Dock Shelters and Seals
Weather shielding and energy cost savings
By sealing the space between the building and the truck, goods and personnel are shielded from adverse weather conditions when the door is open. Additionally, they help minimize energy loss during loading and unloading, leading to cost savings. Dock seals and shelters are most effective when they are customized to fit the specific docking vehicles and loading scenarios.
HLS-2 Dock Shelter Construction
Reliable, sturdy, and flexible design for varied vehicle sizes
- Rain-Resistant Header
The front and rear frame on this construction differ in height. The four-inch height differential helps to channel rainwater off the front edge. Optionally, the dock shelter can be equipped with additional drainage measures. This ensures that people and goods are protected from rain water which falls on top of the shelter. - Front Curtain with Spring Tension
The side and top curtains are made of double-layered, 3 mm thick polyester monofilament thread backing fabric with double-sided UPVC coating. In contrast to conventional polyester curtains, the monofilament threads in the tarpaulin material of the side curtains provide clear pre-tensioning to the rear of the truck and thus an excellent seal. The side curtains are provided with marking stripes. - Sturdy Steel Frame
The top and side flaps are fitted on a galvanized, pressed steel frame and form a stable and robust overall construction.
Flexible Link Arm Construction
The link arm construction is flexible both horizontally and vertically due to its design and the special open profiles. When pushing in the dock shelter, the front frame moves slightly upwards.
Cushion Dock Seals
Various Options to Meet Your Needs
Cushion dock seals provide effective sealing solutions for standard vehicle sizes. When planning for installation, it's important to consider not only the fit but also how the seals will close the gap between the truck and the open door, ensuring a tight seal between the truck and the building. As the truck backs in, the cushions extend into the loading opening, creating a secure seal.
Model 100
Fixed head pad dock seal up to 9'0" high
The Hörmann series 100 fixed head pad dock seal compresses and forms a positive seal between the building and the trailer. Standard over-the-road and straight trucks can be easily sealed for safety and environmental control during loading and unloading. Fixed head pad dock seals are ideal solutions for dock openings up to 9'0" high.
Model 200
F-header dock seal for doors 9'0" and higher
The Hörmann series 200 "F-header" (head curtain style) dock seal is designed for use where a door height of 9'0" or greater exists and when a variety of trailer heights must be serviced. F-header dock seals compress and form a positive seal between the building and the trailer. Standard over-the-road and straight trucks, as well as shorter delivery vans can be easily sealed for safety and environmental control during loading and unloading.
Side Members
The side members of the dock seals are filled with foam. Backboards are pressure treated as is industry standard. The fabric on the side pads is wrapped and stapled to pressure treated lumber backboards or an optional steel frame. This design requires side and bottom breather slits to release air pressure when the trailer is making contact with the dock seal. Guide stripes for the side member are 4” wide and 24” high and yellow in color. The high-quality cover made of 40 oz. vinyl material forms a durable unit and comes standard in black. The vertical cushions are either rectangular or chamfered. Chamfered cushions are a simple solution if the existing door is too wide. Special shapes are also available upon request. If the driveway has a slope, for example, cushions designed with a compensating upward or downward tapered inclination are possible as required.
Warranty
One year material and workmanship.
Available Options
- Full height guide stripe - 4” wide and yellow in color
- Galvanized steel backing instead of wood
- Extended projection
- Tapered projection for sloped driveways
- Wear pleats for added protection on the face of the side pads and corners of the head pad. Wear pleats of 16”, 8” and 4” exposures are available.
- Bottom pads which seal the gap between the building foundation and the trailer floor.
- Drop curtains - 12” for Model 100
- Slits and rope pull-up system for Model 200
- High-tear vinyl cover material
