Ergosanté
Ergosanté develops ergonomic solutions for the workplace, specializing in the HAPO range of passive exoskeletons. Their systems are designed to support the back, shoulders, and neck during repetitive tasks and heavy lifting. They emphasize lightweight, non-restrictive designs that can be integrated into daily workflows in logistics, healthcare, and agriculture.
Exhauss
Exhauss designs and sells passive industrial exoskeletons derived from camera stabilization technology. Their products are focused on tool handling, load management, and upper-limb support for workers in construction, logistics, and manufacturing. The system is modular and uses spring-based mechanisms to offload the weight of heavy tools or the arms themselves.
Hilti
Hilti entered the exoskeleton market to address physical strain on construction sites. Their EXO-O1 and EXO-S are passive upper-body exoskeletons designed to support the arms and shoulders during overhead installation work. These lightweight devices aim to reduce fatigue and help prevent chronic musculoskeletal disorders in tasks like drywall hanging and sprinkler installation.
StrongArm Technologies
StrongArm Technologies focuses on protecting industrial ‘Industrial Athletes’ through wearable data and mechanical support. While pivotally focused on the FUSE sensor for risk tracking, its historical product line includes the V22 ErgoSkeleton, a passive device that supports the back and shoulders during heavy lifting. The company uses data analytics to reduce workplace injuries.
Hyundai Motor Group
Hyundai Motor Group has developed a range of wearable robots as part of its ‘Robotics Lab’ initiatives. Its portfolio includes the VEX (Vest Exoskeleton) for overhead work, the CEX (Chairless Exoskeleton) for knee joint support during seated tasks, and the H-MEX (Hyundai Medical Exoskeleton) for gait assistance for individuals with lower-limb paralysis. The company focuses […]
Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin develops exoskeleton systems for military and heavy industrial use. Key projects include ONYX, a powered lower-limb exoskeleton for soldier endurance, and FORTIS, a passive system for managing heavy tool weight in industrial environments. These systems are part of broader human augmentation research.
Cyber Human Systems
Cyber Human Systems designs and develops exoskeletons for industrial, military, and rescue applications. As a spin-off of Gogoa Mobility Robots, the company focuses on physical augmentation to manage fatigue and strain. Products include the Exoshoulder for overhead support and textile-based soft suits for back support.
Innophys
Innophys is a university spin-off based in Tokyo that manufactures pneumatic-powered exoskeletons for back support. The Muscle Suit Every utilizes artificial muscles powered by pressurized air to provide lifting assistance. It is used in nursing care, agriculture, and manufacturing.
Archelis
Archelis is a passive exoskeleton designed to support individuals in standing roles. The device allows users to sit in a standing position, transferring body weight to the shins and thighs. It is mechanical and does not require a power source, intended for use in surgery and manufacturing.
Comau
Comau, a player in industrial robotics, manufactures the MATE (Muscular Aiding Tech Exoskeleton) series. Their passive exoskeletons are designed to assist workers with overhead tasks (MATE-XT) and lifting tasks (MATE-XB). These devices provide mechanical support without motors or batteries.