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Apex 2

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Updated May 2026·methodology

Robo Index

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Adequate evidence

5 of 10 signals present

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Weighted factors

average of the 5 scored · blanks don't count

Commercial maturity8520%
Deployment footprint1018%
Proven track record3012%
Spec completeness10012%
Company financial health7412%
Company maturity358%
Manufacturer portfolionot yet scored6%
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)not yet scored6%
Independent recognitionnot yet scored4%
Market momentumnot yet scored2%

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Overview

The Apex 2 is a lightweight back-assist exosuit designed to reduce back strain and fatigue for workers who perform repetitive bending and lifting tasks. It weighs just 3 lbs and provides artificial back muscles without the need for motors or batteries. The exosuit is praised for its comfort, ease of use, and ability to reduce back strain by up to 40%, leading to a 5-15% boost in productivity in warehousing and distribution centers. It is trusted by innovative companies across various industries for its effectiveness in reducing workplace injuries and improving worker comfort.

Flagship features

  • Reduces back strain by up to 40%
  • Reported 5x ROI for businesses due to injury reduction and productivity improvements
  • Used by Plymouth Foods with zero reported back injuries over 16,500 working hours
  • Lightweight design at 3 lbs (1.36 kg)
  • Worker acceptance rate of 82% in case studies

Buyer decision signals

Deployments

2 known operators across 2 countries

Royal Australian Air Force

Viability

$5.0M raisedest. 2019

Series A financing

Availability

available

Specifications

Category: Exoskeleton
Launch year
2023
Price
Contact for quote
Status
active
VerifiedSelf-reportedEstimated

Company profile

Funding raised
$5.0M
Founded
2019

Detailed specifications

Other13
Load Path
hip
Assist Mode
passive
ROI Estimate
5-10x based on real-world, long-term use in warehousing and distribution centers
Applications
industrial_lifting,warehouse_logistics
Sub Category
industrial_lift_assist
Body Coverage
back_only
Company Country
US
Device Weight Kg
1.36
Industries Served
logistics,manufacturing,distribution
Availability Status
available
Emg Reduction Percent
40
Additional Information
- Reduces back strain by up to 40% - Reported 5x ROI for businesses due to injury reduction and productivity improvements - Used by Plymouth Foods with zero reported back injuries over 16,500 working hours - Lightweight design at 3 lbs (1.36 kg) - Worker acceptance rate of 82% in case studies
Deployment Environment
indoor

Who runs it· deployment evidence

1 on record · none maker-verified yet. Each links to its source — open it and judge.

Verified — maker-confirmedReported — in a public source, not maker-confirmed

Company milestones

  • Apr 2025FundingSeries A financing
  • 2024DeploymentRoyal Australian Air Force rollout of Apex exosuits
  • 2019MilestoneCompany founded
  • MilestoneApex 2 commercialized and deployed broadly
  • LaunchApex 2 introduced as newest civilian exosuit

Where will these robots operate? Often the same as your country — add more for multi-country deployments.

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