There are many types of handling equipment used by companies to move goods
Let's take a look at the different types of equipment you might encounter in a warehouse.
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What is handling?
Handling refers to the mechanical movement of goods in its entirety. Handling is made possible by a wide range of equipment that facilitates the transport of parts, while guaranteeing greater safety than manual action.
Lifting and handling equipment
Equipment and accessories used to lift parts are defined as lifting and handling equipment. Equipment refers to the machines used to lift a part, while accessories are placed between the machine and the parts. These depend on the type of equipment used, and ensure the safety of handlers.
What are the advantages of a handling device?
Handling equipment is used to move heavy loads, helping handlers in their work. In fact, it helps stop the onset of occupational illnesses linked to the daily manual handling of imposing objects.
Musculoskeletal disorders ( MSDs) affect people who do physical work. As a result of carrying heavy materials, material handlers risk developing numerous aches and pains in the areas of the body most affected by the weight of the loads: back, arms, legs, neck...
What loads can be transported by handling equipment?
Material handling equipment can be used to transport many types of heavy loads, such as pallets, cartons and other goods of all kinds. They are used for :
- Lift objects,
- Retrieve high objects,
- Lift and transport objects from point A to point B.
The different types of handling equipment
Material handling equipment is highly varied. Each piece of equipment is capable of meeting the specific needs of a warehouse, whatever its size. Each piece of equipment can be electric or mechanical, and all are capable of lifting several tons a day.
- The dollies has a small platform for lifting equipment weighing up to 60 kg. It is particularly easy to handle.
- The material handling trolley can lift 1200 kg. It is available in several models with a variety of accessories, such as tray carts, shelf carts and forklift trucks.
- Pallet truck are mainly used for transporting pallets. It has forks that slide into the pallets for safe lifting.
- The stacker is ideal for moving materials thanks to its forks.
- The industrial trailer has a sturdy Platform capable of carrying 8 tonnes.
- The Waste container is a crate for collecting waste. A tilting type of Waste container is available for easy waste removal.
Who can use handling equipment?
Material handling equipment is widely used in warehouses, and in many logistics sectors. Material handlers need to have a thorough knowledge of their equipment and how to maintain it, to ensure maximum safety in use.
For this reason, it is compulsory to have a diploma for certain handling equipment: the CACES. There are six levels of CACES, enabling you to operate different types of equipment. The validity of this diploma varies according to each level. Each course lasts just a few hours, divided between theoretical and practical instruction.
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