Noun
act of loading and unloading and moving goods within e.g. a factory especially using mechanical devices
Source: WordNetCompanies include Jones & Shipman (machine tools and control systems), Richards Engineering (foundry equipment), Transmon Engineering (materials handling equipment) and Trelleborg (suspension components for rail, marine, and industrial applications). Source: Internet
Standard equipment includes a 27,240 kg capacity two-speed recovery winch, a rear-mounted 11,340 kg capacity vehicle retrieval system, and a 6,350 kg at 2.74 m capacity Grove materials handling crane. Source: Internet
Savage specializes in rail, truck and marine transportation, logistics, materials handling, and other industrial and environmental services. Source: Internet
Shipments are sent from seven Boeing distribution centers worldwide, including the Seattle main distribution facility, which is equipped with the latest in materials handling technology. Source: Internet