Digity
Digity develops passive mechanical wearable systems for hand and finger protection. Their flagship product, ARTUS 3, is a CE-marked passive exoskeleton designed for manual tasks involving repetitive pressing or finger overextension. It aims to reduce musculoskeletal strain and prevent injuries in assembly and logistics environments without restricted dexterity.
Innoheroe
Innoheroe Technology develops wearable robotic systems focused on physical augmentation. Their products include passive and active back support exoskeletons designed for logistics, manufacturing, and general labor tasks. They focus on delivering cost-effective ergonomic solutions for the Asian market.
Kinetic
Kinetic develops wearable technology to prevent workplace injuries. Their flagship device, the Reflex, is a sensor-based wearable that detects high-risk movements such as improper lifting or twisting and provides real-time haptic biofeedback to the user. The system also tracks ergonomics data for safety managers to identify high-risk areas in logistics and manufacturing operations.
FasTec
FasTec develops ergonomic solutions for the industrial workforce. Their primary product, the FT-Back, is a passive exoskeleton designed to reduce strain on the lumbar region during lifting and bending tasks. The company focuses on accessibility and ease of wear for diverse industrial applications.
Wuhan Hyetone Robotics
Wuhan Hyetone Robotics specializes in the development of industrial wearable robotic systems. Their product line includes passive and active exoskeletons designed for warehouse logistics, manufacturing assembly, and heavy lifting support. The company focuses on enhancing worker efficiency and preventing workplace injuries through ergonomic power-assist technology.
Luban Exoskeleton Technology
Luban Exoskeleton Technology offers a range of industrial wearable support systems focused on occupational health and safety. Their portfolio includes solutions for back and shoulder support, aimed at reducing physical load in logistics, manufacturing, and trade industries.
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.
ATOUN
ATOUN was a Panasonic-backed company that specialized in powered exoskeletons for heavy labor. Their Model Y back support system was utilized in logistics and baggage handling operations. The company’s technology has influenced subsequent developments in the sector.
Laevo
Laevo specializes in the development of passive, wearable exoskeletons designed to support the back during bending and lifting tasks. Their products, such as the Laevo V2 and Laevo Flex, use a chest-pad and spring system to offload the lower back. These devices are used in logistics, agriculture, and healthcare to address lower back strain.
HeroWear
HeroWear is a Vanderbilt University spin-off specializing in passive back-assist exosuits. Its Apex product line uses elastic elements to support lifting and bending tasks.