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A warehouse interior with high-bay storage racks and palletized inventory. Rows of pallet racks filled with inventory extend through a warehouse.

Warehousing


Turn every square foot into an asset


In today’s always-on supply chain, warehouses and distribution centers are under constant pressure to move faster, adapt quickly, and deliver without disruption. Formova helps organizations create more connected, resilient operations through intelligent mobile automation that keeps materials, workflows, and fulfillment forever in motion.


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.

A blue Formova CB1500 automated guided vehicle (agv) transports a pallet through a manufacturing facility.

Why warehouses keep moving with Formova


Keep goods moving—24/7

Eliminate downtime and maximize throughput with autonomous, nonstop material handling.


Reduce labor costs and risk

Cut fork-lift operator labor by over 90% while minimizing injury risk and compliance issues.


Accuracy that pays off

Avoid costly picking and staging errors with intelligent navigation and system-verified load tracking.


Space-smart solutions

Optimize aisles, docks, and storage zones with tight-turning vehicles and flexible route planning.


Built to scale with you

Easily add vehicles or sites as demand increases—without overhauling your infrastructure.

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Purpose-built for warehouse and DC environments

From high-density storage to multi-zone fulfillment, Formova’s automation solutions handle the complexity of modern logistics with speed and precision. 

Typical applications:

  • Goods receiving and putaway
  • Full pallet replenishment for picking
  • Mixed-case pallet movement
  • Sortation and order staging 
  • Trailer loading/unloading
  • Cross-docking and facility transfers

Facility types served:

  • Regional and national distribution centers
  • E-commerce and retail fulfillment hubs
  • Industrial and B2B logistics centers
  • Cold chain and perishable goods warehouses
  • Industrial and B2B logistics centers
  • Third-party logistics (3PL) providers
  • Multi-site warehouse networks
  • Aersol, hazardous material, and incompatible products

Vehicle types:

  • Counterbalance forked
  • Counterbalance clamped
  • Reach
  • Automatic trailer loading / unloading
  • Autonomous mobile robots (AMRs)

A Formova reach automated guided vehicle (agv), lifts a pallet to a high storage rack position A Formova reach automated guided vehicle (agv) lifts a pallet to a high storage rack position
A technician monitors warehouse on a computer screen, using Formova mot.os.

FOR moving smarter with

Motos Logo

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
A row of automated guided vehicles (agvs) positioned inside a warehouse facility.

A digital shield icon sits at the center of a glowing circuit board graphic, representing cybersecurity and secure mobile automation software for connected automation solutions.

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 fulfillment moving

Whether you’re optimizing a single warehouse or scaling across a global network, Formova helps you create more connected, efficient operations built to adapt with demand.

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