DOCK SHELTER
What is Dock Shelter?
Dock shelters are structures that create a barrier around the doorway where a dock is typically used for loading and unloading goods. They help protect the area by enclosing and sealing the edges of trailers. These shelters are made from materials that are resistant to brushing, which helps them last longer and resist damage. There are many advantages to using dock shelters, as they can be adjusted to fit different heights and styles. They also help in insulating the doorway and protecting both the building and the loading truck from damage. The main function of dock shelters is to ensure a strong seal between the building and the vehicles. This seal helps in keeping the goods safe from outside elements and contaminants by maintaining a secure environment between the inside and outside areas.
Why Shelters and Seals Are Important for Your Facility?
If your warehouse or distribution center involves regular loading and unloading activities, dock sealers and shelters play a vital role in preserving product quality, maintaining indoor air quality, and ensuring safety.
They offer the following benefits:
- They help reduce temperature loss during the loading process.
- They keep out dust, insects, and other outside pollutants.
- They provide protection against impacts and ensure the structural safety of the facility.
- They improve the comfort of employees and overall working conditions.
- They help use energy more efficiently, which leads to cost savings over time.
- They make the loading process more efficient and help reduce the time it takes to complete loading and unloading tasks.
Types of Dock Shelters
MECHANICAL DOCK SHELTER PMV
Different sizes of loading/unloading openings of warehouses and the docked vehicles result in gaps that need to be effectively sealed. Dock shelters protect your goods against the adverse effects of wind and rain. An integrated rain channel allows lateral drainage of the rain water. Energy efficiency is one of the positive side effects that can be reached thanks to this type of dock shelter. It is delivered pre-mounted in three parts and can easily be installed at the façade. This particular design guarantees considerable cost and time efficiency.
ALCOVE-MOUNTED DOCK SHELTER PMN
The PMN alcove-mounted dock shelter is installed directly in the recess of the building so as not to disturb the continuity of the façade and improve the overall appearance. This type of dock shelter is made of aluminium sections mounted to both sides and to the top edge of the recess. The shelter can be set in concrete, steel or installed using a special fixing system. The high-durability, 3 mm thick curtains are made of 2-layer, PVC-coated fabrics. Warning stripes on the front section of the dock shelter facilitate the vehicle dock-in procedure. This type of dock shelters is delivered in three pre-mounted parts and can easily be installed at the façade. This particular design guarantees considerable cost and time efficiency.
MECHANICAL DOCK SHELTER WITH SIDE CUSHIONS (PMSK)
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The mechanical dock shelter PMSK is a new product of PROMStahl’s wide product range. It mainly consists of an height-adaptable roof part and two side parts. These side parts are made of a special foam material. If a vehicle does not dock in perfectly, these foam side parts are compressed and then move to the sides. Therefore, the dock shelter is not damaged even if the truck does not reverse centrically. Thanks to the special design of the height-adaptable roof part, damage is avoided even for very high trucks like jumbo vehicles or demountable containers. If the vehicle is lifted, the roof automatically follows this upward movement. The roof returns to its original position after the vehicle has left the docking station.
INFLATABLE DOCK SHELTER PWI
The PWI inflatable dock shelter combines optimal sealing characteristics with a wide range of applications. Inflatable side and top cushions seal the loading opening providing almost airtight connection. That’s why these dock shelters are ideal for cold stores and air-conditioned warehouses. Summer heat, winter cold, draught, dust and insects are kept out of the warehousing facility. This type of dock shelter is delivered in three pre-mounted parts and can thus easily be installed at the façade. This particular design guarantees considerable cost and time efficiency.
MECHANICAL CUSHION SEAL DOCK SHELTER PMK
The PROMStahl PMK dock seal is designed for loading and unloading truck fleets consisting of vehicles almost identical in width and height. It guarantees perfect protection from draught, rain and wind and thus prevents energy losses.
The dock seal is equipped with a horizontal cushion and two vertical cushions consisting of foam material completely covered by a PVC-coated high-resistance Trevira fabric. The dimensions of the dock seals are defined depending on the individual characteristics of your loading bay and the vehicle types to be loaded/unloaded i.e. your PROMStahl dock seal is always tailor-made.
The PMK dock shelter is pre-mounted and consists of just three parts; therefore, it can be mounted to the façade very fast and easily. Considerable savings regarding time and money are the decisive advantages of this design.
Specific Key Features:
- Weather Protection
- Energy Savings
- Separation Aid
- Transparent Design
- Water Evaporation
- Air Control
- Rain Gutter
- Mounting Hardware
- Pressure Release Vents
Benefits of Our Dock Shelter
Weather Protection: The dock shelter we have designed provides protection from severe weather conditions such as heat, rain, dust, and wind. This helps prevent goods from getting damaged during loading and unloading activities, especially in the harsh climatic conditions of the UAE.
Energy Efficiency: Our dock shelter creates an effective seal between the vehicle and the warehouse. This minimizes the exchange of air, reducing the amount of energy required to maintain stable indoor temperatures.
Versatility: Available in various sizes, our dock shelters allow warehouses to accommodate multiple trucks simultaneously. This flexibility ensures a secure fit and reliable performance, regardless of the vehicle size.
Improved Safety: A poor seal can lead to accidents and damage during docking, resulting in costly repairs. Our shelters improve working conditions by protecting workers from harmful environmental factors, thereby enhancing overall workplace safety.
Durability: Constructed from high tensile strength and corrosion-resistant materials, our dock shelters are built to last. They are designed to withstand regular use and provide consistent performance over time, offering long-term value and reliability for your business.
Why Choose Our Dock Shelters?
Superior Quality Materials: Our shelters are made from high-quality materials that are designed to withstand the toughest environmental conditions in this region, including extreme heat, dust, and humidity. This ensures that the product remains durable and reliable, reducing the need for frequent replacements.
Tailored Solutions: We understand that every business has unique needs. Our dock shelter series offers adjustable length, width, and height options, allowing the shelters to be customized to fit specific equipment sizes and vehicle parking patterns. This ensures that all vehicles can be accommodated effectively.
Energy Efficiency: The shelters act as insulation, helping to minimize energy loss and reduce the cost of heating and cooling. This makes them an environmentally friendly option and also helps businesses save money, particularly those that are sensitive to temperature fluctuations.
Enhanced Safety Features: The safety of your workers and cargo is a top priority. Our fully enclosed dock shelters create a secure environment for personnel as they move around the facility, especially during loading and unloading operations.
Proven Performance: With years of experience and a track record of success, we are the preferred choice for dock shelters in the UAE. Door Way Doors takes pride in its trained technical team, which provides efficient installation and ongoing support around the clock.
