UNIT 10: SYSTEM MATERIAL HANDLING & STORAGE

Which of the following is a common type of automated guided vehicle (AGV) used in warehouses?

• Forklift

• Conveyor belt

• Trolley

• Pallet jack

What is the primary function of a pallet racking system?

• Sorting small parts

• Storing loose items

• Stacking palletized goods

• Transporting goods

Which type of conveyor system is best suited for transporting heavy or irregularly shaped items?

• Belt conveyor

• Roller conveyor

• Screw conveyor

• Pneumatic conveyor

Vertical lift modules (VLMs) are designed to:

• Store long and bulky items

• Automate loading docks

• Optimize storage space for small items

• Provide mobile shelving units

Cross-docking is a strategy used to:

• Minimize shipping costs

• Maximize storage capacity

• Reduce inventory turnover

• Streamline distribution operations

Goods-to-person systems are designed to:

• Maximize warehouse space

• Minimize labor costs

• Enhance inventory visibility

• Reduce transportation time

Cantilever racks are primarily used for storing:

• Palletized goods

• Small parts and components

• Long and bulky items

• Hazardous materials

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology is used in warehouses primarily for:

• Automating conveyor systems

• Managing inventory accuracy

• Optimizing forklift usage

• Controlling temperature zones

Bulk storage bins are typically used for storing:

• Small electronic components

• Heavy machinery parts

• Loose materials in large quantities

• Temperature-sensitive goods

Automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS) are beneficial for warehouses because they:

• Require minimal initial investment

• Maximize vertical space utilization

• Are easy to integrate with manual processes

• Offer flexibility for irregular-shaped items