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Fast-Moving Consumer Goods


Fast. Flexible. Future-ready.


In fast-moving consumer goods operations, demand can shift in an instant. Formova helps organizations maintain speed, consistency, and control through intelligent mobile automation that keeps production, packaging, and distribution aligned—no matter how quickly conditions change.

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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.

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Why FMCG leaders keep moving with Formova


Faster material flow

Boost production with up to 30% faster throughput, improved on-time delivery, and reduced cycle times.


Reduced labor dependency

Cut forklift driver labor by 90%+ and address labor shortages with automated, redundant mobile fleets.


Smarter cost savings

Reduce fork-lift operator costs to the equivalent of $4/hour and save over $6,000 per forklift annually in damage-related expenses.


Intelligent material handling

Ensure the right material gets to the right place—faster and more accurately—with mōt.OS®, our innovate software that manages multiple fleets and manufacturers in a single operating system.


Zero errors, zero accidents

Achieve a 100% reduction in forklift-related human error and eliminate forklift-related injuries with intelligent safety systems and fully autonomous operation.

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Ready for the pace of consumer goods

From beverage lines to snack factories to household goods facilities, Formova’s automation solutions are purpose-built for high-speed, high-volume production.

Typical applications:

  • Just-in-time delivery of raw materials, empty pallets, and packaging supplies
  • Case and full pallet movement
  • Line-side replenishment
  • Work-in-process (WIP) movements
  • Finished goods transfer and staging
  • Movement to pallet wrapping and outbound loading

Facility types served:

  • CPG manufacturing facilities
  • CPG distribution centers
  • Packaging and co-packing lines
  • Multi-line and multi-SKU manufacturing sites

Vehicle types

  • Counterbalance forked
  • Reach
  • Automatic trailer loading / unloading

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FOR moving smarter with

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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.

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Safety engineered in

Formova leads the industry in automated guided vehicle (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
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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.

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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.


Let’s keep demand moving

Whether you’re responding to shifting consumer expectations or scaling production for what’s next, Formova helps FMCG operations stay efficient, connected, and ready to adapt.

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