The New Zealand direct public expenditure costs $327 million per year treating lower back pain alone. However, the estimated cost including loss of income and productivity is much higher at an estimated $2.6 billion per year.
THE BACK EXOSKELETONS AND EXOSUITS WE USE
HAPO EXOSKELETONS
A very light, passive and spring-loaded wearable exoskeleton that supports people who carry out physically demanding and repetitive tasks. The HAPO supports the upper body through the partial transfer of forces from the upper trunk (via the chest support) to the thighs, without compressing the spine. This system assists in the manual handling of loads, providing support and reducing strain on the lower back.
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Reduces the load on the lower back by 30%.
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Improves balance and postural stability
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Empowers older and mobility-restricted workers to remain in the workforce
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Offers great freedom of movement
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Quick and easy to put on
AUXIVO EXOSUIT
A lightweight (< 0.9kg), textile exoskeleton that supports back and hip muscles when lifting objects from below hip level or when working in a forward-leaning position. It is designed to reduce workload, muscle fatigue and exhaustion.
The Auxivo LiftSuit is a uniquely versatile support system that provides support for its user's back and hip muscles anytime and anywhere they need it. As a wearable exoskeleton that is worn like clothes, it can be used in many situations where traditional means - such as cranes or conveyor belts - cannot be deployed, e.g. inside airplane holds or buildings.
INNOPYS EXOSKELETONS
The world’s number 1 wearable exoskeleton, Innophys’ Musclesuit assists with movements of up to 25.5 kgf of auxiliary force. Lightweight and easy-to-wear, this passive exoskeleton’s air-pressure design enables it to be used for unlimited periods without power.
DAIYA EXOSUITS
Daiya exosuits augment the human body with artificial muscles and supportive technologies cultivated through constant research and development. Light-weight and easy to move in, these exosuits enable workers to bend easily, lift heavy objects and keep their sacroiliac joints supported.
Advanced Back Exoskeleton Solutions for Workplace Safety
Exxovantage are a leading supplier in back exoskeletons for workplace safety. Our services span across the globe, providing meaningful workplace assistance in the USA, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Singapore, UK and Europe. Back injuries from improper posture and repetitive heavy lifting are one of the leading causes in workplace injuries.
These issues impact a large variety of industries, which is why we provide a variety of ergonomically designed exoskeletons, designed to offset the strain experienced in the back when lifting as well as helping to encourage proper posture. Back exoskeletons not only help ensure workplace safety, they are also sound business investment. Our back exoskeletons help to improve productivity, improve employee attraction and retention, reduce down time from exhaustion and injury, and reduce costs from workplace injury claims.
The Benefits of Using Back Support Exoskeletons in Manual Labour
The Our back support exoskeletons are helping to change the workplace landscape for the better, with benefits including:
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Back Injury Prevention: Our Back Exosuits dramatically reduces the risk of back injuries.
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Enhanced Productivity: With additional support from our back exoskeletons, workers are able to work more efficiently and reduce general fatigue.
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Improved Posture: Our exo-suits help to promote proper spinal alignment and posture, which helps to prevent any long term injuries that can be sustained through poor posture.
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Ergonomically Designed: Our suits are designed to be comfortable, wearable and easy to use, having minimal impact on free movement.
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Weight Distribution: Our suits help to better distribute the load across the body, reducing pressure on the back and joints.
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Adaptability: Our back exoskeletons are adaptable to all forms of manual labour, and are easily adjusted for people of most heights.
Back Exoskeletons help to increase productivity, HSEQ, ESG performances, staff engagement, attraction and retention of staff, while reducing costs, injury claims, lost time injuries and staff shortages.
Explore the Range of Back Exoskeletons at Exxovantage
Discover Exxovantage's comprehensive range of back exoskeletons, each uniquely designed to enhance workplace safety and efficiency:
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HAPO Exoskeletons: These are lightweight, passive, and spring-loaded, perfect for physically demanding and repetitive tasks. They support the upper body by transferring force from the back to the thighs, alleviating lower back strain during load handling.
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AUXIVO EXOSUIT: A sub-1kg textile exoskeleton, the Auxivo LiftSuit supports back and hip muscles during lifting or forward-leaning tasks. Its adaptability and lightweight structure can be used in various settings, including construction sites and aeroplane holds.
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INNOPHYS EXOSKELETONS: Recognised as the world's leading wearable exoskeleton, Innophys' Musclesuit provides up to 25.5 kg of auxiliary force. Its air-pressure system ensures unlimited usage without power, making it highly efficient.
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DAIYA EXOSUITS: Daiya's exosuits offer artificial muscle support and are designed for ease of movement, aiding in tasks like bending and lifting and providing crucial support to the sacroiliac joints.
A Surprising ROI with Our Back Support Exoskeletons
IOur Back Exoskeletons benefits don’t stop at the workplace safety, our Exosuits have a variety of financial benefits, including:
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Reduce Costs from Injuries: Reducing injuries in the workplace also helps to reduce the costs that come with it, including those that come from cost injuries as well as the costs incurred by delays.
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Improved Productivity: Thanks to the assistive technology in our exosuits, staff are able to work more effectively, being able to perform tasks for longer periods without having to pause or take a break.
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Improvement in the Workplace Environment: Healthy workers are happy workers, improvements in the quality of life help to ensure that staff morale is kept up, helping to improve staff retention and availability.
How Much Can our Exoskeletons Reduce Injury and Increase Productivity?
Exxovantage's back support exoskeletons are engineered to reduce injuries and boost productivity:
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Injury Reduction: Our products and services can help reduce workplace injuries by up to 40% with a 32% reduction in sprains and strains that can occur in the workplace.
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Improved Productivity: We can help to increase workplace production by up to 16% and can improve sleep time by 40 minutes per night (add link to the CHASNZ report completed with our exos https://chasnz.org/pilot-study-using-an-exoskeleton-to-prevent-musculoskeletal-problems-in-roofers/
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Staff Availability: Along with improved productivity, we can help to reduce absenteeism by 25%, reduce Loss Time Injury Rates by 25% and help increase staff attraction and Retention by 22%
Empower Your Workforce with Exxovantage
Boost Productivity and ensure the health and safety of your team with Exxovantage. Along with our range of Back Support Exoskeletons we also offer a range of Mid Height, Shoulder, Carrysuit, and Wrist Exoskeletons. We also provide realtime biometric tracking with our Workplace Wearable Sensors, helping you to identify inefficiencies are in your workplace, and use the Predictive Intelligence they enable to take data driven action to improve worker efficiency and re-train those who are not following the manual handling proceedures
Reach out to us today and explore how our Exxovantage can improve your workplace dynamic.