Apex

Category: Worker Health & Safety > Personal Protective Equipment > Lifts and Hoists
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The Apex exosuit is a wearable technology designed to reduce back muscle strain and spinal compression force during bending and lifting tasks. It works by providing an assistive torque about the back and hips, making lifting easier and reducing the effort required. This suit gives aid via the use of elastic bands as opposed to hydraulic systems.

Benefits

- Reduces back muscle strain and fatigue by an average of 29-47% during sustained bending and lifting tasks. - Reduces spine compression force by 5-10% during bending and lifting. - Increases user endurance and reduces muscle demand and fatigue. - Provides lifting assistance and makes lifting feel easier for over 90% of users. - Reduces discomfort in the lower and upper back, shoulders, knees, hips, and thighs for an average of 35% in low back discomfort and 40% in knee discomfort. - Reduces injury risks by up to 20-60% based on ergonomic assessment tools. - Does not interfere with or increase demands on other muscles or body parts. - Fits well into various work environments and is well-accepted by diverse users.

Limitations

- May not work with all PPE or other worn gear, so compatibility needs to be checked beforehand. - Some users may find it less effective or not prefer it compared to rigid exoskeletons. - Requires proper fitting to ensure comfort and effectiveness. - May have a higher cost compared to traditional back belts or other solutions.

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