Logistics Glossary

Terms

Cross-docking

Coordinated transfer of cargo between containers, transport vehicles or approved handling stages with limited intermediate storage. Harmis Global supports cross-docking based on confirmed requirements.

Stuffing

Loading cargo into a container in an organised sequence. Stuffing support depends on cargo details, access, equipment and labour confirmed for the enquiry.

Unstuffing

Removing cargo from a container. Unstuffing support is planned around packaging, weight, working space and confirmed handling needs.

Haulage

Movement of cargo or containers by road transport based on a confirmed requirement. Haulage support remains subject to availability.

Container yard

Space used for placing or staging containers. Container yard rental support may be discussed where suitable space can be confirmed.

Material yard

Space used for materials related to handling or staging activities. Material yard rental support is confirmed per enquiry and subject to availability.

Pallet

A platform used to unitise cargo for handling and movement. Wooden pallet sales and supply may be discussed as a verified related service.

Crane

Lifting equipment used for approved lifting tasks. Crane rental support may be arranged subject to availability and confirmed operational requirements.

Forklift

Equipment used to lift and move palletised or suitable loads during material handling. Forklift rental support is confirmed per enquiry.

Rigger

A trained worker who supports lifting and load-securing tasks during approved handling operations. Trained rigger supply may be arranged subject to availability.

Gross weight

The total weight of cargo plus packaging and, where relevant, the container. Gross weight details help review handling and equipment needs.

Tare weight

The empty weight of a container or vehicle without cargo. Tare weight helps calculate payload when planning container-related work.

Payload

The usable cargo weight that can be carried after accounting for tare weight and applicable limits. Accurate payload information supports safer planning.

Working radius

The horizontal distance from a crane’s centre to the load position. Working radius is an important technical detail for crane rental enquiries.

Lift height

The vertical height required to raise a load during a lifting task. Lift height helps assess whether requested equipment support can be confirmed.

Site access

The practical ability for people, vehicles or equipment to enter and work at a location. Access constraints affect what handling support can be confirmed.

Container rental

Arranging a container for temporary use based on confirmed type, size and availability. Owned inventory is not assumed.

Cargo handling

Physical movement, loading, unloading or transfer of cargo during approved operational stages. Harmis Global supports cargo handling within confirmed service scope.