Warehouse Distribution and Operations Handbook (MECHANICAL ENGINEERING) - Hardcover

Mulcahy, David E.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0070440026 ISBN 13: 9780070440029

Publisher: McGraw-Hill, 1993

Synopsis

A hands-on, practical approach to warehouse distribution and operations for engineers. Table of Contents: Distribution Objectives; Logistics and Strategic Considerations; Routing Patterns; Carton Handling; Vertical and Horizontal Transportation Systems; Inventory Control; Site Selection; Private, Public and Contract Warehousing; Facility Layout and Product Flow Patterns; Truck/Rail Receiving and Shipping; Order Pickers; Small Item Warehouse Distribution; Stackables and Unstackables; Automated Systems. Index. 250 illustrations.

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Synopsis:

The "Handbook" provides a step-by-step approach to reducing operating costs, enhancing inventory control, increasing profits, improving customer satisfaction, and controlling assets. In addition, the book fully examines and evaluates the array of practices, methods, equipment applications, and current technology that contribute to the effective operation of any type of warehouse - including industrial, mail order, and retail facilities. Whether remodeling an existing facility or building a new one, readers of "Warehouse Distribution and Operations Handbook" will explore a broad range of topics, including: logistical and strategic considerations affecting operating costs and customer service; layout and product flow options that affect productivity and handling costs; estimating costs, writing specifications, reviewing bids, and administering contracts; loss prevention, maintenance, and sanitation functions; employee standards, productivity programs, and annual expense budgets.

In addition, the "Handbook" provides comprehensive information on carton handling, vertical and horizontal materials-handling systems, inventory control, site selection, private, public, and contract warehousing, receiving and shipping, stackables and unstackables, automated systems, and more.

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About this edition

• Publisher: McGraw-Hill
• Publication date: 1993
• ISBN 10: 0070440026
• ISBN 13: 9780070440029
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 684