Move Materials Safely and Efficiently with VRC Lifts
If you need to move materials from one floor level to another, or from your main floor to a mezzanine, then a VRC lift will be a great addition to your workspace!
Martin Vertical Storage is proud to be an official installer and distributor of VRC lifts manufactured by Custom Industrial Products (CIP).
Do you have questions about VRC lifts? Wondering if they might be the perfect choice for your facility?
Download our VRC lift brochure or read through the FAQs about VRC lifts below to find out more. You can also download our VRC lift analysis form.
What is a VRC Lift?
A VRC lift is a large, installed mechanical device that enables you to move heavy materials vertically from one floor level (or mezzanine) to another. VRC lifts are safe, cost-effective, and efficient alternatives to using forklifts or manual labor to relocate goods.
What Does VRC Stand for?
The “VRC” in VRC lift stands for “vertical reciprocating conveyor.” VRC lifts are sometimes also referred to as “freight lifts,” “vertical material lifts,” or simply “material lifts.”
Why Should I Choose Martin Vertical Storage When Considering a VRC Lift for My Facility?
This is a great question. When you entrust Martin Vertical Storage with your business, you aren’t just buying equipment from a seller. You’re also gaining access to the high level of knowledge and technical expertise that our professionals bring to every customer relationship.
Martin Vertical Storage will work with your business to help you determine which VRC lift will best meet your needs. We’ll also install your lift and make sure that it's in good working order once it’s in place. And you’ll have the consultative support of our team for the life of your lift.
We only sell mechanical lifts manufactured by our partner, Custom Industrial Products (CIP). All CIP lifts are made in the USA.
Why Not Just Install an Elevator?
The cost difference between installing an elevator and installing a VRC lift is substantial. VRC lifts cost a fraction of what elevators do.
The reason for this is that VRC lifts are designed to move materials, not passengers.
Because they don’t carry passengers, VRC lifts generally don’t need to meet the more stringent national elevator codes. This means that both the initial price and the maintenance costs of a VRC lift will be lower than that of an elevator, though they are just as effective at moving goods from one floor level to another.
Is There a Code of Safety Standards for VRC Lifts?
Yes. Every VRC lift sold by Martin Vertical Storage meets or exceeds the nationally recognized safety standards that govern conveyors as detailed in ANSI/ASME B20.1. Proper installation by lift professionals is required, however, for a VRC lift to meet this standard.
Consider the safety benefits to using a VRC lift to move materials from one floor level to another over the alternatives:
- Safer than using forklifts: A VRC lift is safer to use than a forklift, which means that there is a lower likelihood of workplace accidents.
- Fewer workplace injuries: VRC lifts also keep your workers from having to manually move goods from one floor to another. This reduces the potential for injuries and workplace compensation claims.
Overall, VRC lifts require less manpower than other methods of relocating goods from one floor to another. This means that productivity and efficiency are more likely to go up in a facility that uses a VRC lift.
What Types of Businesses Would Benefit from Installing a VRC Lift?
A host of different businesses could benefit from the installation of a VRC lift. The list includes warehouses and distribution centers, automotive dealerships and parts inventories, factories, retail stores and wholesalers, and restaurants and hotels, to name just a few.
Schools, libraries, and other public institutions will also see gains from the safety and efficiency that VRC lifts bring.
Practically any facility that needs to transport materials vertically can utilize a VRC lift. If you're wondering how a VRC lift could work for you, consult Martin Vertical Storage.
Can Martin Vertical Storage Customize a VRC Lift to Meet My Exact Specifications?
Absolutely! Martin Vertical Storage is here to help you solve all of your vertical storage-related problems. Our goal is to find the perfect solution for you.
If you require a lift built to accommodate a tight space, handle heavier loads, or overcome any other obstacles, we can help. We can also pair your VRC lift with a custom mezzanine to further maximize your usable space.
