Material Handling Design: Understanding Principles and Importance
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What is the primary focus of Material Handling (MH)?

  • Storing materials efficiently (correct)
  • Moving materials quickly
  • Protecting materials from damage
  • Handling materials safely

What does MH aim to provide according to its definition?

  • The highest quantity of material regardless of the condition
  • The lowest cost of material handling
  • The fastest movement of materials
  • The correct quantity of material in the right condition, place, and time (correct)

What aspect does the term 'material correct' refer to in MH?

  • Maintaining a large stock of materials
  • Identifying the correct material for use (correct)
  • Minimizing material wastage
  • Ensuring high-quality materials

Which concept is associated with 'Quantity correct' in MH?

<p>Just-in-Time (JIT) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does MH aim to deliver 'in the correct orientation' as per its definition?

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'Material Handling (MH)' primarily involves which activities?

<p>Moving, storing, protecting, and controlling materials (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the ORIENTATION PRINCIPLE?

<p>Identifying physical and economic constraints (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which principle emphasizes the effective utilization of all cubic space?

<p>SPACE UTILIZATION PRINCIPLE (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the ECOLOGY PRINCIPLE?

<p>Minimize adverse effects on the environment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which principle involves designing material handling equipment and procedures for effective interaction with people?

<p>ERGONOMIC PRINCIPLE (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the SYSTEM FLOW PRINCIPLE aim to integrate with physical processes?

<p>Informational control (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which principle suggests minimizing unnecessary movement and/or equipment?

<p>SIMPLIFICATION PRINCIPLE (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the PLANNING PRINCIPLE, what should a plan for material handling include?

<p>Basic requirements, desirable options, and contingency consideration (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the GRAVITY PRINCIPLE?

<p>Utilizing gravity to move materials whenever possible (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which principle emphasizes recognizing human capabilities and limitations?

<p>ERGONOMIC PRINCIPLE (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

¿Cuál es el porcentaje estimado del costo total de manufactura que representa el manejo de materiales?

<p>15% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

¿Cuál es la definición correcta de manejo de materiales según el texto?

<p>Mover, almacenar, proteger y controlar materiales (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

¿Qué implica 'cantidad correcta' en el manejo de materiales?

<p>JIT (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

¿Qué aspecto se refiere el término 'material correcto' en el manejo de materiales?

<p>Calidad (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

¿Qué actividades son primariamente involucradas en el manejo de materiales (MH)?

<p>Mover, almacenar, proteger y controlar materiales (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

¿Cuál es el ejemplo que se utiliza para ilustrar la medida del rendimiento antes y después de rediseñar las instalaciones?

<p>Facility Redesign: GE example (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

¿Cuál es el objetivo del PRINCIPIO DE FLUJO DEL SISTEMA?

<p>Integrar el flujo de datos con los procesos físicos (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

¿Cuál es el enfoque principal del PRINCIPIO DE PLANIFICACIÓN?

<p>Establecer un plan que incluya requisitos básicos, opciones deseables y la consideración de contingencias (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

¿Cuál es el énfasis del PRINCIPIO DE GRAVEDAD?

<p>Utilizar la gravedad para mover el material siempre que sea posible (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

¿Qué implica el término 'orientación correcta' según su definición?

<p>Almacenamiento y manipulación adecuados (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

¿Cuál es el objetivo principal del PRINCIPIO DE MECANIZACIÓN?

<p>Mecanizar procesos de manipulación siempre que sea factible para aumentar la eficiencia y la economía (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

¿Qué enfatiza el PRINCIPIO DE UTILIZACIÓN DEL ESPACIO?

<p>Hacer un uso efectivo de todo el espacio cúbico (L X A X H) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

¿Qué sugiere el PRINCIPIO DE SIMPLIFICACIÓN?

<p>Simplificar la manipulación eliminando, reduciendo o combinando movimientos o equipos innecesarios (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

¿Cuál es el foco principal del PRINCIPIO DE ERGONOMÍA?

<p>Reconocer las capacidades y limitaciones humanas al diseñar equipos y procedimientos de manipulación de materiales (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

¿Cuál es el principal objetivo del PRINCIPIO DE SEGURIDAD?

<p>Designar equipos y métodos seguros para la manipulación que sigan los códigos y regulaciones existentes, además de la experiencia acumulada (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

¿Qué actividades involucra principalmente 'Manipulación de Materiales (MH)'?

<p>Recepción, inspección, almacenamiento, producción, ensamblaje, embalaje, almacenamiento, envío y transporte coordinados (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Material Handling (MH) Focus

Efficiently storing and moving materials to the correct place, time, and condition.

Correct Quantity (MH)

Using Just-in-Time (JIT) principles to have the exact amount of material needed when needed.

Correct Material (MH)

Ensuring the right material is used for the intended purpose.

Correct Orientation (MH)

Materials arranged in a specific order for optimal handling.

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MH Activities

Moving, storing, protecting, and controlling materials.

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Orientation Principle

Identifying physical and economic constraints related to material handling.

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Space Utilization Principle

Making the most of all available storage space.

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Ecology Principle

Minimizing the environmental impact of material handling.

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Ergonomic Principle

Designing material handling for safe and efficient human interaction.

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System Flow Principle

Integrating material handling with information flow.

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Simplification Principle

Minimizing unnecessary movements or equipment.

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Planning Principle

Creating a material handling plan with basic requirements, desirable options, and contingencies.

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Gravity Principle

Utilizing gravity to move materials.

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Cost of MH

Estimated to be approximately 15% of total manufacturing cost.

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MH Definition

To move, store, protect, and control materials.

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Facility Redesign Example

Using a GE example to illustrate the improvements achieved after re-designing the operations.

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Correct Material

Ensuring the quality, type and condition of the material are suitable for use.

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Correct Quantity

Applying JIT principles, ensuring the right amount of material is available when needed.

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Correct Orientation

Positioning materials for optimal handling and storage.

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Mechanization Principle

Employing machines whenever possible for increased efficiency in material handling.

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Security Principle

Implementing safe equipment and procedures following industry standards and regulations.

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Material Handling Activities

Movement, storage, protection, and control of materials encompassing the entire process from reception to shipment.

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