Automated Storage for MRO, Spare Parts & Tool Rooms
In high-demand maintenance and repair environments, every minute of downtime costs money. White Systems’ Vertical Lift Modules (VLMs) and Carousels help facilities consolidate thousands of spare parts, tools, and mission-critical components into a centralized, high-density footprint. These systems eliminate the “search and travel” time that slows down repairs, allowing your team to focus on keeping production lines running.
ABB Saves Space and Time with Vertical Lift Modules
Why Maintenance Teams Prioritize VLM Automation
White Systems provides the secure access, inventory tracking, and real-time audit trails required for high-value tool management and strict spare parts accountability.
- Inventory Accuracy: Maintain real-time counts and virtually eliminate “out-of-stock” surprises on critical spares
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Faster Repair Times: Bring parts directly to the technician at an ergonomic height—eliminating miles of walking through aisles
- Space Recovery: Reclaim up to 85% of your floor space by moving inventory into a single vertical asset
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Tool Protection: Protect expensive tooling, electronics, and sensitive components from dust, debris, and unauthorized access
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Industrial Integration: Seamlessly connect to your ERP or CMMS (Maintenance Software) for automated replenishment alerts
Case Study: ABB — Consolidating 500 Locations into One VLM
Space Recovery & Organization
By consolidating hundreds of pick locations into a high-density VLM footprint, companies like ABB have eliminated miles of operator travel time, dramatically increasing lines picked per hour.
Key Outcomes:
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85% reduction in storage footprint
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Consolidated 500 storage locations into 1 VLM
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Enhanced accuracy through barcode integration
“We have been able to eliminate over 500 storage bin locations. We’ve been able to use that space to maximize and optimize the production of our floor.”
Precision-engineered VLMs delivering faster picks, denser storage, and reliable uptime—supported by U.S.-based technicians.
Precision-engineered VLMs delivering faster picks, denser storage, and reliable uptime—supported by U.S.-based technicians.
White Systems builds high-performance VLMs for fast tray delivery, high-density storage, and accurate goods-to-person picking. Our U.S.-based service team supports every system, and our designs help customers reduce walking, increase throughput, and reclaim up to 85% of floor space.
Request an MRO & Spare Parts Storage Audit
Our industrial specialists help maintenance and facility teams reclaim space and improve tool-room efficiency. Contact our Ohio team for a facility fit-check and ROI estimate.
Customers rely on our automated storage solutions to reclaim space and drive measurable efficiency.
Compact VLM vs PowerColumn3 (PC3) VLM: Which Is Right for Your Facility?
Vertical Lift Module
Best for storing large or bulk spare parts with high density and ergonomic access—ideal for heavy-duty MRO and tool-room storage.
Vertical Carousel
Best for organizing and quickly accessing smaller items like fasteners, hand tools, and consumables—perfect for tool cribs and maintenance kits.
Engineered for Industrial Reliability
Whether you’re managing a fleet maintenance shop, a manufacturing tool room, or a massive spare parts inventory, White Systems provides the density and durability required for 24/7 operations. Backed by 24/7 national support and U.S.-based engineering from our Ohio headquarters, our systems are designed to minimize downtime and support continuous production workflows.