Vertical Lift Modules - Streamline-It

A Vertical Lift Module (VLM) is a board controlled automated vertical lift module. Inventory within the VLM is stored on front and rear tray locations or rails. When a tray is requested, either by entering a tray number in the built in control pad or by requesting a part through software, an extractor travels vertically between the two columns of trays and pulls the requested tray from its location and brings it to an access point. The operator then picks or replenishes stock and the tray is returned to its home upon confirmation. VLMs can be built quite high to match the available overhead space in a facility. Multiple units can be places in ‘pods’ whereby an operator can retrieve items from one until while the other units are moving. Variants include width, height, load, speed and a control system.

Benefits of Vertical Lift Modules

Save up to 75% of floorspace

Increase productivity by 2/3 & accuracy levels to 99.9%+

Improve worker ergonomics

Improve controlled processes

Dynamic space storage

VLM systems are sold in numerous configurations, making them ideal for different industries, logistics, as well as office settings. The VLM systems could be customized to fully utilize the height of the facility, even through multiple floors. With the capability of multiple access openings on different floors, the VLM system is able to provide an innovative storage and retrieval solution. The rapid movement of the extractor as well as inventory management software can dramatically increase the efficiency of the picking process. This occurs by simultaneously retrieving and storing trays in multiple units. Unlike large AS/RS systems, which require a complete overhaul of the warehouse or production line, the vertical lift modules are modularized, which can be easily integrated into the existing system, or to be rolled out in gradually over different phases.
Most common applications include: MRO, order picking, consolidation, kitting, parts handling, buffering, inventory storage, WIP, buffer storage, and many more.