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Enhancing Efficiency of Material Handling Equipment in Industrial Engineering Sectors
Subject area: Science,Engineering and Technology · Area of research: Industrial Engineering
Abstract
Material handling equipment (MHE) is critical in industrial engineering sectors, coordinating the smooth movement, storage, management, and protection of commodities throughout manufacturing and distribution activities. Its efficiency is critical, influencing productivity, cost management, and workplace safety. This research digs into a thorough examination of strategies and technology aimed at improving MHE efficiency in industrial settings. The study seeks to provide a detailed understanding of the multiple ways used in optimizing material handling equipment, encompassing both traditional methodologies and novel improvements. Efficiency enhancement options cover a wide range of methodologies, from classic to cutting-edge solutions. Automation and robots have emerged as key players, transforming material handling operations through their speed, precision, and dependability. The integration of IoT (Internet of Things) with data analytics enables real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance, resulting in optimal performance and minimal downtime. Ergonomic design principles not only promote smoother human-machine interactions, but they also reduce worker tiredness and injury hazards, improving operational efficiency and safety standards. Furthermore, using lean concepts and continuous improvement approaches simplifies material handling operations, resulting in waste reduction and process optimization. This study uses incisive case studies to shed light on successful implementations of efficiency enhancement measures, emphasizing the variables that contribute to their efficacy. Looking ahead, future trends and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and advanced robots have the potential to further transform material handling efficiency, highlighting the dynamic character of this vital area of industrial engineering. Addressing problems and embracing opportunities, this study emphasizes the importance of constantly evolving procedures to suit the changing demands of industrial material handling.
Keywords
Material Handling Equipment, Efficiency Enhancement, Industrial Engineering, Automation, Robotics
How to cite this paper
@article{1705863,
author = {Mahboob Al Bashar, Md Abu Taher, Dilara Ashrafi},
title = {Enhancing Efficiency of Material Handling Equipment in Industrial Engineering Sectors},
journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
year = {2024},
volume = {7},
number = {11},
pages = {595-604},
issn = {2456-8880},
url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1705863.pdf},
abstract = {Material handling equipment (MHE) is critical in industrial engineering sectors, coordinating the smooth movement, storage, management, and protection of commodities throughout manufacturing and distribution activities. Its efficiency is critical, influencing productivity, cost management, and workplace safety. This research digs into a thorough examination of strategies and technology aimed at improving MHE efficiency in industrial settings. The study seeks to provide a detailed understanding of the multiple ways used in optimizing material handling equipment, encompassing both traditional methodologies and novel improvements. Efficiency enhancement options cover a wide range of methodologies, from classic to cutting-edge solutions. Automation and robots have emerged as key players, transforming material handling operations through their speed, precision, and dependability. The integration of IoT (Internet of Things) with data analytics enables real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance, resulting in optimal performance and minimal downtime. Ergonomic design principles not only promote smoother human-machine interactions, but they also reduce worker tiredness and injury hazards, improving operational efficiency and safety standards. Furthermore, using lean concepts and continuous improvement approaches simplifies material handling operations, resulting in waste reduction and process optimization. This study uses incisive case studies to shed light on successful implementations of efficiency enhancement measures, emphasizing the variables that contribute to their efficacy. Looking ahead, future trends and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and advanced robots have the potential to further transform material handling efficiency, highlighting the dynamic character of this vital area of industrial engineering. Addressing problems and embracing opportunities, this study emphasizes the importance of constantly evolving procedures to suit the changing demands of industrial material handling.},
keywords = {Material Handling Equipment, Efficiency Enhancement, Industrial Engineering, Automation, Robotics},
month = {May},
}