Dock Bumpers

What is a dock bumper?

A dock bumper literally creates a buffer between building and vehicle. On a loading dock, an accident can happen very quickly. The driver of the lorry can make a steering or estimating error while reversing. The result is hard contact between the truck and the loading bay. This can lead to damage to the vehicle and the building. As a result, the costs can sometimes be high. To prevent accidents with the associated costs, dock bumpers can be mounted on both sides of the dock leveller. The bumpers prevent damage by absorbing the impact forces of the vehicle.

Advantages of loading dock bumpers

  • Prevent damage to vehicle and loading bay
  • Safe docking
  • Durable
  • Safer loading and unloading

Adjustable and non-adjustable dock bumpers

In our wide range of loading dock bumpers, we can distinguish two categories. The adjustable/movable dock bumper and the non-movable/fixed dock bumper. The adjustable dock bumpers are vertically movable. Thus, they follow the upward and downward movements of the lorry during loading and unloading. This prevents damage to the dock leveller and the vehicle. In addition, we offer a wide range of fixed/non-movable models, depending on the intensity of loading and unloading. Curious about which dock bumper is most suitable for your application? Take a look at the handy overview below, in which we have put all dock bumpers and their characteristics next to each other.

Solutions for any situation

Different loading situations require different dock bumpers. Each loading bay is uniquely designed to suit the operations of the company in question. This is why at Loading Systems the right solution for the customer is the deciding factor. To make the choice easier, the bumpers are subdivided into the categories: low, medium and high loading frequency. Curious about all the possibilities? Then why not seek advice from one of our specialists. Then together we will look at what best suits your needs.

Advice from our experts

Low loading frequency: good protection of building and vehicle

Rubber dock bumpers

Rubber bumpers

Our rubber dock bumpers are made of absorbent rubber with a long life span.

  • Available in various sized and models
  • Available with a protective plate for intensive use

PE dock bumpers maed of polyethyleneDock bumpers with this icon are environmental-friendly.

PE bumpers

These dock bumpers are made of recycled polyethylene. The bumpers are very durable.

  • After being written off, the buffers can be recycled into granules
  • Available with a protective plate for intensive use

Average loading frequency: good to excellent protection of building and vehicle

 

Vertical moving dock buffer

RBM bumpers

The vertically moving dock bumper is made of steel and rubber and follows the movement of the vehicle.

  • Ideal for air-suspended trailers; follows movements
  • Available with protection plate for intensive use

Nylon dock bumpers of Loading SystemsDock bumpers with this icon are environmental-friendly.

Nylon dock buffers

These bumpers are manufactured from high-quality nylon, making them indestructible.

  • Very durable: 4x the lifespan of standard dock bumpers
  • Bumper block can be used on both sides
 

Laminated dock bumpers

Laminated buffers

The durable lamella dock bumper consists of steel angle bars and impact-absorbing rubber lamellae and a galvanised armour plate.

  • Absorbs the impact force even when driving at an angle thanks to the rubber lamellae
  • Wear-resistant

 

High loading frequency: good to excellent protection of building and vehicle

 

Spring steel dock bumpers for extra resistance

SSB dock bumpers

Spring steel dock bumpers ensure maximum absorption resistance and durability. The spring steel dock bumpers extend the life of your dock.

  • Ideal for air-suspended trailers
  • Available in different height and depth sizes or as a combination set suitable for high trailers.

Extra strong dock bumpers

Extra strong bumpers

We supply our extra strong dock bumpers in situations that require them.

  • Consoles and armoured plate standard powder coated or galvanised
  • Available in two sizes or as a combination suitable for high trailers

Shock absorbing dock bumpers

Shock absorbing bumpers

The shock absorbing dock bumper reduces impact to 1/6 of the force.

  • Designed for efficient and long-lasting use
  • Bumper is shock absorbent and wear resistant

 

Need a dock bumper for a unique situation?

 

Adjustable extra strong dock bumper

Adjustable extra strong dock bumper

The dock bumpers are suitable for frequent use and follow the movements of the vehicle.

  • Durable and armoured dock bumpers
  • Follow the up- and downward movements of the vehicles

Jumbo dock buffer

Jumbo dock bumper

Containers are often higher than the platform floor. Therefore a higher dock bumper is required.

  • Raise can be removed for normal vehicles

Stepped dock bumper

Stepped dock bumper

The height adjustable stepped dock bumper is especially designed for our stepped dock solution.

  • Bumper can be lowered by foot

 

Dock bumper guide

Curious about which dock bumper is most suitable for your application? Download the handy overview below in which we have put all dock bumpers and features next to each other.

Download dock bumper guide

Dock bumpers guide Loading Systems