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Vertical Lift Module (VLM) - Automated Pallet Storage Solution by Leading China Suppliers and Factory
What are the advantages of choosing an intelligent Vertical Lift Module?
Flexible, Efficient, and Cost Effective
The Vertical Lift Module system empowers warehousing and material handling with cutting edge technology – saving time, space, and costs, while making your workflows smoother and more efficient.
Space Saving / Maximize Height Utilization
Maximize vertical space utilization to achieve the greatest storage capacity within the smallest footprint, effectively reducing costs and enabling more economical use of storage areas.
Ergonomic & Safe
The ergonomic design minimizes physical strain on workers. Operators no longer need to walk long distances, climb shelves, or use ladders and pulleys – effectively reducing operational hazards.
Reduces Labor Costs
It automatically delivers required materials to the access point at high speed and stops at an ergonomically optimal height. This "goods to person" design significantly shortens access time and reduces worker fatigue.
Optimized Material Management
The management software can run independently for inventory control or seamlessly integrate with your existing ERP, MES, SAP, and other data processing systems, ensuring real time and accurate synchronization.
Features of Intelligent Vertical Lift Module (VLM)
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Modular structural design allows for easy height adjustment, enabling rapid delivery and deployment.
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Dynamic storage location allocation technology – pallet height is measured dynamically during the loading process, enabling real‑time compaction to achieve optimal storage density.
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Access point with automatic doors enhances safety for both operators and stored goods, while reducing noise. The sealed enclosure provides better protection for the items.
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A single unit can accommodate pallets with different load capacities, lowering procurement costs and ensuring flexible, continuous operation.
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Current‑based weighing method or load cells are used to monitor the weight of pallets and the shuttle, preventing overload of individual pallets or the entire system.
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Chain drive system delivers high load‑bearing capacity with an anti‑skew design, ensuring stable and efficient storage/retrieval operations and a long service life.
How does the Vertical Lift Storage System work?
Main Frame Structure of the Vertical Lift Module
The main body of this equipment is fabricated from national standard cold-rolled steel. The frame consists of eight load bearing columns, horizontal connecting beams on both sides, and diagonal bracing struts. The columns serve as the primary load carrying members, supporting the entire load.
Inside the cabinet, modular pallets are arranged in a matrix and placed on the bracket slots on the front and rear sides. The overall height can reach up to 20 meters, and it can span multiple floors, with independent access points for loading and unloading materials on each floor.
Schematic Side View of the Storage System Structure
It is mainly divided into three major areas: the back storage area, the central operating area, and the front storage area. The pallet matrix-type combination structure is placed in both the front and rear storage areas.
Where conditions permit, it is extended as high as possible to make full use of the three-dimensional space and improve floor space utilization.
How to choose the pallet size?
- Pallet Width: 850 mm to 4100 mm
- Pallet Depth: 450 / 643 / 850 / 1105 / 1120 mm (five standard sizes)
- Pallet Height: 50 / 70 / 100 / 120 / 133 mm (five standard sizes)
- Pallet Load Capacity: 100 / 250 / 500 / 750 / 1000 kg (five levels)
The selection can be determined based on a comprehensive consideration of the weight, volume, and quantity of the materials to be stored, as well as the dimensions of your containers. The general principle is to choose the largest possible pallet size that your site conditions allow, so as to achieve the maximum return on the minimum investment. Alternatively, you can provide us with your specific requirements, and we will help evaluate the most suitable solution for you.
Customization Services
The equipment can be raised, lowered, or relocated. It can span multiple floors, and can be configured with up to five access points at the front and rear, facilitating simultaneous operations across different floors. To increase warehouse capacity, if installation outside the building is permitted, an additional external structure can be added. In this case, stored goods can be accessed through specially designed openings in the wall.
Integration with Other Systems/Equipment
Conveyor Line
To accelerate material sorting and storage/retrieval efficiency, conveyor belt technology can be used to connect workstations, while also reducing the intensity of manual handling.
Robotic Arm / Manipulator
The equipment can interface with robots and other automated handling devices to meet production line requirements and achieve automated storage.
AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle)
In "goods-to-person" picking scenarios, the WCS (Warehouse Control System) receives picking instructions from the WMS (Warehouse Management System) and dispatches AGVs to enable automatic transfer of goods between storage locations and workstations.
Jib Crane / Suspended Arm Crane
Manually operated to perform gripping, transferring, and placing tasks. It is suitable for heavy-load warehousing and manufacturing workshops, assisting operators in handling large workpieces, molds, and heavy materials.
Each cabinet can be configured according to your requirements
Technical data of the Vertical Lift Storage System
| Parameters | Specifications |
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| Width | 1320 to 4570(mm) |
| Deep | 1990/2475/3095/3855/4290(mm) |
| Height | 2100 to 32000mm |
| Minimum Increment Of Equipment Height | 200mm |
| Picking Window | 1~5 (Multi-Floor, Multi-Window Configuration) |
| Vertical speed | 0.65-1m/s (Unloaded) 0.5-0.8m/s (Fully Loaded) |
| Traverse Speed | 0.3m/s |
| Overall Equipment Load | Maximum 80 Ton |
*The values in the table represent standard configurations. Custom widths, depths, and heights can be provided according to your specific requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are the primary space-saving advantages of a Vertical Lift Module?
A Vertical Lift Module (VLM) maximizes vertical space utilization by storing items up to 20 or 32 meters high within a minimal footprint. Dynamic storage technology measures pallet height in real-time to compact storage density and save valuable floor space.
How does the VLM system optimize operator safety and ergonomics?
The "goods-to-person" design automatically delivers materials directly to the access point at an ergonomically optimal height. This eliminates the need for operators to walk long distances, climb shelves, or use ladders and pulleys, significantly reducing workplace hazards.
Can the Vertical Lift Module integrate with my current ERP or warehouse software?
Yes, the VLM management software can run independently or integrate seamlessly with existing ERP, MES, SAP, and other data processing systems to ensure real-time inventory synchronization.
What weight checks are in place to prevent VLM overloading?
The system utilizes current-based weighing methods or load cells to continuously monitor the weight of individual pallets and the shuttle, preventing overload of the storage structure.
How do I choose the correct pallet dimensions for my facility?
Pallet selection depends on the weight, volume, and quantity of your materials, alongside site limitations. Standard options include widths from 850 mm to 4100 mm, depths from 450 mm to 1120 mm, and load capacities ranging from 100 kg to 1000 kg.
Can the VLM be integrated with other automated warehouse machinery?
Yes, the system is fully compatible and can interface with conveyor lines, robotic arms/manipulators, AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles), and jib cranes to achieve seamless automated logistics workflow.