Your garage door is likely the biggest door of your facility, and that means it also may be the most vulnerable to break-ins. Unfortunately, garage doors are popular targets for burglars. In general, the sight of a truck or van pulled up to a warehouse door won’t draw...
As you probably know, opening a tractor trailer door when the load has shifted can be a dangerous undertaking. Drivers have been severely injured and even killed when, upon opening the trailer door, the load has spilled out of the trailer. So it’s a worthwhile...
Spring is the perfect time to get your office, store, warehouse, or other industrial facility in shape. And while you’re at it, don’t forget the doors. Winters in Sacramento aren’t terrible, but we often get a lot of rain, and that can make for some messy conditions,...
Carwashes are unique businesses, requiring special kinds of doors. They need the large overhead doors typical of any automotive business, but they need the customization of commercial door hardware and materials that can deal with the constant barrage of moisture....
Looking around for an installer for your exterior door project? If so, make sure you choose one who can help you increase your building’s efficiency. The drive to improve energy efficiency in design and construction is not going away. For most business owners, energy...
Include Dock Leveler Safety with Your Commercial Door Safety Training
Do you pay enough attention to your dock levelers at your loading dock? All commercial doors require proper installation, correct usage and regular maintenance, but dock levelers in particular are crucial to safe operation. Make sure that all operators are adequately trained and following guidelines. It’s also important that equipment is properly installed. Follow safety guidelines, such as keeping away from the dock leveler as a trailer approaches or leaves the loading dock area; not using a damaged dock leveler; and allowing dock leveler lips to extend at least 4 inches onto the truck. Above all, study the manual and master the instructions.
