Whatis materialhandling????

Material Handling is the movement, storage, control and protection of materials, goods and products throughout the process of manufacturing, distribution,consumption and disposal. The focus is on the methods,mechanical equipment, systems and related controls used to achieve these functions. The material handling industry manufactures and distributes the equipment and services required to implement material handling systems. Material handling systems range from simple pallet rack and shelving projects, to complex conveyor belt and Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS). Material handling can also consist of sorting and picking, as well as automatic guided vehicles.

Material handling principles

1. Planning Principle2. Standardization Principle3. Work Principle4. Ergonomic Principle5. Unit Load6. Space Utilization Principle7. System Principle8. Automation Principle9. Environmental Principle10.Life Cycle Cost Principle

Objectives

1) Reduced Costs

2) Increased Capacity

3) Improved Working Condition

4) Value Addition to Products

In brief, the primary objectives of Material Handling are;1. To save money2. To save time3. To save men

Scope of Material handling:

o Manufacturingo Processingo Constructiono Miningo Powero Machine Toolso Truck buildingo Rail road car builderso Barge and Ship buildingo Aircraft

Basic Information about Material Handling Equipment

Material handling equipment are industrial devices that are used to move, transport, store, protect, handle and/ or dispose goods, products and materials. This equipment is generally used in large industries such as shipping and logistics, warehousing, pharmaceuticals, food industry, construction and manufacturing. Small and medium industries also used material handling equipment that is intended for smaller workload and applications.

Material handling equipment is used mainly to improve workers' performance and efficiency. These devices help greatly in decreasing unwanted accidents and muscle strain to laborers doing manual work such as lifting and moving bulk and heavy materials.

TYPES OF MATERIAL HANDLING EQUIPMENT

Conventional Material Handling Equipment• 1. Storage Equipment

• 2. Bulk Material Handling

• 3. Industrial Trucks

Conventional Material Handling Equipment• 1. Robotic Delivery System

• 2. Computer Controlled Conveyor System

• 3. Automated Guided Vehicles

Pros and Cons of Using Material Handling Equipment

• PROS:• Lessen manual labor.• Less shipping errors.• Minimal damage on

goods and materials.• Less shipping and

production costs.• Lessen employees

compensation claims therefore allows you to save more in the long run.

• CONS:• Require fast data tracking

and processing.• Require reliable and fool-

proof inventory management system.

• Require more free floor spaces so that equipment can move properly.

• Buying your own material handling equipment may require you to raise bigger funds or initial capital.

• Require you to set aside funds for maintenance and repair.

Factors Affecting the selection of Material Handling Equipment

• Adaptability• Flexibility• Load capacity• Power• Speed• Space requirements• Supervision required• Ease of maintenance• Environment• Cost

Types of Material Handling Equipment

Basically there are three types of materials handling equipments.

1. Static

• Platforms

• Pallets

• Still ages

2. Fixed Types

Flat Conveyors Roller Conveyors Wheel Conveyors Trolley Conveyors Bridge Crane Electricity Hoist Jib Crain Chain Hoist Gantry Crane

3. Vehicles

Pallets TrucksFork lift trucksIndustrial Vehicles