Hospitals
Motion that supports continuous care
Hospitals operate in high-pressure environments, where every moment and every resource matters. Formova brings Total Automation Intelligence to internal logistics—connecting vehicles, software, and workflows to automate routine, non-clinical tasks, reduce strain on staff, and improve the flow of essential materials throughout your facility.
By keeping supplies, linens, meals, and waste moving efficiently, Formova enables care teams to stay focused on what matters most: delivering exceptional patient care.
Total Automation Intelligence
Advanced vehicles, intelligent software, and responsive support—working together to keep your operation moving today and over time.
Built for the way you move
Purpose-built mobile automation designed to perform in real-world environments. From precise navigation to heavy-load handling, Formova vehicles deliver the reliability and flexibility your operation depends on—day in and day out.
Why hospitals keep moving with Formova
Unburden your staff
Free nurses and clinical teams from the time-consuming task of manual transport. Improve staff satisfaction and enable more hands-on care.
Nonstop, uninterrupted delivery
Our mobile robots work 24/7, reducing dependency on human labor during off-hours, weekends, and staff shortages.
Built for infection control
Reduce touchpoints, streamline sanitation, and segregate clean vs. soiled materials with precision automation.
Documented cost savings & ROI
Lower labor costs, reduce injuries, and prevent logistical delays—adding up to measurable returns on investment.
Meet the C.A.R.E. mobile robot fleet
Applications tailored to every department
Formova’s C.A.R.E. mobile robots are purpose-built for hospitals, combining proven automated guided vehicle (AGV) technology with healthcare-focused design to streamline logistics, meet cleanliness standards, and improve workflow efficiency through function-based grouping.
Celeste & Apollo: Light-duty precision for clinical & patient zones
Celeste and Apollo vehicles are designed for secure, hygienic, and efficient transport of smaller payloads across sensitive hospital environments. These robots are ideal for patient-facing areas and clean environments.
Celeste & Apollo key applications:
- Automated pharmacy & medication delivery
Ensures timely, secure transport of medications to reduce wait times and improve patient outcomes. - Lab specimen transport
Maintains chain-of-custody and speeds up diagnostic turnaround with reliable, traceable delivery. - Clean linen restocking
Keeps wards supplied with fresh linens, reducing manual labor and infection risk. - Patient meal tray delivery & return
Supports timely meal service and efficient tray collection, improving patient satisfaction. - Surgical kit & sterile supply delivery
Ensures surgical teams have what they need, when they need it, minimizing delays. - IV fluid & PPE distribution
Maintains consistent availability of critical supplies across departments.
Rocket & Eclipse: Heavy-duty performance for back-of-house operations
Rocket and Eclipse robots are optimized for high-capacity, heavy-load material movement, supporting the core logistics infrastructure of the hospital. These vehicles are ideal for bulk operations, lower-level corridors, and service areas.
Rocket & Eclipse key applications:
- Soiled linen removal
Reduces manual handling and cross-contamination risks while maintaining hygiene standards. - Waste & biohazard transport
Ensures safe, compliant movement of hazardous materials to protect staff and patients. - Bulk supply & storeroom restocking
Keeps departments stocked with essential items, improving supply chain efficiency. - Dietary cart transfer
Supports timely meal service with reliable transport of food carts across hospital zones. - Equipment & rack transport
Frees up staff time by automating the movement of large or heavy equipment. - Reusable surgical supply returns
Streamlines the return process for sterilization, improving turnaround and inventory control.
FOR moving smarter with
mōt.OS® is the intelligence behind the motion—one platform offering total control. Orchestrate multiple fleets from multiple manufacturers and respond in real time as conditions change, all while gaining the insights needed to continuously improve performance.
Discover mōt.OS®Safety engineered in
Formova leads the industry in AGV safety with a collaborative risk assessment approach and proactive safety planning that goes beyond compliance.
- Over 500 million safe operating hours in the field
- Active members of ANSI/ITSDF B56.5, ISO 3691-4, A3/RIA R15.08, MAG (MHI), ASTM F45
- Real-time obstacle detection and collision avoidance
- Comprehensive operator and facility training
- Ongoing safety optimization as environments evolve
Cybersecurity-backed innovation
Formova takes security as seriously as safety. As manufacturers adopt connected technologies, we help protect your operations from evolving cyber threats.
- SOC 2 audited, with ISO 27001 certification pending
- Continuous system updates and hardening
- Secure system architecture to safeguard data and uptime
Customer care PRoCARE® packages
Our PRoCARE® packages are designed to ensure your systems run smoothly, securely, and efficiently.
Customized service plans
Flexible options tailored to your operational needs, budget, and performance goals.
Global & local support teams
Rapid-response service from experts who understand your environment—wherever you are.
ROI-driven system optimization
Proactive insights and adjustments to maximize performance and extend system life.
Operator training & risk mitigation
Hands-on education and best practices to reduce downtime and ensure safe, confident use.
Cybersecurity support
Guidance and tools to help safeguard your infrastructure and maintain compliance.
Put your hospital in motion—with confidence
Whether you’re automating a single floor or coordinating across multiple campuses, Formova delivers hospital logistics solutions designed for safety, reliability, and the continuous flow of care.