A retractable dock shelter is exactly as the name suggests – a dock shelter that is retractable. When this dock shelter is in use, the operating mechanism will push the shelter outwards from the building, encompassing the lorry and sheltering the dock from the elements when it is in use.
When you no longer need to use the dock shelter, the mechanism will retract it, pulling it back towards the building and storing it within the framework. A retractable dock shelter has an additional safety function integrated into the system – if it is knocked or damaged when in use, it will automatically retract, returning to its original position
For cold stores, inflatable dock shelters should be at the top of your list as they create a tight seal around the vehicle. Loading and unloading food requires certain temperatures, and with an inflatable shelter, the temperature will be maintained throughout the process. In addition to this, we provide foam dock pads that will act as protection for the lorry.
By implementing these, the bay is less likely to suffer any damage, and the mobile inflatable head can adjust to the vehicle to provide a tight seal.