What are the types of Vertical Carousel Storage devices?

2026-04-06 15:03:29

Vertical Carousel Storage is an automated storage equipment that uses vertical cyclic motion to store and retrieve goods. It is widely used in high-density, multi variety scenarios such as small and medium-sized items, tools, electronic components, and archives. According to public information, its main types can be classified from dimensions such as structural form, driving mode, application scenarios, and load-bearing capacity.

Classified by structure and working principle

Vertical Carousel

Vertical Carousel Storage uses chain or toothed belt transmission to drive the rows of goods to rotate in a vertical plane.

The system automatically selects the shortest path and delivers the target cargo location to the access point.

Typical representatives: HEGERLS, Kardex Megamat RS series, Zhongke Huanuo HZK series, etc.

Vertical Lift Module (VLM)

Although Vertical Carousel Storage is often confused with vertical rotation, strictly speaking, it belongs to a different category: it is accessed through vertical lifting and horizontal telescopic forks of a pallet truck, without relying on rotation.

Suitable for items with large size differences and irregular shapes, with stronger load-bearing capacity (up to 990 kg per pallet).

Note: Some materials classify "vertical lifting" as a type of revolving warehouse, but the working principle of Vertical Carousel Storage is lifting rather than rotation, so it is not considered as a vertical rotation type in this question.

Classified by application scenarios and functional characteristics

Lightweight vertical revolving cabinet

Single bucket load capacity ≤ 250 kg, suitable for electronic components, medical equipment, small tools, etc.

Medium sized vertical revolving cabinet

Single bucket load-bearing capacity of 250-350 kg, used for industrial components, standard parts, auxiliary materials, etc.

Heavy duty vertical revolving cabinet

Single bucket load capacity of 350-650 kg (some up to 990 kg), suitable for cutting tools, molds, valuable raw materials, etc.

Specialized vertical rotation device

The vertical rotating tire storage device is designed specifically for long and roll shaped goods, using a hanging plate+bracket structure that balances space saving and operational safety.

Classified by control system and integration level

Single machine manual type: locally operated panel control, suitable for small-scale or temporary use.

Online automatic type: supports integration with WMS and ERP systems to achieve automatic replenishment, inventory, picking, etc.

Distributed control type: composed of management computer, central control computer, and PLC, supporting multi device collaboration and fault self diagnosis.