Continuous transport machines are characterized by continuous operation during transport, i.e., the movement takes place continuously from the place of reception to the position of handing over the cargo without stopping to accept and dispose of the material. In production zones, distribution hubs, and warehouses, optimizing every square meter is essential. This heightened focus on efficiency has spurred a rising demand for the vertical transportation of goods. As space becomes a premium, there's an increasing necessity to utilize height effectively for transporting items, enabling better use of available square footage without compromising on storage or operational efficiency. In production lines, vertical transport might be specific to certain technologies, but in warehousing, it's an ongoing requirement. To make this process efficient, it's essential to minimize the space used on the floor while maximizing the vertical movement of goods. This means finding smart ways to utilize height without taking up unnecessary volume. The paper shows the basic design of continuous vertical conveyors and compares their characteristics in several aspects.