F Series 4-Post–Mechanical Vertical Lift
F Series 4-Post–Mechanical Vertical Lift
THE HERCULES OF VRCS
The F Series vertical reciprocating conveyor (VRC) from PFlow Industries is a 4-post mechanical vertical lift that can easily handle loads of up to 50,000 pounds or more in high-speed, high-cycle environments. Customization is available for heavier loads. PFlow has designed F Series lifts that handle up to 200,000 lbs!
The F Series vertical reciprocating conveyor is ideal for lifting multiple pallets, oversized materials, large carts, or heavy machinery between two or more levels, indoors or outdoors.
Lifted and lowered by heavy-duty roller chains, the F Series VRC, is built to meet your specific application and is virtually limitless.
F Series 4-Post Lift Overview
- Standard weight capacity up to 50,000 lbs (customizable to 200,000 lbs)
- Unlimited carriage size (minimum size of 6’ wide x 6’6” long)
- Unlimited vertical rise
- Standard travel speed is 18 feet per minute
- Unlimited, continuous cycles
- Indoor or outdoor use
- Lifetime structural warranty
- Conforms to ASME B20.1 Safety Standards
Advanced safety features are built into each F Series VRC
- Limit switches that shut down the motor and engage the brake when the switch is tripped or power is lost
- Motor overload protection prevents excessive current draw
- Chain sensors prevent slack chain from jumping the sprockets
- Safety cams that prevent unintended carriage descent
Features & Benefits
- Carriage is lifted and lowered by heavy-duty roller chains attached to a mechanical lifting mechanism on top of 6″ guide columns
- Quality construction, reliability, and long-term performance
- Certified safety cams prevent carriage descent in the event of a chain failure, protecting workers and materials
- Optional DeckLock Safety System provides added security at critical upper levels
- Optional hot-dipped galvanized or epoxy finish for outdoor or wash-down environments
- Explosion-proof components are available
Product Specifications
Best for
Moving heavy boxes, cargo, and pallets from one level to another. Ideal for both indoor and outdoor usage.
Capacity
50,000 lbs (standard), customizable up to 200,000 lbs
Carriage size
Unlimited (minimum carriage size is 6′ wide by 6’ 6″ long)
Travel Speed
The standard travel speed is 18 FPM, with speeds of up to 400 FPM available
Cycles
Unlimited cycles
Operation
Carriage is lifted and lowered by roller chains attached to an electric motor-reducer assembly mounted on the guide columns. Standard units employ 2 HP to 15 HP TEFC brake motors.
Safety Gates
Safety codes (ASME B20.1) require interlocked gates with enclosures on all sides of the lift. Enclosures must be a minimum of 8’ high and reject a ball 2” in diameter.
Electrical
Standard power requirements are 230/460VAC, 3-phase. Control voltage is110VAC. Standard control panels and push-button stations are NEMA 12 rated.
