[Sales debut in Thailand] What is the difference between the assist suit ‘Support Jacket’ and other types of supporters? Introducing the wearing method with a video that details backache measures and injury prevention

24/05/2021

UPR (Thailand) Co., Ltd.

Backache is said to account for about 60% of all illnesses and injuries that occur in the workplace.

Support Jacket® was developed to reduce the physical burden of repetitive tasks such as lifting objects, standing, and sitting, and to assist in comfortable work. (It belongs to a product category called assist suit, powered suit, and power assist suit)

Support Jacket

[Made in Japan] What is a Support Jacket (assist suit) that decreases backache problems?

The Support Jacket is workwear developed by UPR.

The bones (Bb+) uniquely developed by UPR naturally lead to an ideal posture, preventing injuries and backache.

It can be used in a wide range of industries such as logistics, manufacturing, construction, agriculture, medical care, and nursing care. In Japan, where the aging population and labor shortage are serious, it is used by many businesses and individuals.

Q. How is it different from supporters and corsets?
The Support Jacket is an assist suit. The big difference is the three unique functions (Form Navigation Function, Lumbar Support Function, and Muscle Function) that reduce the burden on the lower back.

Form Navigation Function

Form Navigation Function ： Bb+ originally developed by UPR becomes the worker's "second spine" and leads to the ideal spine and hip posture.

Lumbar Support Function

Lumbar Support Function ： A large belt wraps around the spine, abdominal muscles, and back muscles, reducing the burden on the body.

Muscle Function

Muscle Function: The belt that supports the muscles of the legs assists with movements such as leaning forward and getting up, reducing fatigue.

Q. Will it cure my backache if I wear it?
No, it will not cure backache. It is not a therapeutic device, but a product to reduce the burden on the lower back.

Q. Will it increase the weight I can lift if I wear it?
No, it will not increase your limits. Unlike products that use electricity, this product is designed to assist the body with natural force.

Q. How does it feel when you wear it?
There is "a sensation of healing the stoop" and "a slight resistance when I lean forward". I feel that the power of the jacket is guiding me to keep a good posture.

Q. Is it possible to wash it?
The Support Jacket FIT can be machine washed by removing the bone (Bb+) and placing it in a net. For the Support Jacket PRO, remove the bone (Bb+) and wash it by hand. The bones after removal, can be washed by hand in water.

Q. Can I try it on before purchasing?
For customers in Thailand and Southeast Asia, please contact us using the inquiry form at the bottom of this page.

Easy to put on in just 6 steps (30 seconds)! How to wear the Support Jacket

How to wear the Support Jacket PRO

Hold the shoulder belts and put both arms through them as if you were carrying a backpack.
Stretch the wrinkles on the waist belt and pull it forward to wrap around the waist and fasten the zipper. Pull the auxiliary belt forward and fasten it to further stabilize the pelvis.
Fasten the knee belt
Adjust the strength by fastening the muscle belt that connects the waist and knees.
Adjust the looseness of the shoulder belts with your chest stretched.
Adjust the length by fastening the chest belt.

Users can easily determine that the jacket reduces the burden on the body.

The Support Jacket helps prevent work-related accidents (injuries and accidents preventions) and improves the work environment.

Support Jacket

From the series, select the product that you can work most comfortably with according to the nature of the work and size of your body. For customers in Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, and Vietnam, UPR's local subsidiaries in each country will guide you.

If you would like to try on the Support Jacket or have product details in Thailand, please contact us using the form below.

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