Vertical Carousels | Automated Industrial Vertical Storage
Southwest Solutions Group installs these motorized shelving systems from top manufacturers like Kardex. As a trusted provider of automated storage solutions, we help organizations in manufacturing, warehousing, and healthcare optimize how they manage small parts, supplies, and equipment.
Compact Storage for Fast-Paced Workflows
Vertical carousels use a rotating chain of carriers to manage inventory more efficiently. These systems bring items to a fixed access point at waist height, which improves ergonomics and eliminates wasted motion. With enclosed design and programmable controls, vertical carousels increase accuracy while reducing the footprint needed for storage.
Standard models can hold up to 1,433 pounds per carrier and reduce floor space use by as much as 85%. They're a great fit for shipping departments, parts storage, and maintenance rooms that need quick access to consistent item sizes.
- Paternoster-style vertical chain design
- Automated tray delivery to ergonomic height
- Ideal for small parts and tools
- Forward/reverse directional control
- Enclosed footprint for security and cleanliness
Advanced Automation for Complex Inventories
Modern vertical carousel systems include user-friendly touchscreens, LED pick guidance, and integration with warehouse management software. These tools help reduce picking errors, support batch-picking, and maintain inventory visibility at all times.
Operators can scan items, log transactions automatically, and even connect systems to conveyors or robotics. With support for RFID, cleanroom, and fire-safety configurations, these carousels serve highly regulated environments like electronics, aerospace, and pharmaceuticals.
- Multi-touch control interfaces
- Pick-to-light or LED location indicators
- WMS/ERP system integration
- Optional RFID, fire safety, and cleanroom compliance
- Supports batch-picking workflows
Specialized Solutions for Unique Applications
Some facilities need vertical storage solutions for niche applications such as drying buffers, SMD reel storage, or staging in-process inventory. With FIFO rotation and flexible bin layouts, these systems ensure product freshness and traceability. Specialized inserts and dividers keep small items separated and protected, while software enforces correct picking sequences.
These carousel systems are a smart fit for clean manufacturing zones, labs, or facilities with semi-finished products requiring precise handling and separation.
- FIFO-compliant rotation and sorting
- Dividers and bins for small components
- Integrated tracking for traceability
- Supports in-process staging or drying tasks
- Cleanroom and electronics-ready configurations
Who Benefits from Vertical Carousels?
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Honest Results
“We are coming up on a year since we installed the file system here at Bill Heard Chevrolet, and we continue to be more than happy with the outcome. The barcode tracking software system tracks the documents for us and is easy to maintain and use. There is something to be said about keeping things simple.”
“We would like to extend a great big thank you to your shelving installation and file conversion team. Your team of installers are absolutely the best! They were quiet, polite and really acted as though they enjoyed their work. It was so refreshing to meet them. Everyone is very pleased with the installation and file conversion. Our file room looks great and the new file storage will give us the additional file space we need.”
“I deal with contractors and service people on a daily basis, and I have got to tell you that the crew that has been in here relocating the first two vertical storage machines for me are at the top of my list. They have been extremely professional and customer service oriented. You have some great employees and, if I were you, would value them highly. Guys like these are hard to find.”
“We are very happy with our filing system. We have more filing inches available in the vertical cabinets than we did in our old horizontal filing equipment. Everyone is very excited about the new system. The installation went very smoothly. Service has been exceptional from the first point of contact to planning to installation.”
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Vertical Carousel Filing Machines
Store and retrieve files or media with ADA-compliant automated access. Keeps records organized, secure, and easy to reach.
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Specialty Carousels
Automate bulky item storage with rotating carousels for tires, uniforms, reels, and more. Prevents tangling and overstacking.
Explore Specialty CarouselsUnlock Efficiency with Vertical Carousel Storage
Southwest Solutions Group specializes in designing and implementing automated storage systems that help you reclaim space, improve order accuracy, and increase picking speed. Whether you're upgrading a warehouse, expanding a healthcare facility, or organizing sensitive electronics, our vertical carousel solutions are tailored to your environment and workflow. From initial layout planning to installation and long-term support, we guide you through every step of the process.
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