Pharma & Life Sciences
Where precision meets productivity
In pharmaceutical and life sciences environments, precision, traceability, and compliance are critical at every stage. Formova delivers intelligent mobile automation designed to move sensitive materials safely, securely, and consistently—helping operations maintain control, reduce risk, and stay compliant as demands evolve.
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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 pharma & life sciences facilities keep moving with Formova
Precision-critical movement
Ensure zero deviation with highly accurate vehicle positioning and load handling.
Labor-light logistics
Automate material handling and reduce manual interventions to minimize contamination risks and labor costs.
Cleanroom ready
Our vehicles are designed for GMP-compliant operations, with cleanroom compatibility and hygienic design.
100% traceability
Every load. Every time. Full digital traceability ensures audit readiness and batch integrity.
Always-on performance
Enable 24/7 transport for materials, components, and waste—without disrupting workflow or risking quality.
Built for controlled environments
Formova’s mobile automation systems are optimized for the stringent demands of regulated facilities, with materials, finishes, and routing logic tailored to your production standards.
Typical applications:
- Raw material transport
- Aseptic and sterile zone delivery
- WIP (work-in-process) staging
- Batch-to-batch material transfer
- Controlled substance and cold chain logistics
- Cleanroom-to-warehouse transitions
Facility types served:
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing plants and warehouses
- Biotech and cell/gene therapy facilities
- Nutraceutical and supplement producers
- Aseptic fill/finish and packaging operations
- R&D and formulation labs
Vehicle types:
- Counterbalance forked
- Omnidirectional conveyor deck
- Automatic trailer loading / unloading
- Reach
- Autonomous mobile robots (AMRs)
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.
Let’s keep critical workflows moving
From compliance and traceability to secure material handling, Formova helps pharmaceutical and life sciences organizations create more connected, controlled, and resilient operations.