Loading docks and bumpers: the combination for greater safety

Efficiency in logistics begins at the loading bay. These infrastructures enable fast and safe loading and unloading, minimizing risks and optimizing processes. To ensure that efficiency lasts over time, loading bays can be complemented with accessories such as dock bumpers, which protect the installation and extend its service life.

What is a loading bay and why is it essential?

A loading bay is the infrastructure that compensates for the height difference between transport vehicles and the warehouse or logistics centre unloading platform. Thanks to dock levellers, the movement of goods is made safer and more efficient.

Types and models of loading bays

At Inkema, we offer a variety of loading bay models to adapt to every logistics need:

Hinged Lip Dock Leveller

Hydraulic dock leveller with a hinged lip that bridges the gap between the loading bay and the truck.

RH13 – Box model hydraulic dock leveller with hinged lip

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Retractable Lip Dock Levellers

The lip extends telescopically to adapt to different trucks and heights.

RH23/33 – Hydraulic dock leveller with retractable lip

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Special Dock Levellers

Customized solutions for specific logistics situations, tailored to dimensions, loads, or special requirements.

RH65 – Yard Ramp 12 Metres

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Each model meets high standards of quality and durability, ensuring efficiency in every operation.

Accessories: Integrated Safety and Protection

When it comes to loading bays, we cannot overlook the accessories that complement and protect these installations.

At Inkema, we have developed the new dock bumpers TC01, TC02, and TC05, which integrate seamlessly into daily operations and enhance the safety of both vehicles and infrastructure.

TC01 – Flush steel dock bumpers

Designed to prevent collisions between trucks and doors or structures, these bumpers combine galvanized steel with high-durability rubber. Their internal hook system increases lifespan and impact resistance, while the new fixing method simplifies installation and replacement. They are available in two heights (430 mm and 630 mm), with a length of 90 mm and a width of 190 mm.

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TC02 – Raised steel dock bumpers

Also made of steel and rubber, these bumpers offer elevations of 100, 150, and 200 mm, adapting to different types of loading bays. Their installation is simple and they effectively protect doors and structures from impacts.

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TC05 – Steel-rubber dock bumpers

Available in six different variants, from standard models to self-supporting or movable bumpers, the TC05 allow protection of the loading bay in any intensive-use configuration. Made of galvanized steel with internal rubber for impact absorption, they provide complete and versatile protection.

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What our new dock bumpers have in common

• Base structure: 8 mm steel plate
• Lip: 12 mm steel
• Zinc-plated anti-corrosion finish
• Internal rubber for impact absorption

Finishes and customization

In addition to accessories, Inkema loading bays can be customized with different finishes: painted, galvanized, or stainless steel, depending on the needs of each installation and sector.

Frequently asked questions about loading bays and dock bumpers

What benefits do Inkema loading bays offer?
They increase efficiency in loading and unloading, improve safety for operators and vehicles, optimize storage space, and reduce operating costs.

What are dock bumpers and how do they protect the installation?
Dock bumpers are optional accessories that prevent trucks from colliding with doors and structures, protecting both the infrastructure and the vehicles while extending the service life of the loading bay.

What are dock bumpers and how do they protect the installation?
Dock bumpers are optional accessories that prevent trucks from colliding with doors and structures, protecting both the infrastructure and the vehicles while extending the service life of the loading bay.

What are the differences between the TC01, TC02, and TC05 bumpers?

• TC01: Flush steel bumpers, ideal for standard installations with adjustable height.
• TC02: Raised steel bumpers, available in different elevations for various types of loading bays.
• TC05: Versatile bumpers with multiple configurations, suitable for high-use operations or specific support and movable requirements.

How are Inkema dock bumpers installed?
All bumpers come with anchoring systems and optimized fixing methods for fast, safe, and simple installation, following the recommendations of our technicians.

Can loading bays and dock bumpers be customized for my company’s needs?
Yes. Loading bays can be customized with painted, galvanized, or stainless finishes, and dock bumpers can be selected according to height, support type, and configuration required.

Loading bays and accessories: the combination that guarantees safety and efficiency

The loading bay and its accessories form the perfect combination to ensure safety and efficiency in every operation.

The loading bay is the foundation that ensures speed, safety, and efficiency. Dock bumpers, in turn, provide the extra protection that keeps that investment secure over time, preventing damage to vehicles and infrastructure.

📢 Don’t stop at theory: at Inkema, we design complete logistics solutions, from loading bays to advanced accessories like the new TC01, TC02, and TC05 dock bumpers, prepared for all kinds of operational needs.

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📞 Have questions? Our experts can advise you and recommend the best combination for your company. Send us your inquiry here.