The Movement and Storage of Pipe and Shapes

Movement and storage of pipe and shapes is investigated. The investigators draw on data gathered from shipyards, material distributors and manufacturers to explain the problem and to develop viable solutions. Applicable literature on material handling in general, and pipe and shape handling in parti...

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Main Authors: Horsmon, Jr , Albert W, Bunch, Howard M
Format: Report
Language:English
Subjects:
CASE STUDIES
Marine Engineering
MATERIALS HANDLING
NSRP(NATIONAL SHIPBUILDING RESEARCH PROGRAM)
PIPE HANDLING
PIPE STORAGE
PIPES
Pumps, Filters, Pipes, Tubing, Fittings & Vlvs
SHAPE
SHAPE HANDLING
SHAPE STORAGE
SHIP STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS
SHIPBUILDING
SHIPYARDS
STORAGE
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Summary:Movement and storage of pipe and shapes is investigated. The investigators draw on data gathered from shipyards, material distributors and manufacturers to explain the problem and to develop viable solutions. Applicable literature on material handling in general, and pipe and shape handling in particular, is reviewed. General principles of material handling are analyzed for application to the subject materials. A system is described for classifying pipe and shapes into unit loads and the attributes of various moving and storing devices are described. Finally, a methodology is presented for analyzing a material handling system and choosing the best alternatives. A case study is used to explain the model. Sponsored in part by the U.S. Department of Transportation, the Maritime Administration, and the U.S. Navy, in collaboration with the National Steel and Shipbuilding Company, San Diego, CA.