Plant Layout and Materials Handling-------khanna

Section —I : PLANT LAYOUT • Introduction • Factors Influencing Plant Layout • Plant Layout-Techniques and Models

Section—II : MATERIAL HANDLING • Introduction • Selection of Materials Handling Equipment • Cost Criteria for Equipment Decisions • Automation of Materials Handling

Section—III : HOISTING EQUIPMENT • Hoisting Machinery • Cranes • Elevating Equipment

Section—IV : CONVEYING EQUIPMENT • Traction Type Conveyors • Tractionless Type Conveyors

Section—V: SURFACE TRANSPORTATION EQUIPMENT • Trackless Equipment • Narrow Gauge Equipment • Cross Handling Equipment

Section —VI : OVERHEAD TRANSPORTATION EQUIPMENT • Overhead Trolley Conveyors • Cableways • Aerial Tramways