Wildeck's variety of mechanical lifts are well suited for multi-level applications that demand faster speeds and high cycle rates. Wildeck's reliable chain drive lifting system has been designed for the tough duty these applications require and provides long and trouble-free service life. Take a close look at the standard features we include; you'll quickly realize a Wildeck mechanical VRC gives you more.
With our electrical design capabilities, Wildeck can provide you with a complete customized material lift system that is either manually controlled, controlled by your conveyor controls or is fully automated controlling both the material lift and portions of your conveyor system.
Vertical Reciprocating Conveyor's are safer than using a forklift truck or manpower to move materials between levels and are less costly to operate and maintain than elevators.
Mechanical Lift Benefits
- Includes patented AutoSenz® M-Series Overload/VRC jam protection (U.S. Patent No. 7,408,317)
- Lift capacities from 100 to 30,000 lbs.
- Standard platform size up to 12 ft. wide x 30 ft. long
- Tough lifting motor sized for continuous duty
- High service factor gearbox
- Alloy steel drive shaft for durability
- Dual roller chains (instead of cables) for long service life
- Quality, brand-name electrical components
- UL-508A labeled control panel
- Fabricated by AWS D1.1 Certified Welders
- Bracing material provided
- Structural grade fasteners and floor anchors
- Standard units are designed for "bolt-together" installation (field welding not required)
- 'Gate Closed' and 'Ready' indicator lights on control panel
- Self-diagnostic control system on all multi-level units (more than two stops)
- Momentary contact 'Call' and 'Send' control buttons at all accessed floor levels
- Instantaneous overload protection (fixed setpoint)
- Broken chain free-fall safety system
- Standard lifting height up to 150 ft. (other heights available)
- Standard speed: 28 fpm (feet per minute) – higher speeds available
- Industrial strength carriage platform to handle heavy point loads
- Fast-acting brake system for crisp, accurate stops
Mechanical VRC Material Lift Options
- 'Standard' Mechanical Cantilever: Lift Capacity up to 5,000 lbs.
- 'High-Load' Mechanical Cantilever: Lift Capacity up to 10,000 lbs.
- Platform sizes: Up to 12 ft. wide x 8 ft. long
- Loading / Unloading: "C," "Z," or 90-degree loading patterns
- Freestanding models available with optional support structure
- Allows material movement with the smallest possible equipment footprint
- May be used where headroom is restricted
- Provides extra flexibility to maneuver loads
- Modular multi-level systems
- Variable frequency drive system providing 'soft-start' and 'soft-stop' to cushion loads
- Higher speeds
- Full height enclosures available
- Single-stop unit can be fully-assembled, tested, and ready to operate
Automated Mechanical VRC Material Lifts
Wildeck's automated Mechanical VRCs are best suited for in-process applications requiring faster speeds and high cycle rates. When integrated with conveyors, they can help you achieve maximum process efficiency through the automated transfer of materials between levels.
Mechanical Lift Configurations
The three mechanical lift configurations, straddle, cantilever, and 4-post, each have their advantages. You will need to determine your necessary load capacity, frequency, and loading/unloading requirements to choose which configuration best suits your project.
Straddle
Best suited for multi-level use, faster speeds and high frequency cycle rates.
The straddle configuration permits the choice of either "C" or "Z" loading/unloading patterns, providing extra flexibility to maneuver loads in the direction desired.
Features:
- 'Standard' Mechanical Straddle (MLS): Lift Capacity up to 6,000 lbs.
- 'High-Load' Mechanical Straddle (MLS): Lift Capacity up to 12,000 lbs.
- Platform Sizes: Up to 12 ft. wide x 15 ft. long
- Loading / Unloading: "C" or "Z" loading patterns
- Very structurally stable configuration
- Reduces design loads and component wear
- Provides flexibility to maneuver loads
Cantilever
Best suited for multi-level use, faster speeds and high frequency cycle rates.
The cantilever configuration permits the choice of loading/unloading patterns "C", "Z" or 90° load patterns, used for low overhead clearances and tall loads.
Features:
- 'Standard' Mechanical Cantilever (MLC): Lift Capacity up to 5,000 lbs.
- 'High-Load' Mechanical Cantilever (MLC): Lift Capacity up to 10,000 lbs.
- Platform sizes: Up to 12 ft. wide x 8 ft. long
- Loading / Unloading: "C," "Z," or 90-degree loading patterns
- Freestanding models available with optional support structure
- Allows material movement with the smallest possible equipment footprint
- May be used where headroom is restricted
- Provides extra flexibility to maneuver loads
4-Post
Best suited for multi-level use, faster speeds and high frequency cycle rates when moving heavier loads.
The 4-Post Material Lift configuration allows the flexibility to load/unload on any side of the platform. Excellent for large, heavy loads.
Features:
- 'Standard' Mechanical 4-Post: Lift Capacity up to 15,000 lbs.
- 'High-Load' Mechanical 4-Post: Lift Capacity up to 30,000 lbs.
- Platform Sizes: Up to 12 ft. wide x 30 ft. long
- Loading / Unloading: "C," "Z," 90 degree, or 4-side loading patterns
- Best suited for lifting extremely large and/or heavy loads
- Provides maximum application flexibility