Material Handling

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Adjustable Ramp

A loading platform that is power operated or mechanically operated.




Apron conveyor

A conveyor for transporting packages or bulk materials consisting of a series of metal or wood slats( also rubber, cotton,etc) attached to an endless chain.also called Slat conveyor.




Arresting gear

Means of sustaining the load which do not interference with the hoisting gear but prevent it from coming down due to gravity.

Automatic grab

A crane grab in which the graspinhgand releasing of the load are affected without manual assistance.

Balanaced Luffing

Luffing mechanism in which the moment due to the weight of the jib is at balancen with the moment produced by the counterweight.

Barges and Lighters

Shallow draft, box like vessels used for cargo transport in protected water such as bays,rivers and canals.


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