Kardex TowerMat Review: Specs and Uses of the 5-Tonne Heavy-Duty Vertical Lift
Updated: 7 days ago
The Kardex TowerMat stores heavy loads such as dies, molds, sheet metal and long goods vertically. The manufacturer does not publish a price. This review covers its specifications, features and uses.
Quick Verdict
TowerMat is the heavy end of Kardex's vertical lift range. The double-tower FE reaches up to 95 ft 5 in (about 29 m) with carriers up to 40 ft wide carrying 11,023 lb (about 5 t); the single-tower EE reaches 26 ft 3 in (about 8 m) with 6,614 lb (about 3 t) carriers. Custom carriers hold tools, dies and molds, pallets including Euro pallets, sheet metal up to about 6.5 x 19.5 ft and long goods to about 39 ft that can feed saws directly. It integrates with cranes, forklifts and conveyors, and Power Pick tracks loads in real time. Travel speed is not listed, and the introduction's "roughly 100 feet" differs slightly from the table.
Kardex TowerMat at a Glance
Max load per carrier: Up to 5,000 kg
Max height: About 29 m
Carrier width: Up to 12.2 m
Long goods: Up to about 39 ft
Software: Kardex Power Pick
Price: on request
Kardex TowerMat Technical Specifications
The table below lists what the manufacturer states.
Specification | TowerMat FE (double tower) | TowerMat EE (single tower) |
System height | Up to 95 ft 5 in (about 29 m) | Up to 26 ft 3 in (about 8 m) |
Carrier width | Up to 40 ft (about 12.2 m) | Up to 26 ft 11 in (about 8.2 m) |
Carrier depth | Up to 6 ft 11 in (about 2.1 m) | Up to 4 ft 11 in (about 1.5 m) |
Max load per carrier | 11,023 lb (about 5,000 kg) | 6,614 lb (about 3,000 kg) |
Metric values are converted from Kardex's imperial figures. Speed and cycle times are not listed.
Design and Build Quality
Single or double towers with custom carriers, installable in pits or mezzanines next to production.
Software and Integration
Kardex Power Pick
Real-time carrier and position tracking with ERP or WMS.
Crane Integration
Works with overhead cranes, pallet jacks and conveyors.
Kardex TowerMat Applications and Use Cases
Tool and Die Storage
Heavy molds and dies.
Sheet Metal
Feeding laser and cutting machines.
Long Goods
Bars and profiles to saws.
Kardex TowerMat Price and Value
Kardex does not publish a price for the Kardex TowerMat; it is quoted on request.
For the company behind the product, read the Kardex Company Profile: History, Structure, Financials, Products and Stock.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Up to 5 t per carrier
Very tall
Custom carriers
Long goods support
Cons
Speed not listed
Large installation
No published price
Who Should Buy the Kardex TowerMat?
It fits metalworking and manufacturing plants storing heavy tools and materials.
Kardex TowerMat FAQ
How much does the Kardex TowerMat cost?
Kardex does not publish a price for the Kardex TowerMat; it is quoted on request.
What is the Kardex TowerMat?
A heavy-duty vertical lift module.
How much can a carrier hold?
Up to 11,023 lb (about 5 t) on the FE.
How tall can it be?
Up to about 95 ft on the double tower.
Can it store long goods?
Yes, up to about 39 ft.
Can it store sheet metal?
Yes, sheets up to about 6.5 x 19.5 ft.
What versions exist?
TowerMat FE double tower and EE single tower.
What software tracks loads?
Kardex Power Pick.
Specifications are based on manufacturer information and may change.
