FORTIS Exoskeleton Holds Heavy Tools

Feb. 4, 2017
Lockheed Martin's FORTIS exoskeleton transfers loads of heavy tools, making them feel weightless.

FORTIS exoskeleton transfers loads of heavy tools to the ground in standing or kneeling positions, making tools up to 36 lb appear weightless. The advanced ergonomic design moves naturally with the body and adapts to different body types and heights from 5 ft 4 in. to 6 ft 4 in. Using the FORTIS tool arm, operators effortlessly hold heavy hand tools, increasing productivity by reducing muscle fatigue, improving work rates by 2 to 27 times.

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Features:

  • Weight: Less than 27 lb.
  • Holds tools up to 36 lb.
  • Adjustable for workers from 5 ft 4 in. to 6 ft 4 in.
  • Human powered
  • Improves work rates by 2 to 27 times, according to third-party testing
  • Starts at $23,320

Lockheed Martin Corporation
Bethesda, MD
(866) 330-7311
lockheedmartin.com