Professional Societies
The Material Handling Institute is the home of professional societies and associations for practitioners, consultants and end users in the field of materials handling and management. These organizations exist to support the career development needs of the materials handling professional; to promote the dissemination of knowledge concerning the field of materials handling; and to provide innovative, quality educational programs and forums for their members. Networking, publications and conferences are just a few of the benefits of membership in a professional society. For more information on a specific organization, click on the name of the organization as it appears below or in the navigation bar in the left-hand margin.
Materials Handling & Management Society
The Materials Handling & Management Society (MHMS) is an independent professional society which was formed over 40 years ago. Established to serve professionals in the field of materials handling, MHMS is dedicated to disseminating information, exchanging ideas and providing educational experiences for its members. The Society provides opportunities for continuing education and provides a wealth of resources designed to enhance professional development, including an internationally recognized certification program.
Association of Professional Material Handling Consultants
The Association of Professional Material Handling Consultants (APMHC) is an independent organization composed of individual consultants. APMHC was organized in 1959 by several industry leaders who saw the need for more reliable, capable, and professional services in the material handling consulting field. The association promotes and coordinates the exchange of information and ideas among members. It encourages the improvement of analysis and the development of standards of performance; and aids and assists other groups in promoting materials handling, generally, and the consulting profession, specifically.
