Loading Dock Equipments

Loading Dock Equipment 

Cookson Door Sales of Arizona is your number one source for garage doors and commercial doors. We’re also the premier seller and installer of loading dock equipment for businesses around the state. We sell loading dock levelers, vehicle restraints, helpful safety products, and loading dock accessories. We can consult on your project and recommend the best products for your business, as well as offer guidance on upgrading or remodeling your current facility. 

A loading dock is much more than a platform and a door. A modern loading dock may include loading dock levelers that help bridge the gap between a trailer and the dock, as well as vehicle restraints that will help prevent accidental impacts from wayward trailers or windy conditions. Your loading dock may benefit from installing additional safety products and accessories that we can install at your convenience. We can even maintain those products for their lifetime with regular service calls. 

Loading Dock Equipment Installation 

Our dedicated salespeople are just one facet of our full-service operation. Not only do we sell the best commercial products available today, but we also come to your door – or loading dock – to install them. We have factory-trained technicians with years of experience who are ready to upgrade your equipment and help make your commercial loading dock safe and profitable. We may be able to save you money in the long run by upgrading your equipment with newer and more efficient versions.  

The first step is giving us a call to talk about your project. We’ll make recommendations on the upgrades that might benefit your business, as well as any of the machines or devices that we believe may help your business even further. We’re constantly on the hunt for the newest and most reliable equipment, and that means we can always recommend to you that will result in a net gain of efficiency in cost and operation for your business. 

Loading Dock Levelers 

One of our most valuable loading dock devices is the loading dock leveler, which is an essential machine when you have a loading dock where the edge of the dock doesn’t always meet up with your trailers. A commercial loading dock leveler may feature mechanical, hydraulic, or air-powered construction, and each type offers benefits for different loading dock environments. For example, if you’re interested in a low-maintenance option with simple push-button activation, you might consider the air-powered dock leveler. 

Conversely, suppose you run an exceptionally busy loading dock and require a reliable and sturdy piece of equipment. In that case, you may want to opt for the hydraulic dock leveler, which also offers push-button operation and is available in several models. You might consider the mechanical dock leveler for a durable and economical option, which is excellent for maintaining loading dock safety. Call us today for a consultation on your new loading dock leveler. 

Loading Dock Vehicle Restraints 

A valuable addition to your loading dock environment might be a loading dock truck restraint, which is a device that helps prevent a trailer or transport vehicle from moving. At the same time, it is being unloaded or loaded at the dock. A trailer that moves unintentionally may become a dangerous weapon that might cause injury to your employees or damage the products you’re loading or unloading. To prevent this hazardous situation, we recommend a loading dock vehicle restraint. 

Poweramp manufactures our vehicle restraints. We have six options available that range from the Poweramp PowerHold vehicle restraint, which is a non-impact, self-aligning vehicle restraint system, to the Poweramp PowerStop automatic vehicle restraint, which is a fully automatic vehicle restraint option. We strive to keep abreast of all developments and innovations in the area of vehicle restraints and other loading dock products, and we’re confident we can recommend the best device for your business. 

Loading Dock Communication Systems & Safety Barriers 

Two features that may additionally enhance the safety of your loading dock environment include communication systems and safety barriers. For communication systems, we offer loading dock levelers and restraints that may be outfitted with the iDock Control system, which is a technologically advanced control option that allows you to use an interactive display when operating the machinery. iDock Controls feature a helpful three-color light communication display within an LED light assembly that indicates current conditions on your loading dock. 

Another essential safety option is a loading dock safety barrier, which is a necessary piece of your safety program for protecting employees, machinery, trailers, and everything around your loading docks. Situations like equipment malfunctions or bad weather can create chaos at your loading docks, and safety barriers are a simple and effective way to improve employee safety. They’re a low-maintenance and affordable option for your loading dock.