Warehouse Automation · Vertical Conveying

Vertical Logistics System: Vertical Conveyors for Multi-Level Warehouses

Move pallets, totes and cartons between floors automatically, supplied with a local team in Malaysia for product questions and after-sales support.

Vertical conveyor moving goods between warehouse floors

What we supply

Vertical Conveyors and Lifts for Pallets, Totes and Cartons

TTF TECH supplies vertical logistics systems: vertical conveyors, lifts and their controls, which move goods between floor levels automatically. The range covers pallet lifts, continuous carton and tote conveyors, and units that carry an AGV with its load from one floor to another.

3 load types
Pallets, totes and cartons
2 principles
Continuous and reciprocating
Z and C types
Infeed and outfeed layouts
Malaysia
Local after-sales contact

Challenges

Multi-Level Handling Problems a Vertical Conveyor Helps Solve

In a multi-storey warehouse or factory, goods lifts and forklifts become the bottleneck between floors. A vertical conveyor moves loads up and down automatically and hands them to conveyors, AGVs or operators at each level.

Goods wait for the lift

Loads move between floors automatically, without an operator riding along.

Ramps and lifts take floor space

Vertical transfer uses a small footprint on each floor.

Manual lifting injuries

Repetitive lifting between levels is automated.

Automation stops at each floor

Connects with ASRS, AGVs, shuttle systems, conveyors and WMS.

Special environments

Options for cold storage, cleanroom and outdoor installation.

Nobody local to call after delivery

TTF TECH is your point of contact in Malaysia for product and after-sales questions.

Options

Find the Right Vertical Conveying Configuration

Vertical logistics moves pallets, cartons, totes or mobile robots between elevations. Start with the load and required flow, then select the lifting or conveying arrangement.

01

Pallet lifts

Move palletised loads between floors or conveyor elevations. Reciprocating and circulating arrangements serve different capacity and layout needs.

02

Carton and tote vertical conveyors

Connect picking, packing and storage areas. Continuous or reciprocating systems are selected around load stability, entry and exit positions, and required throughput.

03

AGV transfer lifts

Provide a transfer between levels for compatible mobile robot operations. Lift dimensions, payload, access control and robot communications require joint engineering.

Capabilities

Key Features

  • Space-saving vertical transferUses building height instead of floor area.
  • Pallet and box seriesSeparate ranges for pallets and for totes and cartons.
  • Continuous or reciprocatingContinuous flow for cartons, reciprocating lifts for pallets and totes.
  • Connects to other automationASRS, AGVs, shuttle systems, conveyors and WMS.
  • Built to your buildingSpecified to your layout, load and workflow.
  • Local point of contactProduct assistance and after-sales support in Malaysia.
Vertical logistics system for multi-level warehouse automation

Product range

Vertical Conveyor Product Range

Load capacity, speed and lift height are specified for each project.

Pallet vertical conveying

TypeUsed for
Reciprocating pallet vertical conveyorLifting pallets between floors
AGV vertical conveyingCarrying an AGV or AMR with its load between floors
High-rise and high-speed vertical conveyorTall buildings and higher transfer rates
Pallet circulating vertical conveyorContinuous pallet flow between levels
Outdoor and connecting-gallery vertical conveyingTransfer outdoors or between buildings
Pallet horizontal conveyorFeeding pallets to and from the lift

Tote and carton vertical conveying

TypeUsed for
Light-duty continuous vertical conveyor, Z-type and C-typeContinuous flow of cartons and totes
Heavy-duty continuous vertical conveyorHeavier cartons and unit loads
Rubber-chain continuous vertical conveyorContinuous carton transfer
Reciprocating tote and box vertical conveyorTotes and boxes between floors, including a high-speed tote version
Box horizontal conveyorFeeding cartons to and from the lift

Comparison

Goods Lift and Forklift vs a Vertical Conveyor

A goods lift moves loads in batches and needs someone to load, ride or wait for it. A vertical conveyor is part of the material flow: loads arrive, travel and leave automatically.

FactorGoods lift and forkliftVertical conveyor
OperationOperator loads and unloads each tripAutomatic infeed and outfeed
FlowBatches, with waiting timeContinuous or automatic cycles
Link to other automationManual handoverConnects to conveyors, AGVs, ASRS and WMS
LabourOperator needed per tripNo operator for routine transfers
Suited toOccasional mixed loadsRegular, repeated transfers

How it works

How a Vertical Conveyor Works

  1. 1
    Load arrives

    A pallet, tote or carton arrives by conveyor, AGV or forklift.

  2. 2
    Floor assigned

    The controls or your WMS set the destination floor.

  3. 3
    Lift or lower

    The carriage or continuous chain moves the load up or down.

  4. 4
    Discharge

    The load transfers to the outfeed conveyor or AGV on the target floor.

  5. 5
    Status reported

    The transfer is confirmed to the control system.

Configuration and software connection are specified per project with the equipment supplier.

Requirements

What to Confirm Before Selection

RequirementSelection considerations
LoadPallet, carton, tote or robot; maximum weight, dimensions and stability
FlowRequired transfers per hour, travel height and number of stops
ConnectionsConveyor heights, loading directions, openings and buffer space
SiteStructure, environment, access, guarding and applicable installation requirements

Local support

Local Support in Malaysia. Clear Project Roles.

TTF TECH supports equipment selection and coordinates with the relevant supplier and project partners. Structural work, electrical work, controls, installation and service responsibilities are confirmed within the project scope.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a vertical logistics system?

It is an automated system of vertical conveyors, lifts and controls that moves goods between floor levels.

Can it handle both pallets and cartons?

Yes. There are separate ranges for pallets and for totes and cartons.

Can it connect with ASRS, AGVs and a WMS?

Yes. It can connect with ASRS, AGVs, shuttle systems, conveyors and a WMS.

Which industries use vertical conveyors?

Manufacturing, logistics, e-commerce, airports, cold storage, pharmaceuticals, automotive and distribution centres.

Can the same lift carry pallets, totes and robots?

Each application has specific platform, transfer, load and control requirements. Select equipment for the intended load and duty, rather than assuming one lift covers every use.

What interfaces need planning?

Confirm transfer heights, conveyor or robot handovers, access control, guarding, emergency arrangements and building interfaces with the relevant project teams.

Is local after-sales support available in Malaysia?

Yes. TTF TECH is based in Malaysia and is your local point of contact for product enquiries and after-sales support. The service scope is agreed for each project.

Let's plan your next step

Get a Vertical Conveyor Quote for Your Building

Share the load, floor-to-floor height, required flow, transfer positions and building constraints.

What to send us
  • Load type, dimensions and maximum weight
  • Floor heights and number of stops
  • Required transfers per hour
  • Entry and exit directions with a site layout

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