What are the guidelines for designing material handling systems?

Designing Handling Systems

The following guidelines should be considered while designing the material handling systems.

1. Equipment for handling and storage should be standardized as possible.
2. When in motion, the system should be designed to provide maximum continuous product flow.
3. Investment should be in handling rather than stationary equipment
4. Handling equipment should be utilized to the maximum extent possible.
5. Wherever practical, gravity flow should be incorporated in system design.