Mar 23, 2021 | Blog
Custom features for increased throughput, efficiency, and accuracy of the picking process. Today’s Vertical Lift Modules (VLMs) are intelligent and versatile, enabling companies to work smarter, ship faster, and use space more effectively than ever before. Comprised of...
Mar 23, 2021 | Blog
Many grocery retailers have waived additional charges for online shopping and at-store pickup. These grocers want to not only drive brand loyalty, but also encourage customers to adopt eCommerce. The downside to this approach is that, without fees for grocery pickup,...
Mar 16, 2021 | Blog
A popular storage choice across various warehouse settings and industries. A vertical lift module (VLM) is an enclosed storage system consisting of upright stacks of trays with a centralized elevator running vertically between them. The elevator responds to commands...
Mar 16, 2021 | Blog
Operator-run automated storage solutions are increasingly being used for curbside grocery pickup. But the next wave in grocery eCommerce will be centered around remote unattended order pick-up. Many of these new systems rely on integrated smart “buffers,” i.e., remote...
Mar 9, 2021 | Blog
To overcome the challenges associated with the click and collect business model, grocery retailers can choose from a variety of storage solutions, each with their own distinct advantages and disadvantages. These options run the gamut from traditional shelving and...
Mar 9, 2021 | Blog
A vertical lift module (VLM) is an intelligent storage solution comprised of two stacks of trays, one toward the front (the forward column) and the other in the back (the rear column). In the middle of the forward and rear columns, there is a centralized elevator that...