Environmentally Conscious Materials Handling

This volume of the Wiley Series in Environmentally Conscious Engineering helps you understand and implement methods for reducing the environmental impact of handling materials in manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution systems, as well as dealing with wastes and hazardous materials. Chapters have been written by experts who, based on hands-on experience, offer detailed coverage of relevant practical and analytic techniques to ensure reliable materials handling. The book presents practical guidelines for mechanical, industrial, plant, and environmental engineers, as well as plant, warehouse, and distribution managers, and officials responsible for transporting and disposing of wastes and dangerous materials.