Evolving Work.
Improving Life.
Why Wait Until After an Injury to Address Back Strain?
The world is moved by hardworking people around the world. Literally. But too many are putting their health at risk.
The Apex 2 back-assist exosuit creates a happier, healthier, and more productive workforce by helping take 20-40% of the load off the user’s back muscles, improving their quality of life and boosting productivity—providing 10x ROI and more for most customers.
Our exosuit is also one of the most studied and validated exos in the world. Learn more by reading our case studies, where workers who wore the exosuit saw a 25% decrease in work-related discomfort, an 8% increase in productivity, and back strain injuries reduced to zero through more than 280k hours of work.
The Apex 2’s sleek, lightweight design has practical wearability in mind—providing that much-needed assistance without sacrificing range of motion or comfort, with a fit that is customizable to any body type.
Pillars of Effective Exosuits
Comfort
The Apex 2 improves on the already best-in-class modular design of the Apex 1 to comfortably fit an even broader range of people. Its rugged design will hold up to the most rigorous environments, and the slim design is compatible with required PPE.
Assistance
The Apex 2 reduces muscle fatigue and strain by 40% and reduces back strain injury risk by 60-80%. Workers report 25% reductions in work-related discomfort.
Ease of Use
The Apex 2’s slim and flexible design moves with a user’s body naturally – giving you the freedom to maneuver through a wide range of tasks and even in tight spaces. Along with an on/off switch that gives you assistance only when you need it, the Apex 2 is practical for fast-paced work in many industries.
By the Numbers
Back pain costs American businesses $100 billion per year in direct and indirect costs.
Case studies have shown productivity increases of 8% and more.
The Apex 2 has been shown to reduce back injuries by 60 – 80%.
The lightweight Apex 2 weighs less than 3 lbs, which is about the same as an empty backpack.
Apex 2 Users Have Spoken
Join Us for a Case Study Panel at
As the adoption of exoskeletons and exosuits continues to rise, organizations are seeking clear strategies for successful deployment. Join us at our panel, Exosuit Case Study: Deploying exosuits to improve worker well-being and improve productivity, and hear industry leaders from Whole Foods Market, the Royal Australian Air Force, URM Stores, and Amerisure (sharing data from Auto-Wares and Bev South) tell their stories and share their expertise.
When: Tuesday, March 18, 3:30 pm
Where: Supply Chain Technology Theater 1 McCormick Center, Chicago
You can also stop by booth S1872 to learn more and try on an exosuit for yourself!
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you know that the Apex 2 is effective?
Longitudinal studies have proven the many advantages for workers who wear the Apex 2 exosuit, including a 30% decrease in discomfort, a 20% reduction in work-related fatigue, an 8% increase in productivity and complete back strain injuries reduced to zero.
Learn more about the science of the Apex system by reading our summary of key learnings and converging evidence from labs and workplaces around the world here.
What sizes does the Apex 2 come in?
The Apex 2 has a modular design, enabling an unprecedented range of sizes – with over 50 fit combinations.
How complicated is the Apex 2 to put on and take off?
It’s quite simple, actually. You can leisurely put it on in 60 seconds and take it off in 30 seconds.
Does this give workers superhuman strength?
Beware of grandiose statements about exosuits, such as claiming they will turn your workers into human forklifts. In reality, the workers are still lifting, bending, and reaching, but the Apex 2 helps assist active workers to help reduce the risk of fatigue-related back injuries.
Can you turn the Apex 2 off?
There’s a proprietary on/off clutch that lets you quickly turn assistance on or off at the push of the button – giving you assistance when you need it and getting out of your way when you don’t. And it’s all mechanical: no heavy motors or batteries to charge.
What was considered when designing the Apex 2?
Human-focused design factors, including high-tech, breathable fabric, and padding and slip-resistant features in the right places to comfortably conforms to wearers’ bodies. An exosuit that continually gets in the way isn’t practical for active workers. Ease-of-fit is a major benefit for scalable adoption of the Apex 2.
What’s the difference between an exosuit and exoskeleton?
Exosuits are “soft-shell” exoskeletons made primarily with flexible textile components as opposed to a rigid frame. So all exosuits are exoskeletons, but not all exoskeletons are exosuits.
Get Started With Exosuits
While the Apex 2 is extremely easy to use, introducing a new tool like an exosuit takes thoughtful change management. Our teams have helped countless companies from global Fortune 50 manufacturing companies to individuals integrate exosuits into their work. From fitting to training to evaluation and monitoring, our teams are standing by to support you on your exosuit journey.