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MOBA SYSTEMS FOR HIGHER QUALITY IN MOBILE AUTOMATION

MOBA Mobile Automation AG has been an established name in Mobile Automation for more than 45 years. Our know-how and years of experience in automation technology, distinguish us globally as recognized by experts in the development and production of machine control systems, identification, mobile weighing technology, and flexible software solutions. But MOBA components and systems are also used in other areas where robust and reliable sensors, controllers and operating units are required.

 

MOBA is a second-generation family-owned company

Together we take responsibility for society and the environment. Above all, our success is due to the more than 600 people in the company. Since time immemorial, each of us has invested a lot of time and passion in making a lasting change to the automation industry. As a family business, we specifically promote talent and offer our employees a platform for personal and professional development. Because of our many years of experience, we know that as our employees grow, so do we.

We treat each other with respect and trust worldwide and strive for fair and honest action. As part of our social responsibility, we pay close attention to the human and labor rights of our employees, suppliers and distributors and support regional associations and non-profit organizations. Out of respect for the environment we maintain an ecological way of working and meet the strictest RoHS requirements for minimizing pollutants. Responsibility also means acting for us economically - through growth with foresight.

MOBA Management Board

Management Philosophy


Corresponding with our company philosophy, loyalty and commitment are top priority not only in cooperation with customers, but also with our staff members. Therefore, an important pillar of the MOBA management philosophy is to take responsibility for all employees. Promoting employees and offering them the best possible working conditions - from workplace design to reconciling work and family life - is a principle that is practiced not only in the AG but also in all subsidiaries.

After studying business administration, Volker Harms worked at the Allgemeine Kreditversicherung Coface AG (a credit insurance company) in Mainz. In 1993, he joined his father’s company becomming commercial executive at MOBA Dresden. In 1994, he took the role of CEO of MOBA Data GmbH. In 1999, Volker established MOBA Corporation in the US. In 2004, he took over the management of MOBA Mobile Automation AG from his father Paul Harms.

Responsibilities include:
  • MOBA Subsidiaries
  • Product Management
  • Project Management
  • Documentation
  • Marketing
  • HR
  • Sales & Service

Holding a doctoral degree in industrial engineering, Dr. Barthel had been head of corporate logistics, production planning and control at the Fraunhofer Institute for manufacturing engineering and automation IPA, in Stuttgart. Previously, he worked at Robert Bosch GmbH. Dr. Barthel has been MOBA's vice president for production and logistics.

Responsibilities include:
  • Electronics Production
  • SMD Production
  • Mechanical Production
  • Special design
  • Logistics
  • Repair
  • Test Planning

David Shelstad has more than 15 years of professional experience in sales and marketing in the industry of international construction machinery.  Before joining MOBA in 2007, as a construction engineer with an MBA degree, he was employed by Caterpillar Paving Products Inc., and TSD Integrated Controls (both in Minneapolis, Minnesota).

Responsibilities include:

  • Sales - MOBA Subsidiaries
  • Sales - International OEMs
  • Novatron Finland
  • Sales Construction - India, China, USA, UK and Australia

MOBA Key Facts

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1972

Company founded

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Paul G. Harms

Company founder

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600+

Employee

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17

Subsidiaries world wide

150+

Dealers world wide

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ca.70 Mio.

Sales figure 2018

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Top 100 Innovator 2018

MOBA Mobile Automation AG is one of Germany's top 100 innovators. The innovative strength was awarded the Top100 Prize on 29th June by Prof. Dr. Nikolaus Franke and science journalist Ranga Yogeshwar and is thus one of the most innovative companies of the German middle class. In the independent selection process, MOBA was particularly convincing in the category "Outward Focus / Open Innovation".


To be always up to date, MOBA is heavily involved in research projects and regularly cooperates with established names in the construction industry. Numerous test sites are equipped with new developments and analyzed to get a direct feedback from the practice. Tests are also taking place at the main location in Limburg. "A dedicated test track is unique for a company of our size," says Markus Schmitt, Head of Marketing and Product Management, describing the new site. Thus, regular tests and inspirations from subsidiaries from all over the world are incorporated into the latest developments of the global player.

The internal processes of MOBA Mobile Automation make up a particularly large part of their innovation climate. They are designed to specifically promote innovation products that sustainably increase quality and efficiency in construction and prepare the industry for the future. These include numerous innovation projects and the innovation platform MOBA Community, which serves as an expert forum for the international exchange of trends, innovations and visions of the future - both internally and externally.


Awards and honors

Awarded for innovative MOBA services


Overview of MOBA products and services that have received an award, such as the PAVE-TM system, which won the bauma Innovation Award 2019 and the VDBUM Innovation of the Industry Award 2018.

Quality Management

ISO 9001:2015


Our company is geared to developing and manufacturing products and services of the highest possible quality. MOBA products are characterized not only by their innovative technology and user and environmentally friendly design, but also by their robustness and reliability in harsh environments. We commit our suppliers to our quality and environmental requirements.

The protection of the environment through the use of state-of-the-art technology with regard to economic viability is a fundamental component of our actions. Every employee is personally committed to quality and environmental standards.

Quality, service, technologies, environmental protection and occupational safety are constantly improved and further developed.  The goals are set ambitiously and lead to the continuous improvement of our services and to the reduction of environmental pollution. Through prevention and targeted consideration of all processes, we strive for 100 percent quality fulfillment. Errors should be avoided and not eliminated.

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Code of conduct


Fair and moral actions that protect the human rights and employment rights is important to us. For this reason, this self-imposed Code of Conduct affects our daily actions.

Download MOBA code of conduct