Vertical Lift Modules for Grocery Distribution & Backroom Efficiency
Improve Restocking, Reduce Shrink, and Maximize Every Square Foot
In the fast-paced grocery industry, every inch of space and every second of retrieval matters. White Systems’ Vertical Lift Modules (VLMs) offer a smart, scalable solution to store and access products efficiently—whether in distribution centers, stockrooms, or fulfillment zones. By automating retrieval and improving organization, VLMs help grocers manage inventory accurately, reduce labor strain, and improve throughput.
See how a Vertical Lift Module (VLM) works from the inside out.
Why Grocery Operations Use VLMs
- Space Optimization: Reclaim up to 85% of floor space with vertical storage—ideal for crowded backrooms, stockrooms, or fulfillment zones.
- Faster Restocking: Dual-tray delivery and guided picking (LED & barcode) speed up item access to keep shelves stocked and deliveries on schedule.
- Inventory Accuracy: Integrated software provides real-time inventory visibility, improving stock rotation, reducing shrink, and enabling precise replenishment.
- Improved Ergonomics & Safety: Items are delivered at waist height, reducing strain and injury. Safety curtains and access controls enhance OSHA compliance.
- Food Safety & Compliance: Optional cleanable trays, sealed storage, and user access restrictions help protect high-value or regulated goods like alcohol, supplements, and perishables.
- Heavy-Duty Capacity: Each tray supports up to 2,000 lbs—engineered for bulk cases, heavy bottles, or densely packed items.
- Engineered & Made in the USA: Built for durability and reliability, with nationwide U.S.-based service support to minimize downtime.
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Case Study: Efficient Wine and Spirit Storage with Compact Twin VLMs
When food and beverage wholesaler Mardskog & Lindkvist ran out of floor space, they turned to Compact Twin VLMs to store 636 SKUs of wine and spirits. The result? Streamlined picking, better ergonomics, and improved accuracy.
Key Outcomes:
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Saved ~1,076 sq. ft. of floor space
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Increased tray load capacity to 1,102 lbs per tray
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Boosted staff satisfaction and reduced bottle handling stress
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Installation completed in just 3 days
Mardskog & Lindkvist using thier VLM for Wine and Spirit storage
VLMs for Beer, Wine & Spirits Distribution
Many of the same storage challenges found in grocery operations are amplified in beverage distribution. Distributors handling alcoholic beverages face unique needs, and Vertical Lift Modules offer an ideal solution for organizing bottles, cases, and specialty packaging—while maintaining speed, safety, and compliance.
Compact Twin VLM
Our fastest model, designed for high-throughput picking in fast-paced grocery fulfillment and restocking operations.
Compact Double VLM
Maximizes vertical and horizontal density with four trays per level—perfect for storing large inventories in limited backroom space.
Smarter Storage for Grocery & Beverage Operations
From grocery backrooms to wine warehouses, our Vertical Lift Modules improve speed, accuracy, and space efficiency. Want to see what that means for your bottom line? Use our quick ROI calculator to estimate your potential savings in floor space, labor, and throughput.
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