Tate Diversified designs and builds custom VRC lifts and mezzanine lifts for warehouses, distribution centers, and manufacturing facilities. Our vertical reciprocating conveyors handle loads from 2,000 lbs up to 12,000+ lbs with platform sizes built to your exact specifications. Unlike freight elevators, VRCs do not require a hoistway or licensed operator, making them a cost-effective material handling solution.
VRC Lifts by Weight Capacity
We build VRC lifts to match your specific load requirements. Common capacities include:
Light-duty material handling for pallets, boxes, and small equipment.
Standard capacity for most warehouse and distribution applications.
Mid-range capacity for heavier pallets and industrial components.
Heavy-duty lifting for manufacturing and automotive applications.
High-capacity material lifts for steel, machinery, and heavy loads.
Maximum capacity custom builds for the heaviest industrial applications.
Need a custom capacity? We fabricate VRC lifts to your exact weight and platform specifications. Contact us with your requirements.
Types of VRC Lifts
Hydraulic VRC Lifts
Powered by hydraulic cylinders for smooth, reliable lifting. Ideal for heavy loads and frequent cycling. Low maintenance with excellent positioning accuracy. Best for capacities over 4,000 lbs.
Mechanical VRC Lifts
Chain or belt-driven systems for lighter loads and higher speeds. Cost-effective for standard warehouse applications. Available in two-post and four-post configurations.
Custom VRC Lifts
Built to your exact specifications including platform size, capacity, travel height, and number of stops. Tate fabricates custom VRCs for unique applications that off-the-shelf units cannot handle.
VRC Lift vs Freight Elevator
VRC lifts offer significant advantages over traditional freight elevators for material handling:
- No hoistway required - VRCs can be installed in open areas without a dedicated shaft
- No licensed operator needed - Classified as a conveyor, not an elevator
- Lower installation cost - Typically 50-70% less than a freight elevator
- Faster permitting - Falls under conveyor codes rather than elevator codes in most jurisdictions
- Less maintenance - Simpler mechanical systems mean lower ongoing costs
- Custom platform sizes - Built to handle your specific load dimensions
Important: VRC lifts are for material only, not personnel. For applications requiring personnel transport, a freight elevator is required.
Quality Built VRC Lifts
Every VRC lift from Tate Diversified is built with heavy-duty steel construction and undergoes thorough quality checks before delivery.
✓ Built to Specification
Each VRC lift is inspected and tested before shipment.
Quality checks include:
- Structural weld inspection
- Hydraulic or mechanical system testing
- Electrical controls verification
- Safety feature testing (gates, interlocks, limit switches)
- Full load testing at rated capacity
Need a VRC Lift Quote?
Tell us your load capacity, platform size, and travel height requirements.
We'll design a custom VRC solution for your facility.