Mechanical Straddle VRCs
Wildeck mechanical straddle lift configurations offer a cost-effective and safe way to transfer material loads to elevated levels in your facility.
- Improve the utilization of your existing overhead cubic space
- Increase operational efficiency
- Maintain a safe work environment for personnel
- Eliminate elevator department inspections
- Maintain code compliance in all 50 States
Straddle Configuration
LIFT CAPACITY:
- Standard - Up to 6,000 lbs.
- W8 High Load - Up to 12,000 lbs.
LIFTING SPEED: Standard travel speed is 28 fpm. Higher speeds available.
CARRIAGE PLATFORM: Up to 12 ft. wide x 20 ft. long. Custom sizes available. Pit-less Flat Plate carriage available on some sizes (eliminates loading ramp or pit requirements).
LOADING PATTERNS: “C”, or “Z”.
LIFT HEIGHT/LEVELS: Standard – Ground floor plus 1-stop. Multi-level operation is available, up to 150 ft. high (can be increased with custom configurations).
MECHANICAL LIFTING SYSTEM: The standard Wildeck Mechanical Straddle VRC features a rugged lifting motor rated for continuous duty. Reliable heavy-duty roller chains, a high service factor gearbox, and the alloy steel driveshaft have been specially designed for durability and long service life.
PAINT FINISH: Standard VRC paint color is Wildeck Gray. Optional colors available. Purchased components are painted per vendor standards. Factory painted materials use an electrostatically applied industrial 2-part polyurethane coating.
SmartControl™ for Mechanical VRCs
| Base Controls | SmartControl™  |
|
| AutoSenz Overload Detection™ | Yes | Yes |
| Fault History | Yes | Yes |
| Alert Tones | No | Yes |
| Digital Display | 2.2" Monochrome, no touch screen | 4.3" Color touch screen |
(Optional) SmartControl™ with AutoSenz® VRC Overload Detection System
- Protects your material and the lift should a jam occur
- Allen Bradley controller and color touch screen display
- System diagnostics with Audible Signals to alert operator to common fault conditions
- Records and time stamped Fault History
Control Panel & Call/Send Stations:
The main control panel is rated NEMA 12. NEMA 4 call/send stations included for each level have self-maintaining push-buttons and a mushroom-head E-Stop.
Optional “Lift Present” lights on Call/Send Stations, Key-Locked or Key-Pad secured controls and stations. Other options may be available. Please discuss your application requirements with Wildeck.
Electrical
UL-508A Labeled Control Panel. 208/230/460 VAC, 3-phase (Single-phase option available). Control voltage is 24 volts. Optional "Factory Pre-wired" call/send stations and gate interlocks is available.
Safety Guarding:
The ANSI/ASME B20.1 code requires safety gates and 8 ft. high guarding on all accessible sides of the lift. Landing gates have electrical and mechanical interlocks that prevent VRC operation if the gates are not fully closed; and gates cannot be opened if the carriage is not at the designated level.
Optional Safety Features:
- CargoLok™ Carriage Gate— securely encloses large rolling loads
- SafeLock™ system locks carriage at upper levels for added safety
- ArmorCar™ Carriage — fully-enclosed VRC carriage for additional cargo protection
- Heavy Duty Landing Level Gates – a benefit in heavy usage applications or applications prone to impacts during loading
- Over-speed secondary supplemental safety brake
Consult factory for shipment options. Wildeck VRCs typically ship on a flat-bed truck for side off-loading at site.
Contact Wildeck or your local Wildeck representative for certified installation service.
MSwordMechanical Material Lifts
Wildeck’s variety of mechanical lifts are well suited for multi-level applications that demand faster speeds and high cycle rates.
