Optimizing Material Handling Systems Quiz

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What is the primary goal in the design and cost reduction of materials handling systems according to the guidelines?

Eliminate handling wherever possible

What aspect should be considered when selecting handling equipment?

Versatility and adaptability

How should operations be sequenced to minimize handling?

In a unidirectional and smooth manner

Why is it important to standardize handling equipment?

Interchangeable usage, better utilization, and lesser spares holding Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach to minimize downtime for material handling equipment?

Install a regular preventive maintenance program Signup and view all the answers

What should be the weight of the unit load to ensure productive handling trips?

Maximum weight Signup and view all the answers

What is the Planning Principle in material handling?

All material handling should result from a deliberate plan where the proposed methods' needs, performance objectives, and functional specifications are completely defined at the outset. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the Standardization Principle in materials handling.

Material handling methods, equipment, controls, and software should be standardized within the limits of achieving overall performance objectives and without sacrificing needed flexibility, modularity, and throughput. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Work Principle in material handling focused on?

Material handling work should be minimized without sacrificing productivity or the level of service required of the operation. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the Ergonomic Principle in material handling.

Human capabilities and limitations must be recognized and respected in material handling tasks and equipment design to ensure safe and effective operations. Signup and view all the answers

What are the key goals of minimizing accidents, reducing costs, and improving customer service in materials handling?

The key goals are to improve safety, cost-effectiveness, and customer satisfaction in materials handling processes. Signup and view all the answers

How can material handling equipment design contribute to the efficiency and salability of plant and equipment?

By incorporating integral material handling features, plant and equipment efficiency and salability can be increased. Signup and view all the answers

What are some characteristics of materials that affect handling?

Size, weight, shape, and other properties like slipperiness or explosiveness. Signup and view all the answers

How do individual units and containerized items impact the type of material handling equipment needed?

They lead to discrete material flow, requiring unit loads and unit handling equipment. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the safety aspect in the design of a material handling system?

The system design should be simple and safe to operate to ensure the safety of workers. Signup and view all the answers

What is a unit load in the context of material handling?

A unit load is a single unit or multiple units arranged to be handled as a single unit while maintaining integrity. Signup and view all the answers

How can method study be beneficial in material handling systems?

Method study can help avoid wasteful movements in material handling processes. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to select equipment judiciously and train workmen in material handling systems?

Proper equipment selection and worker training ensure coordination and efficiency in material handling operations. Signup and view all the answers

What are the disadvantages of unit loads?

Time spent forming and breaking down the unit load, Cost of containers/pallets and other load restraining materials, Empty containers/pallets may need to be returned to their point of origin Signup and view all the answers

Name some basic ways of restraining a unit load.

Self-restraining, Platforms, Sheets, Reusable containers, Disposable containers, Racks, Load stabilization Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of unit load design?

Unit loads can be used for in-process handling and distribution (receiving, storing, and shipping). Signup and view all the answers

How does using unit loads reduce handling costs?

By handling more items at the same time, reducing the number of trips required. Signup and view all the answers

What are the three main factors to consider when selecting unit load size for in-process handling?

Type, size, weight, and configuration of the load Signup and view all the answers

Give examples of load stabilization methods.

Strapping, shrink-wrapping, stretch-wrapping, glue, tape, wire, rubber bands Signup and view all the answers

In what situations can large production batches be split into smaller transfer batches for handling purposes?

When each transfer batch contains one or more-unit loads Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of reusable containers for unit loads?

Tote pans, pallet boxes, skid boxes, bins, baskets, bulk containers, intermodal containers Signup and view all the answers

What principle dictates the size of a unit load when parts are transferred between adjacent operations?

Unit Load Principle Signup and view all the answers

What are some limiting factors for the practical size of a unit load according to the text?

Equipment, aisle space, and safety considerations Signup and view all the answers

How can MHS alternatives be determined?

By selecting appropriate MH equipment that satisfies the material flow requirements Signup and view all the answers

What are some key considerations when selecting material handling equipment?

Material flow requirements for one or more moves Signup and view all the answers