Alternative Design and Development of Material Handling Platform

Authors

  • Sirawich Chanchiewvichai Thammasat University
  • Suchada Rianmora Thammasat University
  • Somrote Komolavanij Panyapiwat Institute of Management

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.4186/ej.2025.29.6.79

Keywords:

product design and development, user-centric design, P-Sling, finite element analysis, material handling

Abstract

In a world where efficiency and sustainability in logistics are increasingly significant, innovative load-carrying solutions are essential. This study investigates the mechanical performance of a conventional plastic pallet compared to a newly proposed P-Sling design using Finite Element Analysis (FEA). FEA serves as a powerful tool to simulate real-world conditions, enabling accurate predictions of stress, deformation, and structural reliability. Initial results show that the original P-Sling design exhibits higher displacement and stress, which aligns with its intended flexibility for dynamic use. In contrast, the plastic pallet, designed as a rigid structure, displays only minor bending but may be prone to failure under prolonged stress. To further enhance the P-Sling’s performance, its base thickness is increased from 1 mm to 10 mm, significantly reducing stress and deformation while maintaining its flexible nature. Although the plastic pallet maintains greater rigidity, the improved P-Sling presents a promising and adaptable alternative, particularly in environments that require both flexibility and strength under dynamic loads. This study addresses an important gap by applying Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to the P-Sling design, offering new insights into optimizing the performance of flexible load-bearing structures in changing conditions.

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Author Biographies

Sirawich Chanchiewvichai

School of Manufacturing Systems and Mechanical Engineering, Sirindhorn International Institute of Technology, Thammasat University, Pathumthani, 12120, Thailand

Suchada Rianmora

School of Manufacturing Systems and Mechanical Engineering, Sirindhorn International Institute of Technology, Thammasat University, Pathumthani, 12120, Thailand

Somrote Komolavanij

Panyapiwat Institute of Management, Pakkred, Nonthaburi, Thailand

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Published In
Vol 29 No 6, Jun 30, 2025
How to Cite
[1]
S. Chanchiewvichai, S. Rianmora, and S. Komolavanij, “Alternative Design and Development of Material Handling Platform”, Eng. J., vol. 29, no. 6, pp. 79-94, Jun. 2025.