Material Handling

Material handling, often called material movement, is the movement of materials and goods from one location to another. It includes protecting, storing, and controlling the materials, from manufacturing to distribution. Material handling can be used across industries, but is typically utilized in warehousing, where goods need to be stored, retrieved, and shipped securely. Material handling equipment utilizes manual, semi-automatic, and automated equipment to assist the movement and storage of materials within the warehouse. Material handling equipment is divided into four main categories: storage and handling, bulk material, industrial trucks and engineered systems.