SUITX by Ottobock presented IX BACK VOLTON, a new intelligent exoskeleton, at the HANNOVER MESSE trade fair in March 2025. It relieves the back by up to 17 kilograms per lifting operation during physically demanding activities. Weighing only 4.8 kilograms, the exoskeleton is, according to Ottobock, the world's lightest battery-powered model in its class. After successfully completing the beta phase, the exoskeleton has now finally gone into series production.

“Exoskeletons such as the IX BACK VOLTON are a key lever for protecting the health of employees, reducing downtime, and making jobs more attractive in the long term – especially in times of skilled labor shortages,” says David Duwe, Vice President Sales SUITX by Ottobock Europe. “Thanks to intelligent sensor technology, our new exoskeleton recognizes how the body moves and provides support exactly where it is needed. It provides noticeable relief without restricting natural movement and can be used intuitively throughout an entire work shift.”

The IX BACK VOLTON was developed specifically for physically demanding activities in dynamic work environments, such as order picking or loading and unloading products of varying weights. Musculoskeletal disorders are particularly common in workplaces where employees regularly lift heavy loads. When organizational and technical measures reach their limits, the new exoskeleton offers effective support.

The IX BACK VOLTON is the first intelligent exoskeleton in the SUITX by Ottobock product portfolio – equipped with precise motor technology and a powerful battery. Power is supplied by the Bosch AMPShare system, which enables a battery life of up to eight hours. This means that the exoskeleton can reliably support an entire work shift. At the same time, the cross-brand 18-volt system ensures high user-friendliness: the batteries are easy to replace and can be seamlessly integrated into existing infrastructures.

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