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The Ultimate Exoskeleton for Overhead Work

People with heavy-duty overhead work get often diagnosed with lasting bodily damage. Skelex exoskeleton systems support people working in limited spaces and awkward postures, like automotive assembly, etc.

The suit is extremely light, easy to use, wear, adjust and move in. Skelex is the most advanced - and first 360 degrees freedom - exoskeleton under 3 kg. It is based on a smartly designed carbon fiber spring without any electronics or actuators to keep it light.

The suit is designed to intuitively put on and adjust according to your own body size.

It only touches the body where it is inevitable and provides upwards force for lifting.

360 range of movement Enjoy greater endurance, strength and effectiveness with the 360 range of movement

Second Skin Feel your Second Skin .. Close to the body to avoid entanglement for safety, as well as an intuitive, seamless experience

Easily adjustable arm length Easily adjustable arm length to fit most individuals

Comfort is Paramount Comfort is Paramount .. Ergonomic, detachable arm cups, removable harness with one click for washing, no contact on the back to avoid sweating

FlexFrames FlexFrames can be easily detached or attached by a simple click

Height Adjustment Height Adjustment with easy to use knob and visual indicator

Width Adjustment Width Adjustment with visual indicator calibrated with standard measurements

Reach New Heights Reach New Heights .. Work effortlessly even while reaching very high up, the Skelex 360 supports all arm and torso movements

Flexibility is Key Flexibility is Key .. Experience unparalleled flexibility to support you in everything you do with the Skelex 360

Detachable Arm Cup Detachable Arm Cup with one click; different sizes available

The Harness The Harness is comprised of two parts: a lightweight carbon frame that delivers the force, and a separated soft-goods part that has close contact with the body.

Force adjustment Force adjustment possible also while wearing by turning knob

From concept to a beautiful ergonomic reality

In an industrial setting it can be difficult to develop an ergonomic working environment that supports its workers not only mentally but also physically. Harnesses provide solutions to support one's body during physically demanding work. However, the challenge lies in creating such a lightweight and intuitive harness capable of adapting to multiple body types, without hindering the wide range of motions required by the wearer.

To design an intuitive load reducing exoskeleton with a perfect fit, we further developed the basic idea using a Frankenstein mechanical model, applying an integrated approach which encompassed design, engineering and soft-goods disciplines. This method enabled a fast development process, in which we continuously validated ideas through prototyping to optimize the design for use. Within a short timeframe we enabled Skelex to start sales and continue their business.

The harness is comprised of two parts: a lightweight carbon frame that delivers the force, and a separated soft-goods part that has close contact with the body. This combination allows users to easily adjust the harness to their body and permits 360 degrees of motion without any hassle. The result is an optimized product that stands out among its competitors, not only by its practical capabilities but also with its looks.

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