Blogs and News
6 Most Frequently Asked Lift Questions
6 Most Frequently Asked Vertical Lift QuestionsFor over 25 years, CIP has been manufacturing Vertical Reciprocating Conveyors (VRCs) and other material handling equipment. Let’s face it, we practically invented this market when we built the first modular VRC for a...
What’s the Difference Between a Vertical (VRC) Lift and an Elevator?
Beyond being quicker to install, VRCs can be installed almost anywhere, inside or out, and only require minor to no structural remodeling.
The 5 Main Reasons Why Businesses Choose VRCs
The 5 Main Reasons Why Businesses Choose VRCsVRCs, or vertical reciprocating conveyors, are excellent for efficiently and safely transporting stuff from one level to the next. Material Lifts do exactly what their name implies. They can efficiently move things between...
Combat the Clutter: 3 Tips to Maximize Warehouse Floor Space
We’ll follow a series of steps to lessen the obvious congestion and maximize floor space. Here are some best practices that will allow for an improved distribution environment. Reducing Aisle Width in the Racking Area Let’s get started with some basic organizational...
4 Reasons You’ve Outgrown Your Distribution Center
Finding enough space for your industrial warehouse or distribution center is never an easy task. It doesn’t matter if you’ve got an average of 600,000 square feet or more on-site. This blog will identify 3 helpful tips to maximize your floor space. Most of the battle...
4 Steps to a Safer Workplace
4 Steps to a Safer WorkplaceWhen we think of hazardous work environments, we conjure up images of chemical factories where employees deal with harmful vapors and fumes or are exposed to dangerous gases. You might be surprised to learn that warehouses and distribution...
Videos
CIP’s Custom Projects & Products
Will Ratliff talks about CIP’s elasticity when it comes to custom projects and products, like VRC’s and mezzanines.
CIP’s Lift Support Team
Bob De Santis talks about how CIP can help with VRC questions.
CIP’s VRC Inspections; What To Expect
Bob De Santis explains what to expect from a CIP VRC lift inspections, and some options you may have.
CIP’s Assistance With COVID-19 Health Crisis
Bob De Santis recalls the job CIP completed for General Motors during the peak of the COVID-19 health crisis.
What is “Aftermarket”?
CIP’s Bob De Santis describes what “aftermarket” is and what services CIP provides for aftermarket clients.
CIP’s Project Versatility
Whether you need to move something as large as a car or as small as the rear view mirror in a car, a material lift can help you move it faster and safer.
Infographics
Understanding the Advantages of Mechanical Lifts Over Hydraulic Lifts
CIP's latest Infographic details the differences between Mechanical Material Lifts (VRCs) and Hydraulic Lifts. Download Infographic For more information about the differences between Mechanical Material Lifts and Hyrdaulic Lifts, you can also watch this edition...
