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mechanical handling

[/məˈkænɪkəl ˈhændlɪŋ/]
noun
movimentação mecânica
1. The use of machines or mechanical equipment to move, lift, or transport materials or goods
Mechanical handling equipment reduces workplace injuries and increases efficiency.
O equipamento de movimentação mecânica reduz lesões no local de trabalho e aumenta a eficiência.
2. Industrial processes involving the use of machinery for material handling operations
The warehouse uses mechanical handling systems for loading and unloading containers.
O armazém utiliza sistemas de movimentação mecânica para carregar e descarregar contêineres.
Synonyms
material handlingmechanical material handlingautomated handlingequipment handling
Antonyms
manual handlinghand loading

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
movimentação mecânica
Most common term in Brazilian Portuguese, widely used in industrial contexts
São Paulo
manuseio mecânico
Alternative term used in industrial sectors
Portugal
movimentação mecânica
Standard term in European Portuguese, particularly in logistics and manufacturing
General
manipulação mecânica
Less common but used in some technical contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

mechanical advantage
material handling equipment
lifting and handling
safe handling practices
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