HeroWear is a wearable technology company that is developing a suite of assistive clothing solutions that reduce fatigue and physical strain on workers. Their first product, the Apex, was developed in conjunction with the Center for Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology at Vanderbilt University.
The first exosuit built from the ground up for both men and women, the Apex is a back-assist exosuit that is designed to reduce strain on the back while fitting like a comfortable piece of clothing. It features a patent-pending dual-mode technology to make it easy to turn the back assistance on or off, allowing it to be used in nearly any work situation. The textile-based design is modular, allowing for over 50 possible combinations so that the fit and the amount of support provided is perfect for anyone in any job.
The first exosuit built from the ground up for both men and women, the Apex is a back-assist exosuit that is designed to reduce strain on the back while fitting like a comfortable piece of clothing. It features a patent-pending dual-mode technology to make it easy to turn the back assistance on or off, allowing it to be used in nearly any work situation. The textile-based design is modular, allowing for over 50 possible combinations so that the fit and the amount of support provided is perfect for anyone in any job.
Location: United States, Tennessee, Nashville
Employees: 11-50
Total raised: $5M
Founded date: 2018
Investors 2
Funding Rounds 1
| Date | Series | Amount | Investors |
| 04.04.2025 | Series A | $5M | - |
Mentions in press and media 7
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| 06.04.2025 | HeroWear: A New Era in Workplace Safety with Exoskeleton Technology | In the bustling world of modern industry, the weight of labor can be crushing. Workers face daily challenges that can lead to injuries, fatigue, and long-term health issues. Enter HeroWear, a Nashville-based startup that is changing the gam... |
| 04.04.2025 | HeroWear: Exoskeleton Company Raises $5 Million (Series A) | HeroWear, a private startup specializing in occupational exosuit solutions, announced $5 million of Series A funding from White Road Investments. The company is partnering with Engage to accelerate its work with top enterprises. HeroWear pl... |
| 03.04.2025 | HeroWear Raises $5M in Series A Funding | HeroWear, a Nashville, Tenn.-based startup specializing in occupational exosuit solutions, raised $5m in Series A funding. Backers included White Road Investments, and Engage. The company intends to use the funds to plans to utilize the fun... |
| 03.12.2024 | HeroWear Named to Inc.'s 2024 Best in Business List for Innovation and Technology | Occupational exosuits from Nashville-based startup reduce back strain injuries, increase productivity HeroWear, an occupational exosuit technology solutions provider, has been recognized in Inc.'s 2024 Best in Business list in the Innovatio... |
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| - | HeroWear | “Evolving Work. Improving Life. See the Apex 2 The Apex 2 The Apex 2 is a lightweight back-assist exosuit that combines the power of science with a focus on comfort, resulting in unparalleled protection and wearability. The suit’s assistanc... |
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