The loading dock is the sharp end of any company’s operations, the place where your business meets the outside world. Investing in the right loading dock equipment on hand for loading and unloading deliveries means that the goods will arrive at their final destination in the best possible condition, and that will translate into savings.
There are numerous components that go into making the distribution operation run smoothly, and all of the different parts of the jigsaw fit together to make the operation more efficient, and safer, reducing the incidence of accidents, increasing the protection offered to both goods and staff, and also make the whole loading and unloading process a lot faster.
One of the most important pieces of loading dock equipment that your business will invest in is the dock seal or shelter. The idea behind a dock seal is to allow for loading and unloading to take place in all weather conditions. The truck will be able to reverse right back up to the wall, and into the shelter, allowing staff to get access to the back without worrying about slipping on wet surfaces.
In situations where the dock is not at the same level as the bed...