Commercial loading dock equipment in colorado and wyoming. Both waler and bolted systems have high strength, durability, stability and load capacity ratings. Design and construction of drilled piers reported by aci committee 336 aci 336. For gas or diesel powered loading equipment the maximum grade percentage is 15%. The designer should refer to the actual gdot construction details when preparing driveway plans for the most current standards. Special attention must be given to the loading dock area design for this. I dont like 120volt power near the water so i use cordless tools for all cutting. Brett coronado construction hydraulic and manual dock. The following information is a guideline for applying truck service to the loading dock area to insure proper design, safety and service to your loading dock area. The pvc will be trimmed to the level of the concrete with a cordless reciprocating saw after the concrete sets.
The original structural engineer of record was erwin pfuhl of kansas city, missouri. Reinforcing steel in slabs on grade concrete construction. For this reason fbs has also designed the box model with a space for the tailift of a vehicle during the loading and unloading of the goods, using a hollow precast element structure. Concrete loading docks are critical in a wide variety of industries. The refrigerated dock is a common version of the inside outside dock. Concrete is widely used in domestic, commercial, recreational, rural and educational construction. If the area is to be surfaced with asphalt, a concrete landing strip must be poured. C1 readymixed concrete 5 5 recycledconcreteaggregaterca recycled aggregate is made by processing inorganic material previously used in construction. Our team can manage the entire loading dock restoration, renovation or new construction process. Blue giant loading dock system guide page 8 issue date. Apply proper traffic engineering design standards and. Division 26 sections for electrical wiring for, and connections to, loading dock.
The maximum grade percentage from the loading dock to the vehicle is determined by the height of the dock discussed in detail in set the dock height on page 10. Port of san diego chose to replace dock with precast concrete modules. Pit construction fenbay services loading bay equipment. When you have a serious project that needs to be done, look no further than brett coronado construction.
The approach is sharp radius so the asphalt surface is getting destroyed in a 40 x 40 area. Reinforced concrete wall design basics mike oshea, p. Tiltup concrete construction guide reported by aci committee 551 aci 551. The proper design and construction of the loading dock improves the efficiency and safety of the freight handling process. Open docks are commonly used for general warehousing in temperate and warm climates. Jt cleary is a leader in turnkey marine construction services, delivering innovation with the highest level of quality.
In warm temperatures, the landing strip will prevent the trailers landing gear from. You can protect the open dock somewhat by adding a canopy over the platform and. Tm 580912 concrete floor slabs on grade subjected to. Nov 15, 2017 ford asphalt company 164 taussig avenue bridgeton, mo 63044. Floating precast concrete docks concrete construction. Where it is not practical to install permanent concrete loading docks, or for. In an insideoutside dock configuration, the loading platform is inside the building figure 12. This allows the designer to maintain a constant slab depth without thickening at joints or edges.
Concrete dock leveler pits conception to construction. Brand construction takes efficiency and quality of labor very seriously. Often it is necessary to consider the vehicles have their own tailift. Located on the east coast of vancouver island, pacific marine construction pmc takes pride in participating in the evolution of creating quality concrete structures. Mar 05, 2015 concrete cutting for new dock leveler pits to be installed on a warehouse building. Building foundation and structure excelsior springs. Concast have developed a flexible precast concrete structural solution to address the specific warehousing requirements for central distribution centres. Ford asphalt company 164 taussig avenue bridgeton, mo 63044.
A reinforced concrete loading dock under construction. Spinieo can take care of all your loading dock needs. Figure 12 the insideoutside dock design may require the. Always provide a concrete landing gear pad to support the trailers landing gear when the trailer is detached figure 7. Welcome to pacific marine construction pacific marine. Loading dock access loading dock planning and design. Upgrades to the seaport landing marina began last november, as an attempt. This video explains the structural advantages of marinetek concrete pontoons, and the benefits the pontoon performance bring to marina operators and their cl.
Paolo nelzi the loading bays the design in function of materials handling, synthesis on the site. Submerged concrete caisson breakwater construction. Concrete cutting for new dock leveler pits to be installed on a warehouse building. Guide for design and construction of concrete parking lots. From an environmental standpoint, concrete has a lot to offer the ingredients of concrete water, aggregate, and cement are abundant.
Construction consists of 114x114x18 steel wall treated with anticorrosion compound. Always consider long term construction in order to avoid costs in later years. This session is not intended to teach concrete design, but more of an awareness of why things are the way they are. Are you looking for a concrete loading dock to unload your tractor trailers. Loading dock equipment, vehicle restraints, dock seals. Concrete is an inert material that barely deteriorates over time, and a floating concrete dock. Cement,additionsandadmixtures concrete may contain one. Communities around the world rely on concrete as a safe, strong and simple building material. Smallerdiameter piers have been used in noncollapsing soils. However, a few years ago, a structural floating dock system combining the durability of a concrete deck surface with the structural strength of a large concrete section was introduced. Pdf submerged concrete caisson breakwater construction. Blue giant loading dock system guide page 2 issue date.
Concrete construction intel concrete flooring contractor. Pentalift consists of two divisions, loading dock division and lift table. Recycled concrete aggregate rca principally contains crushed concrete. Concrete post dock planning s t a n d a r d s kelley open dock this design places both the loading platform and the trailer outside the building fig. Marina dock age, mayjune 2005 29 a contractor offers his perspective on floating and fixed docks. Altogether, shea concrete products manufactured 14 main docks and 28 dock fingers, with the largest main dock at 9ft wide by 50ft long, and weighing over 50,000lbs. Concrete is an ideal medium for recycling waste or industrial byproducts. These precast concrete loading bays are fully adaptable, to the size and arrangements required by the leading dock leveller equipment providers. They are used for storing vehicles and goods, and provide maneuvering areas and access for delivery vehicles. Precast concrete fastdock economically expands and diversifies loading and access capabilities.
We install concrete ramps, aprons and stairs, loading dock pit levelers and create man and bay door openings. Concrete is the material of choice for most dumpster pads, loading docks, ramps, and walkways because the material has a greater capacity to bear loads as well as provide a smooth, rigid edge. Main office 1076 bethlehem pike, montgomeryville, pa phone. Loading dock construction can be a painful interruption to your business if not completed properly and timely. The video shows the different stages from conception of drawing plans, concrete cutting and removal, prep and. With the proper door sealing system, an insideoutside dock provides excellent weather protection and security. Reinforcing steel gives slabs on grade adequate strength at the joints. I am planning to pour an concrete approach apron for a single dock position. It is a permitted constituent in some types of concrete. A nice 30 x 50 metal building runs around 16 to 18 k installed. Tm 580912 concrete floor slabs on grade subjected to heavy. These photos are from our warehouse building remodel project in camarillo, ca in 2014. To repairreplace the broken concrete on the ramp areas of the loading dock.
Theoretical concepts, practi cal applications, basis of. Pavement services offers a full slate of installation, repair, and replacement options for all of your concrete needs. A loading dock serves as a critical part of any system involving moving freight from trucks to stores or warehouses. Placement of a vehicle restraint device in its operating position by. We are experts at concrete loading dock installation. Division 03 section castinplace concrete for concrete work for recessed loading. All trash carts shall be wiped clean on all surfaces and wheels prior to exiting the work area and again prior to reentry into the hospital after dumping at the loading dock. Manual operation with nearly identical loading heights. Concrete apron for a loading dock everything about concrete. If the apron space is to be surfaced with asphalt, a concrete landing strip must be poured. This may necessitate placement of cleaning materials at the loading dock entrance.
The video shows the different stages from conception of drawing plans. We specialize in a variety of both asphalt and concrete services, and have been working with clients in the st. Statement of work sow loading dock leveler and concrete. Loading dock ramps are usually poured, then hand rodded with a 2x4 and smoothed. Engineering cad drawings 500599 engineering cad drawings and templates waste storage drawings no. Precast concrete structural wall panels can be used as. Loading dock planning and design how to build a dock. Choose the loading dock location based on the needs of the inplant process.
Concrete is an inert material that barely deteriorates over time, and a floating concrete dock will actually require 90% less maintenance than wood. They provide a strong stable platform for trucks being loaded with goods as well as the surface for the equipment loading the trucks. Through a variety of equipment loading docks can speed up traffic and. When a concrete dock ledge at floor level extends beyond the foundation and. When you pay for the construction of a new dock, you expect it to be a longlasting, durable structure. Goodmanson constructions expertise in installing commercial concrete floors, concrete slabs, loading docks, and specialized concrete pads has gained us the reputation as the leading concrete contractor in the midwest. Statement of work sow loading dock leveler and concrete repair. A contractor offers his perspective on floating and fixed. A loading dock or loading bay is an area of a building where goods vehicles usually road or.
In may, shea concrete products, of wilmington, ma, delivered over 40 precast floating docks and dock fingers to lynns seaport landing marina in lynn, ma. There were a total of five loading dock areas that required new concrete at this location. Construction detail a2 are commonly used for commercial driveways, while the configuration given in construction detail a1 is typically used for residential driveways. Contain construction waste in tightly covered containers before transport. This guide discusses many of the issues relating to the planning and construction of these buildings to produce a quality tiltup project. The dock leveller is placed in an existing concrete opening. Copyright 2018 loading dock design guide all rights reserved loading dock design guide was established as an educational reference tool for architects, builders, building owners, procurement specialists and anyone interested in learning more about loading dock equipment and design. Section 602 concrete sidewalks, loading zones, safety islands, and steps 602. These modern and durable designs offer comfort and functionality as well as the stability to withstand the rugged conditions of north americas west coast. Concasts wall panels provide a quality alternative to traditional forms of wall construction. Concrete can be made from local resources and processed near a jobsite. The fact is, though, that wooden docks require almost constant upkeep. If i pour concrete in this area, how deep should i go to withstand this obstacle. There are many options for constructing a loading dock, which involve proper.
Loading dock area design the building wall from impact by the top of the the seals are not tapered, effective sealing will. In warm temperatures, the landing strip will prevent the. From repairs to new installations, dredging, or deep foundations, the company mobilizes the best equipment, technology, and talent to make your project a success. Some these products include overhead rolling grille shutter doors, protective bumper guards, overhead shelters, etc. We can take care of your concrete dock repair and new dock installation, vehicle barriers, bollard installation, parking lot repair and general concrete work. If i pour concrete in this area, how deep should i. Install fixtures and materials at the time and in the manner designated on the plans or. Since 1971, our team has been revolutionizing the commercial concrete industry with our knowledge and expertise.
Always provide a concrete landing gear pad to support the trailers landing gear when the trailer is detached. Concrete loading docks concrete lots brand construction. The bumpers are directly installed on the concrete, at the side of the pit. The main advantage of the floating caisson construction method is that there is no need of an expensive construction dock. Committing to concrete loading dock construction is a longterm decision that is difficult to reverse once its literally set in stone. A contractor offers his perspective on floating and fixed docks. The loading dock personnel must then be educated and trained on how to use the. Guide for design and construction of concrete parking lots aci 330r01 concrete parking lots serve many transportation facilities, industrial plants, commercial developments, and multifamily housing projects. Kelley final product sheets page 1 kelley dock solutions. Nordidock concrete floating dock systems solid as a rock. Building foundation and structure overview the construction of the hall of waters building began in 1936, and was constructed over the original site of the siloam and sulphosaline springs. The 6x6 posts are set in the pvc forms and concrete is carried out from the shore in buckets and placed around the posts. Verify actual dimensions of construction contiguous with loading dock. Apply proper traffic engineering design standards and compliance with local codes.
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