What hTRIUS does

hTRIUS GmbH is a German manufacturer of passive back-support exoskeletons headquartered in Horb am Neckar, Germany. The company develops and produces the BionicBack product line — passive exoskeletons constructed from high-performance plastics featuring a bionic spine structure modeled on the human back. The portfolio comprises three core variants: the standard BionicBack (€2,580) for combined dynamic and static support, the lighter BionicBack MOVE (€2,880) optimized for dynamic tasks with frequent sitting transitions, and the BionicBack FP READY (€2,680), which is DEKRA-certified for use with certified fall protection systems in elevated work environments. A modular accessory ecosystem (X-ERGO 3D pads, replacement pad sets, Skins, transport bags) generates incremental revenue per customer. Disclosed clinical outcomes include up to 30% back load reduction, 86% fatigue reduction, 37% posture improvement, and 55% longer holding duration, with the company calculator implying ROI within 6.3 months.

The company employs a sales-led go-to-market motion anchored on a four-step consultation process (Beratung & Analyse, Start, Zwischenfeedback, Rollout) plus a video consultation service called Exoboutique. Distribution is direct to enterprise customers in Germany, complemented by exclusive regional channel partners in Switzerland (FTA Fahrzeugtechnik) and Italy (Nordwal), and industry-specific partners including Mafell (carpentry/roofing), Help Tech (healthcare), and IMAK (workshop equipment). The customer base spans enterprise logos across logistics (Amazon, Hermes, LGI Logistics), automotive (Mercedes-Benz, Audi Stuttgart), retail (Hornbach, Aldi Süd, H&M, DM Drogerie, SNIPES, Norma), chemicals (BASF), manufacturing (Metabo, TESA), construction (Leonhard Weiss), aviation (Stuttgart Airport), and food service (Brauerei Riegele, Block House).

hTRIUS monetizes through one-time hardware sales with optional monthly or quarterly installment financing, and benefits from BG BAU subsidy eligibility (up to 50% cost reimbursement for construction companies). The company has received the AGR Quality Seal (world's first for an exoskeleton), the German Construction Award 2026 (1st prize in Occupational Safety & Health Protection), and was named the KfW Award 2025 Landessieger for Baden-Württemberg. As a privately held GmbH with no disclosed external funding rounds, the company is led by CEO Dominik Heinzelmann and Operations Manager Jonas Haag, with a third HR/Back Office Manager, Ann-Katrin Bronner.

Name

hTRIUS

Legal name

hTRIUS GmbH

Website

https://htrius.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2020

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

hTRIUS GmbH is a German manufacturer of passive back-support exoskeletons (BionicBack product line) serving enterprise customers in logistics, construction, retail, automotive, and manufacturing industries across Germany, Switzerland, and Italy.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Horb

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Exoskeleton Hardware Sales: One-time hardware sales of BionicBack, BionicBack MOVE, and BionicBack FP READY exoskeletons. Accessories include pads, skins, and bags sold separately. Financing options available.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

hTRIUS GmbH designs, manufactures and sells the BionicBack line of passive back-support exoskeletons made from high-performance plastics in Germany. The modular product line (BionicBack, BionicBack MOVE, BionicBack FP READY) reduces back strain during lifting and forward-leaning work, and is complemented by a portfolio of comfort, hygiene, protection and transport accessories. Sales are directed primarily at enterprises whose workers perform physically demanding tasks in logistics, construction, retail, automotive workshops and similar industries.

Product overview

hTRIUS offers a modular portfolio of passive back-support exoskeletons centered on the BionicBack product line. The core BionicBack provides comprehensive dynamic and static back support for physically demanding work, while the BionicBack MOVE offers a lighter, sitting-optimized variant for roles involving frequent vehicle operation. The BionicBack FP READY extends the platform with fall protection compatibility for elevated work environments. The product ecosystem is complemented by a comprehensive accessories portfolio including comfort pads (X-ERGO 3D Pad), hygiene solutions (Pad Replacement Set), protective covers (Skins in multiple variants including Custom, Warning Vest, and Car-Skin), transport accessories (Backpack, Bag Adapter), and protective equipment (Buckle Protect Set, Shoulder Comfort Pads). All products are developed and manufactured in Germany, with the entire line receiving AGR certification for back-friendly design.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• BionicBack: Main product line - passive back exoskeleton for workplace back relief. Available in multiple variants: BionicBack (standard), BionicBack MOVE (for dynamic lifting and sitting), and BionicBack FP READY (compatible with fall protection systems).

Products and services

• BionicBack

Quantifiable outcome

• 30% reduction in back load/strain
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers18 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered regional, core and minor.

• FTA Fahrzeugtechnik AGregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive Swiss partner for hTRIUS. FTA (Fahrzeugtechnik) serves as the expert contact for Swiss customers interested in the BionicBack exoskeleton.
• NordwalregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive Italian partner for hTRIUS. Nordwal serves as the contact for Italian customers.
• MafellcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMafell is the partner for German carpentry and roofing professionals. The BionicBack is offered through Mafell's product catalog as an Exo Stabilizer (Exo-Stabilisator BionicBack BB-1).
• Help TechregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner for the healthcare sector (care and hospitals). Help Tech serves as the expert contact for healthcare facilities interested in the BionicBack.
• IMAKregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner as a complete provider for workshop equipment. IMAK targets automotive workshops with the BionicBack.
• Black Forest FoxesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerhTRIUS is the main sponsor of the Black Forest Foxes American football team. Represents corporate social responsibility and health-focused brand positioning through sports sponsorship.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Comau: Italian industrial automation company with a wearable robotics line (MATE-XT, MATE-XB) for shoulder and back support. Direct peer in passive exoskeletons for manufacturing and logistics, with strong automotive-OEM relationships that overlap with hTRIUS customer base.
• Laevo: Dutch manufacturer of passive back-support exoskeletons (Laevo FLEX) targeting industrial and logistics workers. Direct competitor in the passive back-exoskeleton niche with similar European focus, ergonomic claims, and B2B enterprise GTM.
• SuitX (by Ottobock): US-based modular exoskeleton startup (now part of Ottobock) producing back, shoulder, and leg support exoskeletons for industrial use. Direct peer in passive industrial exoskeletons, now backed by Ottobock's resources.
• Ekso Bionics: US-based developer of exoskeletons for medical rehabilitation, industrial, and construction use. Comparable in exoskeleton product category; broader portfolio including powered devices for medical and industrial applications, with established US enterprise sales.
• German Bionic: German-based direct competitor developing connected exoskeletons for logistics, manufacturing, and construction. Highly comparable to hTRIUS in product category, target verticals, and geographic focus, though German Bionic offers active/connected devices while hTRIUS is passive-only.
• StrongArm Technologies: US manufacturer of industrial ergonomic wearables including the FLx ErgoSkeleton for back and shoulder support. Direct competitor targeting logistics, manufacturing, and warehousing — overlapping with hTRIUS's primary verticals but focused on the North American market.
• Sarcos Robotics: US robotics company developing powered industrial exoskeletons (Guardian XO, Guardian XT) for construction, logistics, and defense. Direct peer in industrial exoskeletons though focused on active/powered devices versus hTRIUS's passive approach.

Broad incumbents

• Ottobock: Global incumbent in orthotics, prosthetics, and exoskeleton technology, including industrial Paexo line for back support. Comparable in product category (workplace exoskeletons) but with much broader product portfolio, deeper R&D resources, and global distribution.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/hTRIUS
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@hTRIUS
• Facebookfacebook.com/hTRIUS.GmbH
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/htrius-gmbh
• Instagraminstagram.com/htrius

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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