Efficient storage and retrieval systems are crucial for smooth warehouse operations. Industrial lifts with vertical rotating shelves are becoming a popular and significant solution. These vertical storage systems, such as the Vidir Industrial Vertical Carousels, Industrial Vertical Lean Lifts and Rotomat Vertical Carousels, are designed to maximize vertical space and increase efficiency by bringing items directly to the operator.
Operators can easily access stored items with the touch of a button, reducing overall picking time, enhancing production processes and organization, and reducing physical activities (such as carrying products).
These systems handle any type of storage item, including sterile supplies, computer chips, paper materials, tools or bulk supplies. In this blog, we dive into the benefits and features of these innovative storage solutions and how they can revolutionize your warehouse operations.
Vidir Industrial Vertical Carousels: A Vertical Storage Marvel
The Vidir Industrial Vertical Carousels stand out for their ability to handle a diverse range of unique products, including tires, vinyl, garments, wire, carpet and more. These multi-level systems utilize vertical rotating shelves, allowing operators to retrieve bulk or unusual items at an ergonomic height.
Their advantages are immense, with an average recovery of up to 80% of floor space, customizable features and sizes tailored to specific applications, and impressive overall load capacities ranging from 13,000 to 34,000 pounds. Whether it's standard open carriers, multi-level carriers or specialized carriers, Vidir's offerings cater to numerous storage needs.
Industrial Vertical Lean Lifts: Optimizing Vertical Storage
Industrial Vertical Lean Lifts, also called Hänel Lean Lifts, are hailed as an automated "high bay warehouse in a cabinet."
These lifts utilize available ceiling height to store parts and materials on a height-optimized basis, thus minimizing wasted space. An automated extractor retrieves containers from these height-optimized positions, offering a maximum container payload of up to 1,000 kg and a total load-bearing capacity of up to 60,000 kg.
The Lift provides a floor-level access point for pallet storage, equipped with a special extractor for easy removal. Operators can retrieve whole batches or pull a single item from a specific pallet. Additionally, pallets are accessible on various floors within a warehouse building.
For those looking to remove pallets using hand trucks or forklifts, you can adjust the Hänel system's access opening to facilitate equipment entry, simplifying the process of sliding hand trucks or forklifts beneath the system for straightforward pallet removal. You can also use the system’s controllers as a stand-alone inventory management system or connect them to your data systems for real-time inventory views.
Rotomat Vertical Carousels: The Ferris Wheel of Storage
Rotomat Vertical Carousels operate on the principle of rotation, using evenly distributed loads to create an energy-efficient solution - just like a Ferris wheel. Twin motors ensure smooth and quiet operation and an intuitive interface allows operators to access items easily.
Designated operators simply enter the appropriate location information, including row and bin unit – and the storage system efficiently delivers that bin to an easily accessible opening.
In the event of operational disruption, vertical carousels come with a brake path monitoring and correction system that records weight imbalances and self-corrects when the carousel starts back up.
These carousels are adaptable for storing small parts, bulky items, pathology slides, computer parts, mail and bulk items. Safety and ergonomic considerations are also a high priority, with features such as safety switches and light-barrier curtains ensuring maximum user safety and reducing physical stress on employees.
Choosing the Right Solution for Your Warehouse
A vertical rotating shelf offers an ideal way to save space in a warehouse setting while enhancing efficiency and organization. Each vertical storage solution brings versatility, efficiency, customization and a user-friendly design to the table.
They can seamlessly integrate with existing warehouse setups or be tailored to specific needs. Contact a representative from Patterson Pope today to explore how these vertical rotating shelves can transform your warehouse efficiency.
By embracing vertical storage solutions, you can optimize space, enhance operational efficiency and pave the way for a streamlined and organized warehouse that can adapt and grow with your business. We’re ready to help find the perfect fit for your warehouse needs and propel your operations to new heights of productivity and efficiency.
