaces
  • Device deployment for new starters
  • Device swap out and end of life management
  • IT service automation and faster resolution times
  • Secure storage and collection of equipment, documents, parcels, prescriptions and medication

The result: reduced costs, improved efficiency, enhanced security and a better user experience.

Designed and Manufactured in the UK

LapSafe® is proud to be a member of Made in Britain, designing and manufacturing its products in the UK and supporting local supply chains wherever possible. As an award winning organisation, LapSafe® is recognised not only for product innovation, but also for its people and commitment to customer support.

Smart Lockers are only as smart as the technology behind them. With fully integrated hardware, intelligent software and proven deployment at scale, LapSafe® continues to set the standard for what Smart Lockers can deliver.

Explore LapSafe® case studies or call 0800 130 3456 to learn how Smart Lockers can transform your organisation.