Vertical Carousels are a simple, reliable way to maximise storage without expanding your footprint. By using the full height of your facility, they bring stored items directly to the operator, reducing wasted time, improving accuracy, and making better use of available space.
Designed for fast, consistent picking, vertical carousels are well-suited to environments where efficiency and organisation are critical.
A vertical carousel consists of a series of carriers or shelves that rotate within an enclosed system. At the push of a button, the carousel automatically brings the required item to an ergonomic picking position.
There’s no need to walk aisles or search for stock; the system delivers it to you.
Vertical Carousels Benefits
1. Maximise Space
Utilise unused vertical height and reduce floor space requirements.
2. Faster Picking
Items are delivered directly to the operator, reducing travel time.
3. Improved Accuracy
Organised storage and controlled access help minimise picking errors.
4. Better Organisation
Everything has a defined location, making stock easier to manage.
5. Enhanced Safety
Less manual handling and reduced need for ladders or forklifts.
Typical characteristics of vertical carousels
- Fixed shelf heights
- Rotating mechanical chain system
- Best suited for uniform product sizes
- Commonly used for files, light parts and small inventory
VLM (Vertical Lift Module) technology generally offers:
- Higher weight capacity
- Variable tray heights
- More advanced warehouse software integration
- Easier scalability
