Modula :: Automated Storage & Retrieval Systems, Specializing Robotics-Ready Warehouse Automation

Modula is a leading North American provider of automated storage and retrieval systems, specializing in vertical lift modules and related robotics-ready warehouse automation. With over 35 years of experience and a strong U.S. manufacturing base, Modula designs and builds solutions that dramatically increase storage density, improve picking accuracy, and reduce the physical strain on workers. The company operates from its headquarters and production facility in Franklin, Ohio, and serves manufacturers, distributors, and logistics operations across North America through a network of more than 70 dealers.

Modula’s flagship products are its Vertical Lift Modules (VLMs), including the Modula Lift, Modula Slim, and the new Modula Next. These enclosed, automated systems function like oversized industrial vending machines, delivering trays of inventory directly to the operator at an ergonomic height. They can recover up to 90% of floor space while supporting payloads of several tons and reaching heights of up to 65 feet. Newer offerings such as Modula Pallet handle full euro pallets from the ground, and the Modula Flexibox delivers up to 180 bins per hour for high-speed order fulfillment in e-commerce and fast-moving goods environments.

Beyond standalone storage systems, Modula has developed deep integration capabilities with robotics. Its Modula Robot Interface allows seamless connection with autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), collaborative robots, and industrial robots. The company offers certified integration with MiR autonomous mobile robots, enabling fully automated end-to-end workflows where robots transport goods to and from the storage units without human intervention. Additional picking solutions include put-to-light systems, mobile picking carts, and software modules that integrate with WMS, ERP, and IoT platforms. Advanced options such as Modula AI Services and Modula Optimizer further enhance performance through predictive analytics and real-time optimization.

Modula positions its technology for industries facing labor shortages and space constraints, including automotive, aerospace, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and electronics manufacturing. All systems are proudly manufactured in the United States and emphasize safety, ease of use, and quick training. With more than 20,000 clients worldwide and consistent double-digit growth, Modula continues to expand its portfolio of automated, robotics-ready storage solutions.