Innophys expands sales of Muscle Suit exoskeletons to Romania
Innophys now sells its Muscle Suit Every and Muscle Suit Soft-Power exoskeletons in Romania. The suits give users some extra lifting force to help carry heavy objects at places such as warehouses, production plants, and farms. Electricity isn't a prerequisite for these exoskeletons to function, making them unlike most other high-tech products sold these days that have to be charged every day and can just stop working at a crucial moment due to low battery; in fact, an issue as small as a dead wrist-worn controller battery can make it essentially impossible to use a $100k exoskeleton. All Muscle Suits can be donned in ten seconds and used in dusty and wet conditions.
The Muscle Suits allow users to lift heavy objects by shifting the force onto body parts that can withstand high pressure, such as the thighs and back. Readers who often find themselves moving heavy objects such as beds and dressers can use a lifting strap (like this one on Amazon) to safely shift the weight onto their shoulders.
The Muscle Suit Soft-Power is a 430 gram (0.95 lb.) exoskeleton designed to provide lightweight support of lifting functions while retaining mobility and comfort. The suit uses elastic bands to provide assistive lifting force. Users can drive vehicles while wearing the suit. The device reduces back strain by up to 35%. The exoskeleton fits users with a height of 150 cm to 180 cm (4 ft. 11 in. to 5 ft. 11 in.). The Soft-Power has an MSRP of 59,400 yen (~$400).
The Muscle Suit Every is a 3.8 kg (8.4 lbs.) exoskeleton designed to provide heavy-duty lifting assistance, with up to 25.5 kgf (56.2 pounds-force) of extra lifting force. The suit uses inflated rubber tubes encased in nylon mesh to provide assistive lifting force. The tubes must be inflated with a hand pump before the exoskeleton can be used. The exoskeleton comes in two sizes to fit users: S-M size for users with a height of 150 cm to 165cm (4 ft. 11 in. to 5 ft. 5 in.), and M-L size to fit users with a height of 160 cm (5 ft. 3 in.) to 185 cm (6 ft. 1 in.).
Two variations of the Every exoskeleton are available - a soft-fit model to assist users who need to walk about as they work, such as farm, construction, and manufacturing workers, and a tight-fit model to assist users who are lifting heavy objects from one location, such as nurses and medical assistants assisting patients from their beds. Both models have an MSRP of 149,600 yen (~$1,000).
Commercial users interested in buying the Muscle Suits in Japan can purchase the suits directly from the Innophys online store, and those overseas can contact an authorized distributor. Readers who don't want to do heavy lifting can wait for the release of the 1X Neo bipedal humanoid robot.
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Innophys (English), Innophys (Japanese), Innophys on YouTube, YK Toh Marketing on YouTube, Innophys press release
Innophys Launches Sales of "Muscle Suit (R)" Powered Exoskeletons in Romania
News provided by Innophys Co., Ltd.
Sep 27, 2024, 02:00 ET
- Expanding across EU Nations, Continuing Sales Promotion in Europe -
TOKYO, Sept. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Innophys Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as "Innophys"), a venture originating from Tokyo University of Science, located in Hachioji City, Tokyo, has commenced the sales of "Muscle Suit Every" and "Muscle Suit Soft-Power" exoskeleton devices in Romania, starting from September 1, 2024.
Innophys has launched the Muscle Suit (R) series in Romania as part of its efforts to expand in the EU market. Demand for exoskeletons that ease workers' physical burden is rising in Romania due to labor shortages. By partnering with SC BUNZL ROMANIA SRL, a local distributor specializing in industrial safety products, Innophys will target sectors such as manufacturing. Romania is seen as a key market in Eastern Europe, and through this expansion, Innophys aims to extend its reach across the region, now operating in 20 countries and territories.
The current overseas Muscle Suit (R) distributors are located in the following countries/regions (as January 31, 2024):
- Asia: China, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong & Macau, Malaysia, Thailand
- EU: France, Spain, Italy, Germany, Poland, Denmark, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania
- Latin America: Mexico
The overseas exoskeleton market is transitioning from the introductory phase to a growth phase, with a particularly high level of demand anticipated in EU countries, driven by growing awareness of worker protection. Innophys will continue to accelerate its business expansion in EU nations in the future.
Official global websites of Muscle Suit (R):
Muscle Suit Every: innophys.net/musclesuit/
Muscle Suit Soft-Power: innophys.net/musclesuit/soft_power/
Information on oversea distributors: innophys.net/musclesuit/distributors-and-retailers/
About Muscle Suit Every
The Muscle Suit Every is an exoskeleton designed to reduce the strain on the lower back during tasks such as maintaining a half-crouched posture or lifting heavy objects. With a maximum assisting force of 25.5kgf, it weighs only 3.8kg, making it lightweight. Operating without electricity, it utilizes pneumatic artificial muscles to provide assistance, making it suitable for various work environments, including manufacturing, agriculture, caregiving, logistics, and construction.
As of April 2024, the Muscle Suit (R) series has surpassed a cumulative shipment of 30,000 units worldwide. It holds a world record* of the highest global shipment volume for exoskeleton-type assistive suits using artificial muscles (*according to Innophys' research).
About Muscle Suit Soft-Power
By incorporating the assistive technology of artificial muscles developed in the Muscle Suit (R) series into the back of the supporter, it achieves top-tier assistance in the supporter category.
Additionally, with a small contact area on the body, it makes its user feel less warm, allowing for comfortable wear even in summer. The support can be easily toggled on and off using the shoulder buckle, making it suitable for driving while wearing. The fatigue is minimal even when worn continuously all day long.
