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The latest information on loading dock equipment and technologies including overhead doors, lifts, levelers and restraints for the materials handling professional.


Engineering students devise new designs for roll-up doors
Wireless charging system could could reduce maintenance and improve performance of safety sensors on roll-up doors.

High-speed doors help control temperatures
Grocery distributor sees energy and maintenance savings with fully automatic insulated doors.

Other Voices: Five ways to improve safety
OSHA guidelines only go so far, but a number of safety solutions can address bad habits while fostering good ones.

Frommelt dock seals and shelters rebrands under the Rite-Hite name
Frommelt Products Corporation – which has been a part of the Rite-Hite family since 1991 – will now be known as Rite-Hite Environmental Enclosures Corporation.

Dock overhaul secures employees, trailers and productivity
Automatic vehicle restraint, dock leveler and comprehensive communication system replace manual processes at the dock.

Opportunities at the dock
Incremental changes and simple maintenance can ensure the productivity and safety of operations at the dock.

High-speed doors make automated system even more efficient
WMS-integrated doors create an estimated 50% energy savings.

Light-based communication system improves safety and efficiency at the dock
Vehicle restraint system communicates to lift truck operators as they enter or exit a trailer.

Automated barrier doors protect employees at shipping facility
High-cycle doors prevent workers from entering the automated storage and retrieval system.

Modular enclosure keeps the loading dock in its place
Sliding curtain walls provide temperature control for warehouse and workers.


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