# Advanced Foot-Scanning Systems Aetrex's Albert 2 Helps Customers Find Footwear & Orthotics By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-10-26 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foot-scanning-system References: [businesswire](https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20201026005137/en) & [aetrex](http://www.aetrex.com/technology) The Albert 2 is the next-generation [foot-scanning system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-body-scanner1) from [Aetrex](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-foot-scanner) and it's engineered to help customers find the right fitting footwear and orthotics, offering more supportive in-store experiences. The easy-to-use, all-in-one scanner boasts a sleek and modern design and as Aetrex CEO Larry Schwartz says, "The system eliminates the need for retailers to use traditional, multi-step processes to drive footwear and orthotic sales." Working with Albert 2 begins by stepping on the scanner with both feet—a process that takes 20 seconds or less to capture data on static and dynamic pressure, plus [3D foot measurements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-body-scanning). Throughout the process, consumers are guided by Albert, a 3D animated Albert character. The advanced scanning system is set to be available to retailers nationwide as of February 2021. Image Credit: Aetrex ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Foot-scanning Technology:** Footwear brands and retailers can develop their own advanced foot-scanning systems that offer more accurate measurements and a better in-store experience for customers. - **3D Character-based Guidance:** The use of animated 3D characters like Aetrex's Albert 2 can be implemented by other industries such as healthcare and education to provide more interactive and engaging experiences for customers and patients. - **Multi-purpose Scanning Systems:** Developing all-in-one scanning systems like the Albert 2 can be applied to other industries such as sports equipment and furniture where custom fitting and measurements are necessary. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Footwear Retail:** Retailers and brands in the footwear industry can implement advanced foot-scanning systems to provide more accurate sizes and personalized recommendations for customers. - **Healthcare:** Hospitals and clinics can use 3D character-based guidance systems to provide a more interactive and user-friendly experience for patients during diagnostic testing. - **Sports Equipment:** Sports equipment companies can develop multi-purpose scanning systems to offer custom fitting for products like helmets and protective gear. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Kid-Friendly 3D Foot Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-foot-scanner.md) - [AI-Powered Shoe Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aetrex.md) - [Gamified AR Footwear Fittings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tootsie-augmented-reality.md) - [Scan-to-Print Custom Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivobiome.md) - [Wearable At-Home Body Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/at-home-body-scanner.md) - [3D Printed Shoe Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customfit-3d-printed-shoes.md) - [Personalized Footwear Fit Recommendations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volumental.md) - [Virtual Footwear Try-Ons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/try-on-tech.md) - [Shoe Retailer AI Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superstep.md)