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Loading Dock Safety - Dock Locks Vs. Wheel Chocks

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Accident Stats PROVE: WHEEL CHOCKS RISKY, DOCK LOCKS SAVE LIVES

Quick quiz: when a truck pulls into your loading dock, who is responsible for correctly securing the vehicle? The truck driver or your employees? If...

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How to choose a loading dock door

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How To Choose a Loading Dock Door

A door is sometimes a barrier, but your loading dock door should never be a barrier to your business. Loading bay doors do much more than just move...

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DOOR MAINTENANCE VS. REPAIR - WHICH ONE COSTS LESS

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Dock Door Maintenance vs. Repair - Which One Costs Less?

As you probably guessed, the title of this post is a rhetorical question. Roughly 99 times out of 100, the total cost to fix something is higher than...

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Loading Dock Fire Door Inspections

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Loading Dock Fire Door Inspections Save Lives and Money

In the US, firefighters respond to an average of 1,450 warehouse fires every year. These fires are responsible for $283 million in damages, 2 deaths,...

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5 Signs it's Time to Call a Dock Leveler Repair Technician

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5 Signs it's Time to Call a Dock Leveler Repair Technician

Loading docks are often overlooked when considering equipment maintenance. However, poorly maintained dock levelers will not last as long, and any...

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Dock Plate vs. Pit Leveler - What's the Best Option?

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Dock Plate Vs. Pit Leveler — What’s The Best Option?

The gap between your loading dock and the back of a truck is one of the most dangerous areas in your workplace. Loading dock levelers (also known as...

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5 Simple Ways to Improve Loading Dock Safety & Efficiency

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5 Simple Ways to Improve Loading Dock Safety & Efficiency

The transportation and warehousing industry is the second-most dangerous job in the U.S., according to the latest statistics from the Bureau of Labor...

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