Types of material handling devices
1.Trucks :
i) Power lift :
a. Fork lift
b. elevating platform
ii) Hand Lift.
iii) Porters trolley.
2.Tractors and trailers
3. Hoist and cranes:
i) Hoist
a. Chain hoist.
b. Electric hoist.
ii) Crane –
a. Over bridge crane
b. Jib crane.
4.Conveyers :
a. Belt conveyer.
b. Roller conveyer.
c. Chain Conveyer.
d. Screw conveyer.
5.Automated guided vehicle
Belt Conveyer:
1. Belt conveyers are particularly suitable for package handling because of their smooth, noiseless operation.
2. It can be used for handling of materials in horizontal or inclined direction.
3. Belt conveyer consists of an endless belt, idler roller, structure, a head pulley, a tail pulley and suitable drive.
4. The width of belt ranges from 8 cm to 100 cm. and material of belt can be rubber, plastic, leather, sometimes flat steel bands can also be used.
5. Speed of belt normally ranges from 1 m/s to 70 m/s.