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Microfulfillment

Microfulfillment is the compact and automated system for fulfilling small and individualized orders of goods, such as groceries or e-commerce products, directly from a small local distribution center located close to the end customer. The microfulfillment center utilizes technology, such as conveyor belts, robots, and automated storage and retrieval systems, to pick, pack, and deliver orders to customers quickly and accurately. This approach to fulfillment aims to address the challenges of last-mile delivery and provide faster, more efficient, and cost-effective delivery services for customers.

Material Handling

Material handling is the services and processes the warehouse must utilize to move, store, and otherwise handle materials.

Master Pack

A master pack is a carton containing a specific number of product or multiple case quantities.

Master Carton

A master carton is a large carton that is used to hold and protect smaller cartons or packages of product. Utilization reduces handling – one larger piece instead of multiple small pieces.

Man-Up

Man-up is a lift truck that raises the operator as well as the load. Turret trucks and order selectors are two types of man-up lift trucks.

Manifest

A manifest is a document that lists and details the cargo, goods, or passengers being transported on a ship, plane, truck, or other mode of transportation. It typically includes information such as the type and quantity of items being transported, the origin and destination of the shipment, and the names of individuals or companies involved in the transportation. It serves as a record of the shipment for customs, security, and other regulatory purposes.