Vertical Lift Modules

Vertical Lift Modules or VLM's for short are designed with space savings in mind. These units use vertical space instead of spreading loads out on the warehouse floor and can acheive a total space savings of up to 80%. VLM's differ from vertical carousels in that they do not have a continuously rotating series of trays, but instead rely on a shuttle that traverses the height of the unit and picks entire shelves from their set locations. It then brings these shelves to the operator at the bottom of the unit where items can be picked or stored at a safe working height.

Unlike vertical carousels, vertical lift modules also allow for loads of different heights to be stored in the same unit. The unit's software knows how much room it has in any particular storage space and when needed can reshuffle the shelves to create the right amount of room for almost any item's height. Some VLM's even have two shuttles so a continuous pick or put cycle can be maintained with little or no interruption. These units are also very secure and simple to use.

SJF is an authorized nationwide distributor of White and Modula Vertical Lift Modules. We provide custom carousel programming, carousel controls, carousel installation and tearout. SJF has recently developed our own proprietary Chameleon Controls© package with Sure-Pik© Software that will work with any new or existing carousel regardless of make or model. Click Here for more information on our carousel controls, or call us today to see what a VLM can do for your business. [800-598-5532]

Hanel Lean-Lift Vertical Lift Module (VLM)

Hanel VLMs

The Hanel Lean Lift VLM (Vertical Lift Module) is a compact automated storage and retrieval system. These systems are fully automated and designed for those looking for a vertical lift storage system that maximizes storage density using minimal floor space.

The units' small footprint assures expensive warehouse floor space is used to the full potential. The Lean Lift can be configured to serve more than one floor with additional access ports. The unit automatically scans the height of stored items and stores them in the most height optimized location to maximize storage density. The lean lift offers optimum, compact storage even with product of different heights.

These units have a computer controlled platform designed to transfer storage trays from the access area to an appropriate storage location. Unit trays are designed to remain in the system protecting them from the outside environment.

These VLM's Can be used for a wide array of different applications including: Tool & part storage. Electronics, achieve & record storage, manufacturing and more.

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Hanel Lean Lift 1997
3 Units (3 bays) 10’ x 15’ x 30’H
Model 1300-825
Order #68.116*2
264# Carriers, 44,052# total
Carrier Size: 34-3/4” x 53-1/2” x 2” deep

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