A Customer Success Story from Northern Dock Systems
Before
Deteriorating dock seals with missing head pads.
After
New adjustable curtain dock seals and weather seal.
Project Overview
We reached out to Novvia Group in Mississauga to introduce them to the incentive program for businesses to upgrade dock door seals through their local utility company. The manager showed interest in our solutions for improving dock efficiency.
In addition to qualifying their deteriorating dock seals for the program, we discovered other issues with their loading dock outside of the program. We identified gaps and white light under dock doors and along the sides of dock levelers, which were causing inefficiencies and cold drafts. This could easily be resolved with door and dock weather seal to create a complete seal.
Before
White light and drafts from under the door and around the dock.
Before
White light and drafts from under the door and around the dock.
Return on Investment
Through the program, we were able to get Novvia Group a one-time rebate that covered 85% of the costs for the new Blue Giant Adjustable Curtain Dock Seals (BG200). As a result, they can expect a return on investment (ROI) for these improvements in an estimated 0.73 years.
Installation and Removal
Improve the energy efficiency at this Mississauga warehouse, our Equipment Installation team:
- Removing and disposing of eight existing door seals.
- Supplying and installing eight new Blue Giant Adjustable Head Curtain Dock Seals (BG200).
- Installing bottom rubber weather seals and retainers on four overhead doors.
- Installing dock brush weather seals on four dock levelers.
During
Removal and installation of the dock seals.
During
Installing new retainers and weather seal for the doors and docks
Benefits of Adjustable Head Curtain Dock Seals
The BG200 Adjustable Head Curtain Dock Seal offers several key benefits:
- Superior Sealing Capability: The adjustable head curtain creates a tight seal around trailers of varying heights, preventing outdoor contaminants from entering the facility.
- Energy Efficiency: By maintaining a secure seal, these dock seals help conserve energy by keeping conditioned air inside and preventing drafts.
- Enhanced Safety: The tight seal inhibits pests, insects, and other contaminants from entering the dock area, ensuring a safer and cleaner environment for workers.
- Durability: Made with high-quality materials, these seals are designed to withstand heavy use and harsh weather conditions.
- Flexibility: The adjustable head curtain can be raised or lowered to match different trailer heights, making it suitable for a variety of docking scenarios.
After
New Blue Giant Adjustable Curtain Dock Seals.
After
New Blue Giant Adjustable Curtain Dock Seals.
Benefits of Weather Seal
The dock and door weather seal offers unique benefits:
- Preventing Drafts and Air Leaks: This seal effectively blocks drafts and air leaks, maintaining a consistent indoor temperature.
- Energy Savings: The seal helps maintain indoor temperatures, reducing the strain on HVAC systems and saving energy.
- Blocking Air and Pests: The thick bristles of the brush weather stripping create a barrier that blocks air, pests, and debris from entering the dock area.
- Enhanced Safety: By preventing rain, ice and snow infiltration, it reduces slip hazards for employees.
- Noise Reduction: The seal also contributes to noise reduction, creating a quieter indoor environment.
After
Bottom Rubber Weather Seal for Doors.
After
Brush Weather Seal for Docks.
Future Plans
Novvia Group appreciated our efforts in making their loading dock more energy efficient. They are now looking to establish regular preventive maintenance with us to ensure their facility remains in optimal condition
Location
Mississauga, Ontario
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