Material handling has been a crucial process used in a broad range of industries for centuries—consumer goods, military and defense, vehicle manufacturing, shipyard, reel and roll handling, spacecraft and aircraft manufacturing, and so on.
The perceptions of most people revolve around racking and conveying when it comes to material handling. However, the scope has evolved to include a tremendous array of technologies that help improve throughput by reducing bottlenecks in operations.
Material handling systems such as the ones available at Hovair Systems provide the opportunity for improved speed, storage, and overall safety and productivity. The once laborious and time-consuming tasks can now be conducted ergonomically and swiftly with top-notch material handling equipment.
Here are some other ways technologies have significantly boosted the material handling industry.
Radio Frequency Identification (RIFD)
The expanded broadcast range and relatively robust chips have allowed the RIFD technology to become more widespread. When an item enters a warehouse, the small chip emits the arrival information as soon as it reaches a particular point.
The computerized inventory system notes the arrival before signaling the automated guided vehicle system about where the item needs to be placed. It eliminates the need for manual entry or human intervention.
The product journeys can be optimized with the computer automatically identifying the shortest way to store products in higher demand than others, enhancing efficiency significantly.
Voice Recognition and Audio-Based Systems
Communication is vital for warehouse success. Technology has paved the way for easier and more efficient communication. For example, radio sets have made verbal communication simple. Moreover, voice recognition allows automated inventory systems to control inventory through radio communications. The increasingly efficient technology is evolving to solve problems and prevent mistakes.
Pneumatic Material Handling Equipment
Pneumatic Material Handling EquipmentSay goodbye to electric systems that require an additional power source and pose risks of malfunctioning, electrocution, and downtime. Pneumatic tools utilize renewable compressed air to lift and move heavy loads omnidirectionally without needing manual effort.
A thin air film is created between the floor and the object to reduce friction, floor damage, or injuries. The low frictional force enables moving loads with as low as 2 lbs. of pushing force for every 1000 lbs. of load.
Ergonomic material handling systems by Hovair are proven to keep operators, workers, and objects safe. They automatically shut down when the loads exceed the limit. The load-leveling airbags also help prevent falls, damage, and accidents.
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Our solutions are flexible, versatile, easy to assemble, and perfect for repetitive movements that often result in musculoskeletal disorders. They offer a versatile, reliable, and cost-effective way to move heavy loads with varying widths, heights, weights, and lengths.
Speak to our qualified experts to discuss your challenges and goals to determine the best moving systems for heavy loads.