Glossary

A layout that utilizes a narrow aisle forklift which operates in aisles smaller than normal counterbalanced trucks and increases cube utilization.

Storage device where housing contains drawers of varying heights to store small parts.  Interior of drawers can be configured in numerous layouts by adjusting partitions and dividers.  Modular drawer cabinets provide very dense, secured storage of small items and are

Mounted into shelving to accommodate small parts storage within a bay of shelving.  Interior of drawers can be configured in numerous layouts by adjusting partitions and dividers.

Any type of material handling equipment that is designed to move material inside or outside of a facility.  Mobile equipment can be forklifts, personnel and burden carriers or AGV’s.

Shelving system attached to mobile cart to allow greater cube utilization.  Generally there is only one aisle and carts with shelving move to allow access to shelving needed.

A power conveyor where product is accumulated and the conveyable surface does not stop driving the product.  Although pressure is still present, it is kept to a minimum.  As more and more product accumulates, more pressure is built up.

A type of AS/RS designed to handle less than pallet loads such as totes or containers.  Loads are usually less than 750#.

A free-standing structure within a building designed to increase floor space by creating a second level.  Generally custom designed for a specific facility.  Also known as wide span mezzanines.

Independent organization created to provide continuing education to material handling professionals.

The storage, movement and security of products throughout the entire operational process.  The objective is to lower all costs involved while also increasing efficiency, productivity and safety.  Supply Chain and Logistics are often used interchangeably although they are not the