In physically demanding jobs, the question is not only "should an exoskeleton be used?" but rather "at what time of the day should it be worn?"
For the use to be truly effective, it must be thoughtfully integrated, taking into account the rhythm and organization of the work.
The first step is to closely observe the workstations to identify movements that may cause discomfort or pain.
Ask yourself the right questions:
- What are the most constraining movements?
- When do repeated back bends occur?
- At what times are the arms in prolonged elevation?
The answers vary depending on the profession, but certain high-risk activities often recur: handling, screwing with arms raised, carrying heavy loads, working with a bent back or in a crouched position, etc.
Examples:
A painter working on a ceiling with arms extended above the shoulders can use Hapo UP to relieve their upper limbs during this specific task.
A maintenance technician working crouched and bent over can activate Hapo BACK during these repeated strenuous periods.
A caregiver handling patients will benefit from wearing their Hapo CS during these manual handling tasks.
In most physical jobs, the workday follows an identifiable rhythm: periods of intense effort alternate with calmer times or control tasks.
The goal is to identify these sequences to plan when wearing the exoskeleton will be most useful.
This analysis of the daily rhythm allows for structuring reasoned, effective, and comfortable usage periods without overloading the operator.
Examples:
A warehouse worker will wear their exoskeleton during the morning depalletizing phases and evening loading.
An industrial assembler can use it during screwing operations, which are often grouped and done in a chain for several hours.
A laundry employee will activate their exoskeleton during intensive ironing sequences, then remove it during preparation times.
To be effective, the exoskeleton must be integrated into the daily organization.
It's not just about "putting it on when you're in pain," but about including it in a planned and clear routine.
This can involve:
- scheduling dressing time during certain time slots;
- signage or visual reminders at high-risk workstations;
- task distribution that takes into account the times when the equipment is worn.
Companies that succeed in this integration are those that have involved operators and safety officers from the start. It is this collaboration that allows for smooth, accepted, and personalized use.
Beyond immediate comfort, the targeted use of an exoskeleton conveys a strong message: that of a company committed to the health of its employees.
This approach creates a culture of active prevention, where each employee becomes an active participant in their physical well-being.
The strategic use of the exoskeleton then becomes a professional reflex, just like wearing gloves or safety shoes.
The Hapo exoskeletons are designed to meet the real needs of professionals. Their lightness, modularity, and ease of use facilitate their integration into the pace of a workday.
Rather than trying to cover everything, they target key moments of high muscle strain:
By supporting your teams in this approach, you go beyond the obligations of QVCT:
you commit to a sustainable dynamic of protection, comfort, and performance.
Hapo helps you turn each day into an opportunity to work better and live better at work.
Our teams are at your disposal to assess your needs and organize real-life tests to allow your employees to experience the benefits of exoskeletons in their work environment.
Our teams are at your disposal to assess your needs and organize real-life tests to allow your employees to experience the benefits of Hapo exoskeletons in their work environment.
