How AGVs Support Bickford’s $55.5M Annual Revenue in Beverage Distribution

Product damage at Bickford’s was costing up to $40K/year with manual fork trucks in their plant. AGVs have dropped that to as little as $1K annually. This is just one way AGVs are saving dollars for this soft drink and beverage producer.

Dematic Corporation

February 27, 2026

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Dematic

*Sponsored by Dematic.

Distributing to 34 countries, Bickford’s is a global leader in beverage distribution. A few years ago, the business decision was made to switch from manual fork trucks to AGVs to address costs, safety, and staffing. The results:

95% decrease in damage costs
24/7, reliable, multi-shift pallet handling
Full return on investment in 2.5 years

“After all this time, I wouldn’t know what to do without [Dematic] AGVs.” – Bickford’s Warehouse Manager

Read Bickford’s full solution review and learn how AGVs can transform your supply chain.

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