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Available Inventory

Available inventory is the amount of shippable product in the warehouse; does not include product designated as damaged, on hold, or pending shipment.

Automatic Material Handling

Automatic material handling is a system of technologies and processes that automate the movement, storage, and control of materials in a manufacturing or distribution environment. The aim of automatic material handling is to increase efficiency, accuracy, and safety in the handling and movement of goods, while reducing the need for manual labor. This can be achieved using automated conveyor systems, robots, cranes, hoists, and other material handling equipment.

Automatic Conveyor System

An automatic conveyor system is a material handling system that uses automated technology to transport goods or products from one place to another. The system typically consists of conveyor belts, rollers, motors, drives, and control systems that work together to move items along a defined path.

Assembly Area

Assembly area is the location in the warehouse where products and loads are collected and combined.

Apron

Apron is the area outside the dock door which is used by delivery vehicles to park or position for loading and unloading. It is specifically designed to a depth that will allow trailer floors to fit with the warehouse floor in a way that facilitates loading and unloading.

Application Programming Interface (API)

Application Programming Interface is a set of protocols, routines, and tools for building software and applications. It defines the way in which two or more systems or applications can interact with each other, allowing one system to request and receive data or services from another system. An API provides a standard way for different software components to communicate, allowing them to work together seamlessly.