Leasing Begins At RoboVault

CUTLINE: (L) Marvin Chaney, developer of RoboVault signs the first lease for wine storage with Steve Day (R) founder of Blue Martini as Bill Norton of Bank Atlantic (standing) looks on.

FT. LAUDERDALE – The future has arrived in South Florida as RoboVault, the first high-tech robotic storage facility of its kind in the world, begins leasing in preparation for its April 2009 opening. RoboVault developer Marvin Chaney this week announced the first lease with Blue Martini, which will store wine.

Designed to withstand up to Category 5 hurricanes with 200 mph winds, RoboVault is equipped with back-up power generation. Its unprecedented combination of technology includes heart beat detection, biometric recognition and private access with 24/7 security monitoring.

Its unique combination of extraordinary storage capabilities and high-tech security features distinguishes RoboVault from all previous storage facilities. A fully automated robotic container retrieval system safely stores valuables ranging in size from exotic automobiles to precious artwork and other priceless items.

Robotic storage containers are made of structural steel. There are 456 in total in the following sizes: 5’x5’; 5’x10’; 10’x10’; 15’x10’; non-subdivided modules of 20’x10’ and positions for larger items, including exotic cars. Monthly rates are: $97 for the 5x5; $183 for the 5x10; $304 for the 10x10; $370 for the 10x15 and $469 for the 20x10.

Adjacent rooms offer climate-controlled wine storage and private safe deposit boxes catering to individual requirements. Services offered by RoboVault to the wine collector do not end with a climate controlled room. An elegant wine tasting room is offered as an adjunct to the customer lounge area. A professional staff to service the needs of wine tenants will be available seven days a week.

RoboVault provides a strict climate controlled environment meeting wine industry standards of temperature and humidity that allows collectors to incrementally expand their personal cellar capacity. A storage temperature of 55 degrees Fahrenheit is closely monitored along with proper humidity levels kept at 65-70%. RoboVault’s wine storage area also eliminates all natural light and minimizes vibration to eliminate settling disruptions.

Collectors who store their wines at RoboVault also may enjoy social events with like-minded enthusiasts, in a warm, sophisticated atmosphere designed by Jamie Blomquist of Expressive Designs located in Fort Lauderdale. Participants can make arrangements to be served artisan cheeses and specialty prepared gourmet delicacies. Capacity will be approximately 80 people including high- top tables and some seating areas. A large glass window provides interesting views of the facility’s impressive robotic mechanism.

RoboVault also offers a service to accept wine club and other shipments on behalf of customers, in addition to a service to courier wine to a customer’s home or place of business.

Six sizes of units are available holding 18, 30, 60, 100, 200, and 300 cases of wine. Larger wine cases can be customized based upon request.

RoboVault will be involved in sponsoring tapas and wine tastings, cultural event programs, art exhibits and wine and food festivals, among other events.