0501 RETRACTABLE DOCK SHELTER

The Series 0501 is designed to retract upon impact. The 0501’s collapsible scissor arms are spring loaded, keeping the shelter in a projected position. When compressed by an incoming trailer the panels create a tight seal which blocks out foul weather, insects, dust and dirt, while saving money on energy costs. The Series 0501 is very effective where the driveway approach is difficult. A large selection of tough abrasion resistant fabrics makes this unit an excellent long lasting investment. Truck shelters help productivity by increasing safety, protecting personnel, products and equipment.

Series 0501 standard dimensions for a door open 10′ W x 10′ H are 11’6” W x 11′ H x 24” projection with 21” wide inward vertical panels and a 36” drop header panel.

With a dock height of 48” the Series 0501 seals trailers from 12” to 13’6” high from grade. Also seals trailers with width over 8′ W. The Series 0501 can be designed to suit a large variety of oversized door opening heights, widths and or dock projections.

The mounting backboard frame is constructed of top grade pressured treated wood. The front frame wood is to be housed in a formed steel “U” channel for strength and rigidity. All steel components to be galvanized to resist corrosion. Scissor arms made from galvanized steel tubing are spring loaded to yield under misdirected or abnormal pressure.

The vertical inward panel shall contain fiberglass stays, the top three (3) being a “Z” pattern to keep the curtain straight at all times. Vertical panels have a double layer of fabric at the leading edge impact area and a 4” wide x 14” high yellow guide stripe to aid in spotting shelters. The header panel to full height fiberglass stays and overlapping protective flaps at trailer impact areas. The header panel has elastic wind straps to keep the panel in position.

All stays are enclosed in multi-layer reinforcement pockets. Leading edge of vertical and header panels have a sewn in foam bead for a tight seal. Double stitched, high strength twisted 4 ply 100% polyester boned thread U.V. treated used for sewing throughout. All exterior front frame edge shall be trimmed with aluminum angle to provide a neat, clean finish. Unit to be furnished with all necessary mounting hardware, galvanized to resist corrosion. 18” – 20” projection in front of the dock bumper is recommended to provide a proper seal.

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