Chapter 3 Questions

What are the criteria to classify bulk cargo?

How can general cargo be divided up?

What is a small load carrier?

How can loading aids with bottom clearance be classified?

What are loading frames? What are platforms?

Which containers match Euro-Pallet measurements?

What does packaging consist of?

What functions are fulfilled by packaging, and by packaging regulations?

How can transport, sales and repackaging be defined?

Explain the difference between the tipping system and the exchange system.

What means of transport are used for roll-off containers and skip trailers?

What are the advantages of creating a load unit, and what are the disadvantages?

What is palletizing, packaging pattern and stacking pattern?

Sketch out the method of load creation.

What different types of palletizing machines are there?

What are the different load securing measures for pallets?

What are the advantages and disadvantages of shrinking and painting?

What planning data is required for determining transport aids for the internal material flow?

What is an open multi-use packaging system?

What are the advantages of computer-aided stowage space optimization?

What is container management and what goals are pursued by its use?

What mass forces impact on a load during different driving actions?