David and Goliath: White Systems Introduces Two New Vertical Carousel Models


Representing the smallest and largest models available

(November 2007, Kenilworth, NJ)... White Systems, Inc., a global leader in carousel technology, is pleased to introduce two new vertical carousels representing the smallest and largest models available.

The MiniVert Carousel - Model 1200

The MiniVert Carousel brings stored items to the operator, eliminating hunting and searching through rows of conventional shelving. This carousel fits through a standard doorway and efficiently stores products using a minimum amount of floor space. It stores products on movable carriers inside a closed metal cabinet to take advantage of unused overhead space. With dimensions of depth of 34 inches, width of 66 inches and height of 75.5 inches and a shipping weight of 1,500 pounds, it represents the smallest vertical carousel available.

Features:
o Series of triple level carriers rotating in a vertical closed loop track bring product to operator, reducing fatigue and increasing productivity
o Safety devices include touch bar and infrared photo eye pinch point protection
o Host computer interface provides for direct integration with any software
o Pick-to-light and barcode verification improve dispensing accuracy
o Enhanced security through password access and full metal enclosure
o Designed to fit through standard doorway for plug- and-play installation
o 30% to 50% floor space savings
o Emergency crank system provides safe access to product

Performance:
o Unit capacity: 3,300 pounds, gross load
o Carrier capacity: 330 pounds
o Scissor arm capacity: 410 pounds per pair
o Carrier speed: 25 feet per minute
o Maximum imbalance: 300 pounds
o Stopping accuracy: ±5/16 inch
o Duty cycle: 100% continuous duty

The MiniVert is designed to store small parts in a limited amount of storage space. Examples of items that are well suited for the MiniVert include: (Partial List)
o Contacts, Eye glasses
o Pharmaceuticals
o Diagnostic supplies
o Medical supplies
o Dental supplies
o Art supplies
o Office supplies
o Samples
o Jewelry
o Electrical
o Fasteners
o Plumbing
o Components

The VertZilla Carousel - Model 3600

The VertZilla Carousel is the largest vertical carousel ever built and efficiently stores heavy or bulky materials using a minimum amount of floor space. In addition, it increases material deployment speed and reduces operator fatigue by bringing materials to the operator instead of requiring the operator to move to the materials. Inside the unit, a series of carriers mounted on a vertical closed-loop track revolve to bring requested items to the operator. With dimensions of depth of 104 inches, width of 192 inches and height of 350 inches and a shipping weight of 28,000 pounds, it represents the largest vertical carousel available.

The VertZilla Carousel provides enclosed, secure, high-density, point of use storage for relatively heavy and bulky objects. There are 14 carriers each with a pitch of 40 inches and a carrier payload capacity in excess of 1,000 pounds with load chains rated for 59,000 pounds. As with all other White Systems vertical carousels, it can easily be configured to maximize storage density for any available space.

The VertZilla Carousel seamlessly integrates with White Systems' software to provide Intelligent inventory control and workflow management.

Features:
o Series of configurable multi-level carriers revolving in a vertical closed loop track bring product to operator, reducing fatigue and increasing productivity
o Operator controls located conveniently at side of access door
o Safety devices include touch bar and infrared photo eye pinch point protection
o Host computer interface provides for direct integration with White Systems' software
o Enhanced security through full metal enclosure with key lock access
o Fluorescent task lighting
o Heavy duty conveying mechanism with precision ball bearing load and guide wheels
o 7-1/2 HP direct drive gear motor
o 30% to 50% floor space savings

Performance:
o Unit capacity: 28,000 pounds, gross load
o Carrier capacity: 1,000 pounds payload
o Scissor arm capacity: 2,000 pounds per pair
o Carrier speed: 25 feet per minute
o Maximum imbalance: 4,000 pounds
o Stopping accuracy: ±3/4 inch
o Duty cycle: 100% continuous duty

About White Systems
White Systems, Kenilworth, NJ, is in its 60th year of providing innovative storage and retrieval solutions, serving all applications and industries. White offers the widest range of solutions - all backed by an unmatched nationwide group of highly trained field service personnel. White's integrated system solutions are playing a major role in helping companies both large and small to achieve Lean operations.
White Systems' products and services include: horizontal carousels, vertical carousels, vertical lift modules, light directed systems, robotics, rail system components, systems integration, project management, and customer service and support. White Systems offers a comprehensive suite of sophisticated Windows(TM) based software and controls. The company serves both business and government organizations throughout North America, South America, Europe, and Asia, including the Middle East.

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