German Bionic, a Berlin-based leader in robotic exoskeleton technology, CES 2025 has today launched the Apogee ULTRA, the world’s most powerful series-production exoskeleton. Designed to support workers in logistics, manufacturing, construction, bagging handling, and healthcare, the Apogee ULTRA boasts superior strength, adaptability, and worker safety, making it ideal for various high-intensity tasks and boosting productivity.

Key Features of the Apogee ULTRA

• Unmatched Strength: The Apogee ULTRA provides dynamic lifting support of up to 80lbs/36kg, significantly reducing strain on the lower back. For instance, a 70lb lift feels as light as 8.8 to 11 lbs.
• Enhanced Mobility: It offers active walking support, making 10 miles feel like 8, and relieves pressure during bent-over tasks, improving comfort and productivity in demanding jobs.
• AI-powered Performance: Leveraging vast amounts of user data, the Apogee ULTRA incorporates intuitive AI features that adapt to individual users’ physiques and tasks, ensuring optimal performance and comfort. This includes the powerful Ultra Mode, smoother transitions between support modes, and heightened sensitivity for even the slightest movements.
• Machine Learning for Continuous Improvement: Thanks to machine learning, the Apogee ULTRA stays up-to-date with new features and capabilities delivered through over-the-air updates.

Benefits of the Apogee ULTRA in Various Industries

The Apogee ULTRA offers numerous advantages across various industries, particularly those facing high physical demands and staffing shortages, such as warehousing and logistics.

• Reduced Fatigue and Injury, Improved Efficiency: By alleviating lower-back strain, the exoskeleton helps workers stay focused and productive throughout their shifts, leading to reduced fatigue and injury rates.
• Lower Sick Leave: Companies using German Bionic exoskeletons have reported a 31% decrease in sick leave.
• Enhanced Handling and Mobility: The Apogee ULTRA’s improved lifting and movement capabilities make handling heavy and awkward objects effortless, minimizing injury risks during tasks like loading or unloading trucks.
• Extended Career Longevity: By supporting musculoskeletal health, the Apogee ULTRA empowers workers to perform physically demanding tasks over extended periods throughout their careers.
• More Appealing Jobs: Advanced technology like the Apogee ULTRA makes physically demanding jobs more attractive to potential employees, promoting higher retention rates.

Seamless Connectivity and User Engagement

The Apogee ULTRA is complemented by the German Bionic Connect app, which provides users with detailed performance metrics such as steps taken, weight lifted, and usage time. The app fosters engagement through a two-way communication channel, allowing users to provide feedback. This user feedback is crucial for continuous improvements and ensures a tailored experience that caters to individual needs. By integrating workers more closely with the technology, the app fosters a sense of ownership and active participation in their well-being, workplace safety, and performance, ultimately achieving exceptional user acceptance rates.

360° Human Augmentation Approach

German Bionic’s 360° Human Augmentation approach extends beyond the Apogee ULTRA exoskeleton and the German Bionic Connect app. It also encompasses a powerful data insights platform (German Bionic IO) and advanced human-machine interfaces. This integrated approach offers:

• Precise Ergonomic Safety Level Calculations: The platform provides accurate calculations and visualizations of ergonomic Safety Levels.
• Activity Monitoring and Reporting: It facilitates activity monitoring and reporting for efficient fleet management.
• User-friendly Dashboard: All this data is presented on an intuitive, user-friendly dashboard.
• Video-based Training: A video-based Academy offers comprehensive onboarding tutorials and expert tips to help users maximize the potential of the Apogee ULTRA.

A Powerful Solution for Real-World Challenges

“The Apogee ULTRA represents years of innovation,” said Armin G. Schmidt, CEO of German Bionic. “It’s not just the most powerful exoskeleton; it’s a dynamic solution for real-world challenges, redefining what’s possible for workforce support. We’re thrilled to be at the forefront of human augmentation technology, empowering workers to achieve more safely, efficiently, and sustainably.”

Availability

The Apogee ULTRA is available for purchase now.