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What Actually Belongs in a VLM, and What Doesn’t? – A Webinar

On June 16th, 2026, REB hosted the webinar “What Actually Belongs in a VLM, and What Doesn’t? Real Inventory Comparisons Against Existing Storage Methods” through Modern Materials Handling. If you missed this, below is more information on the webinar along with the recording of it!

Many operations struggle with limited storage space, growing SKU counts, and inefficient picking processes. Companies are often unsure whether a VLM will deliver meaningful operational improvements or if another storage solution would provide greater value.

This webinar addresses those challenges by using actual inventory profiles and storage layouts to evaluate where VLMs create measurable gains in density and efficiency, and where other storage systems may be the better solution.

What You Will Learn / Key Takeaways

  • How to identify which inventory profiles are well suited for VLM storage
  • How VLMs compare against existing storage methods using real layout and density examples
  • Common inventory characteristics that reduce VLM effectiveness
  • How storage density, footprint reduction, and labor impacts can be evaluated before implementation
  • Which alternative storage systems may be better suited for inventory that is not ideal for a VLM

Whether your next step is to gather more information or request a quote, consider REB Storage Systems. REB is a highly experienced systems integrator, in business since 1962. REB has 17 in-house project managers and project designers, all highly experienced in the material handling industry. These people know this industry inside and out.

REB is highly knowledgeable and experienced in designing and installing racking and automation systems and will make sure your system is the best fit for your space. We work with you to provide a turnkey system. From design, products procurement, subcontractor management, install, and permitting support, REB handles it all for you.

We’d appreciate the opportunity to help you further, whether that be more information or a quote. Fill in the contact form on this page or call us at (773) 232-2503 to get in touch with a REB representative.

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