Compact Lift Vertical Lift Module

White Systems' Compact Lift VLM

White Systems' Compact Lift Vertical Lift Module

Compact Lift is a high-density Vertical Lift Module engineered by White Systems to streamline storage, improve accuracy, and maximize floor space. Built with a durable rack-and-pinion system for fast, reliable tray delivery, it brings parts directly to your operator—reducing walking time, improving safety, and keeping inventory organized at every level.

What Sets the Compact Lift Apart

Unlike belt-driven systems, the Compact Lift uses a rugged rack-and-pinion elevator for smoother, faster, and more dependable tray movement. Its dual-tray design allows two trays per level, optimizing storage density while keeping items at an ergonomic height for safe, efficient picking. With built-in height sensing and tight vertical spacing, every inch of available space is put to work—making the most of your warehouse footprint.

Why Choose a Compact Lift?

The Compact Lift is built to boost performance where it matters most. By delivering items directly to the operator, it improves picking accuracy and speeds up order fulfillment. Its ergonomic access height reduces bending and reaching, minimizing strain and enhancing safety. And thanks to its vertical design and intelligent tray spacing, it frees up valuable floor space while storing more in less.

Built for High-Demand Operations

Whether you’re managing spare parts, tools, raw materials, or finished goods, the Compact Lift is designed for teams that need speed, accuracy, and organization at scale. Ideal for manufacturers, distributors, and service centers, it supports fast-paced environments where every second—and every square foot—counts.

Rack-and-Pinion Drive

Fast, smooth, and reliable tray movement

Dual-Tray Design

Store more with two trays per level

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Height Optimization

Automatically adjusts for every item’s size

Ergonomic Access

Items delivered at a safe, comfortable height

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Compact Footprint

Maximize storage, minimize floor space used

Our Compact Lift Vertical Lift Modules (VLMs) offer advanced storage solutions designed to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and safety in your warehouse operations. Engineered with a metal rack and pinion system, these VLMs provide quick and reliable tray retrieval, ensuring your items are always within reach.

Compact Lift VLM

Features & How it Works

Our Compact Lift Vertical Lift Modules (VLMs) are designed for efficiency and safety. Featuring a metal rack and pinion system for quick, reliable tray retrieval, they deliver trays to an ergonomic height to reduce physical strain. The system includes a safety curtain, supports heights up to 40′, and maximizes storage with dual trays per level. It operates smoothly with rack and pinion gears and integrates seamlessly with ERP systems, offering guided picking via an LED bar.

Key Features and Operations:

  • Metal rack and pinion for quick and reliable tray retrieval
  • Ergonomic tray retrieval height to reduce physical strain
  • Safety curtain and additional safety features
  • Single elevator capable of reaching heights up to 40′
  • Dual trays per level for maximum storage efficiency
  • Smooth and dependable operation with rack and pinion gears
  • Connectivity with ERP systems and LED bar for guided picking

Features & How it Works

Our Compact Lift Vertical Lift Modules (VLMs) are designed for efficiency and safety. Featuring a metal rack and pinion system for quick, reliable tray retrieval, they deliver trays to an ergonomic height to reduce physical strain. The system includes a safety curtain, supports heights up to 40′, and maximizes storage with dual trays per level. It operates smoothly with rack and pinion gears and integrates seamlessly with ERP systems, offering guided picking via an LED bar.

Compact Lift VLM

Key Features and Operations:

  • Metal rack and pinion for quick and reliable tray retrieval
  • Ergonomic tray retrieval height to reduce physical strain
  • Safety curtain and additional safety features
  • Single elevator capable of reaching heights up to 40′
  • Dual trays per level for maximum storage efficiency
  • Smooth and dependable operation with rack and pinion gears
  • Connectivity with ERP systems and LED bar for guided picking

Benefits of the Compact Lift VLM

White Systems’ Compact VLMs offer numerous benefits, including improved picking accuracy, which enhances precision in item retrieval and reduces errors. They also increase operational efficiency and throughput with faster picking speeds. Designed with enhanced ergonomics and safety, these VLMs reduce operator fatigue and improve workplace safety. Additionally, they maximize storage capacity, freeing up valuable floor space and improving overall floor space utilization.

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Benefits of the Compact Lift VLM

warehouse with vlms

White Systems’ Compact VLMs offer numerous benefits, including improved picking accuracy, which enhances precision in item retrieval and reduces errors. They also increase operational efficiency and throughput with faster picking speeds. Designed with enhanced ergonomics and safety, these VLMs reduce operator fatigue and improve workplace safety. Additionally, they maximize storage capacity, freeing up valuable floor space and improving overall floor space utilization.

Want to Know Your Potential ROI?

Use our ROI Calculator to see how much you could save by switching to a Compact Lift VLM. In just a few clicks, estimate your space savings, labor reduction, and payback timeline—based on real operational data.

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Compact Lift VLM Solutions

Compact Lift Vertical Lift Modules deliver outstanding results, significantly improving warehouse operations and efficiency.

Outstanding Results:

  • Up to 85% warehouse space saved, significantly increasing storage density
  • 99% pick rate increase, boosting accuracy and efficiency in picking operations
  • 70% reduction in labor costs, reducing the need for manual labor and lowering operational expenses
  • Fast ROI, realizing a return on investment in a remarkably short timeframe

The Compact Lift VLM is an ideal solution for modern warehouses looking to enhance their storage capabilities while improving operational efficiency, accuracy, and safety. Experience the difference with our state-of-the-art vertical lift modules and transform your storage management today.

Vertical Lift Module Case Study

“Power Column 3 (PC3) Vertical Lift Modules (VLM) were installed with an integrated tray locating system and maximum tray loads of 1,000 pounds each. The PC3 contains 28 trays, where heights are customized to the tray’s contents so the machines can hold parts and hardware of varying sizes. The system includes a 360 degree external delivery rail system which rolls the tray onto a carriage completely out of the VLM for more ergonomic picking. A combination of hardware and software was also customized so managers can keep an inventory of which parts are stored in each tray, making it easy to quickly locate an item when it’s needed.”

White Intelligent Storage Vertical Lift Module Case Study