Food & Beverage
Maximize throughput.
Minimize disruptions.
In the fast-paced world of food and beverage operations, every second counts and automation is no longer a competitive edge-it’s a necessity to keep production flowing.
Formova delivers Total Automation Intelligence—connecting advanced automated vehicles, software, and support to help you increase throughput, reduce risk, and maintain consistent, reliable movement across your facility.
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 leading food & beverage brands 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.
Built for the food & beverage industry
Formova’s automation solutions are designed to handle the nuances of complex food and beverage operations—from raw ingredient handling to end-of-line packaging and storage.
Specialized for:
- Perishables (fruits & vegetables)
- Protein production (poultry, beef, pork, seafood)
- Dairy (milk, cheese, by-products)
- Beverages (empty and filled cans/bottles)
- Pet food processing
Vehicle types:
- Counterbalance forked
- Counterbalance clamped
- Counterbalance slip sheet
- Reach
- Automatic trailer loading / unloading
- Roller deck
- Batch retort
- Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMRs)
Automated applications:
Raw material transport
Move ingredients from receiving docks to staging or storage areas, and minimize contamination by reducing human handling.
Finished goods handling
Automatically move packaged products from end-of-line equipment to palletizers or cold storage, ensuring a seamless transition to outbound logistics.
Batch staging
Deliver exact quantities of raw materials to mixers, batches, or blending stations to support just-in-time processing and recipe accuracy.
Work-in-process movement
Transfer semi-processed products between production stages, and maintain consistent flow in bottling, fermenting, or cooking lines.
Packaging material delivery
Bring film rolls, caps, boxes, containers, or cartons to packing machines, plus reduce downtime due to restocking delays.
Waste & by-product removal
Transport waste, scrap, or by-product bins to designated disposal or recycling areas to maintain cleanliness and workflow efficiency.
CIP system supply
Transport cleaning chemicals or reusable containers to and from CIP (clean-in-place) systems to improve sanitation practices.
Features tailored to food & beverage facilities:
Real-time integration with MES/ERP/WMS
Automated guided vehicle (AGVs) sync with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) for recipe-driven batch delivery and provide automated lot tracking and traceability.
Autonomous task scheduling
AGVs dynamically respond to production changes—auto-adjusting task queues, batch loads, or shipping waves.
Natural feature navigation
Relies on recognizing visual landmarks in the environment—like walls or furniture—for navigation without needing GPS or artificial markers.
24/7 autonomous charging
AGVs automatically dock at wireless, contactless charging stations when idle, eliminating manual plugging and reducing wear and maintenance.
Cleanroom and allergen-zone ready
Configurable zoning to ensure cross-contamination doesn’t occur between allergen-free and regular production areas.
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. For food and beverage operations where safety and uptime go hand in hand, Formova helps reduce risk, minimizes human error, and keeps production running securely.
- 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.
Let’s put your operation in motion
From first steps to full-scale deployment, Formova works alongside you to design, implement, and support automation that keeps you moving.