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What is material handling and what does it encompass?
Material handling is the movement, protection, storage, and control of materials and products throughout manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, consumption, and disposal. It encompasses a wide range of manual, semi-automated, and automated equipment and systems that support logistics and make the supply chain work.
What are the criteria for selecting materials handling equipment?
The criteria for selecting materials handling equipment include the type and nature of the material being handled, the distance and route involved, the required capacity and speed, the method of storage and retrieval, and the environmental and safety considerations.
What are the applications of material handling in the supply chain?
The applications of material handling in the supply chain include forecasting, resource allocation, production planning, flow and process management, inventory management and control, customer delivery, and after-sales support and service.
What are the types of maintenance related to materials handling equipment?
The types of maintenance related to materials handling equipment include breakdown maintenance, preventive maintenance, and routine maintenance.
What is the purpose of methods study in material handling?
The purpose of methods study in material handling is to analyze and improve the methods, time, and motion involved in handling materials, leading to increased efficiency and productivity.
How many main doors are there on the Airbus A320 and how many on the Airbus A321?
There are four main doors on the Airbus A320 and 6 doors on the Airbus A321.
What are the general purposes of the port side doors and the starboard side doors on the Airbus A320?
The port side doors are used for boarding and disembarkation, while the starboard side doors are used for servicing purposes.
What features are included in the Airbus A320 main doors?
Control handle, door assist handles, door frame assist handles, observation window, slide pack, and door arming/disarming lever.
What is the purpose of the observation window on the Airbus A320 main door?
The observation window is used to check the external condition before opening the door.
What is housed in the slide pack of the Airbus A320 main door, and when does it deploy?
The slide pack contains an evacuation device (escape slide and slide raft) and deploys when the door is opened in the armed mode.
Study Notes
Materials Handling
- Materials handling is the movement, protection, storage, and control of materials and products throughout manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, consumption, and disposal.
- It incorporates a wide range of manual, semiautomated, and automated equipment and systems that support logistics and make the supply chain work.
- Application of materials handling helps with:
- Forecasting
- Resource allocation
- Production planning
- Flow and process management
- Inventory management and control
- Customer delivery
- After-sales support and service
Airbus A320 Main Door and its Features
- There are four main doors on the Airbus A320 and six doors on the Airbus A321.
- All doors are identical in size, features, and operation.
- The port side doors are used for boarding and disembarkation, while the starboard side doors are used for servicing purposes.
- Features of the main door:
- Control handle to open and close the door
- Door assist handles on the door to help in opening
- Door frame assist handles on the frame of the door to enhance safety while operating
- Observation window to check external conditions before opening the door
- Slide pack on the lower portion of the door contains an evacuation device (escape slide and slide raft) which deploys when the door is opened in the armed mode
- Door arming/disarming lever to arm or disarm the door
Test your knowledge of production and logistics management with this quiz covering topics such as materials handling, equipment selection, maintenance, methods study, time study, motion study, and work measurement. Ideal for students studying BBA (AHTM) or anyone interested in the field.
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