Exoskeleton and market gardening: maintaining the health and sustainability of the profession

In organic market gardening, the exoskeleton makes it possible to preserve the back and to last in the trade.

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Vegetable grower wearing an Japet lumbar exoskeleton to protect his back at work

Organic market gardening: a physically demanding profession

Maryse Bruand, a farmer specializing in organic market gardening, embodies the revival of the profession thanks to the integration of the Japet.W+ exoskeleton in his daily professional life.

Its activity is based on repetitive tasks, demanding postures and the regular carrying of heavy loads. Like many vegetable farmers, she gradually developed back pain due to the physical demands of the job.

When pain threatens business continuity

After years of manual work and despite osteopathic care, Maryse had to face a difficult reality: the signs of aging and the decrease in her physical capacities were becoming an obstacle to the continuation of her activity.

The boxes of goods, once raised without difficulty, had become a source of daily suffering, calling into question the sustainability of its operation.

The discovery of the exoskeleton: a concrete solution

Inspired by the testimony of a farrier, Maryse discovered the motorized exoskeleton as a possible response to the physical constraints of vegetable gardening.

After learning about its benefits and have followed an adaptation protocol, she adopted the exoskeleton for all her tasks, quickly considering it an essential tool to maintain her health and her efficiency at work.

A daily ally to work without pain

The Japet exoskeleton has become a real ally in the daily management of agricultural work.

He brings him:

  • support when carrying loads,
  • a safer posture,
  • a reduction in lumbar fatigue.

Maryse can now perform her movements without fear of worsening her pain, thus improving her quality of life at work and outside.

Towards the sustainability of the market gardening profession

Thanks to the exoskeleton, Maryse regains the energy and satisfaction of a day completed without excessive physical constraints.

This innovation opens up new perspectives for vegetable growers, by contributing to the sustainability of the profession and to a better balance between professional and personal life.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ROI of an exoskeleton in occupational health?

The return on investment of an exoskeleton depends on the workstation, the choice of hardware and its integration.
Well targeted and well used, it results in a reduction in fatigue, non-productivity and work stoppages, a better job retention And a Reduction of Turnover.

On highly demanding jobs, and when the equipment is well chosen, gains can appear as early as the first few months.

Japet provides an ROI calculation tool for the Japet.W+ exoskeleton, to calculate the impact of its back protection.

Are there grants to finance exoskeletons?

Today, financial aid for exoskeletons is rare and limited to a few specific cases, reach out to your local health administration to learn more.

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