Why choose dock levellers from Hörmann?
Quality, experience, safety, efficiency
Our expertise is based on decades of experience in the development and manufacturing of dock levellers, as well as state-of-the-art testing and manufacturing methods. This is reflected in our wide range of products and their reliable quality and long service life, and our excellent service.
- Wide range of products with standard versions, backed by the expertise and flexibility to deliver bespoke solutions for specific operational requirements
- Manufactured In-house – produced in modern manufacturing facilities with a high level of vertical integration to ensure consistent quality, reliability and performance
- Suitable for any installation – solutions are available for welded or cast-in installations, indoor or outdoor applications, and both new-build and refurbishment projects
- Proven Safety and Compliance – designed, tested and manufactured to meet relevant standards, providing dependable performance and safe operation
- Long service life - strong, durable construction ensures lasting performance in busy warehouses, distribution centres and industrial facilities
- Wide range of control and safety systems for safety and convenience tailored to your needs
- Easy planning and specification – detailed planning resources and user-friendly tools simplify project design and implementation
- Easy fitting and modernisation - designed for straightforward installation, replacement and renovation projects, helping minimise disruption
- High level of consulting expertise, also for sustainable solutions
Overview of dock levellers
Safe loading
The perfect solution for every application: With mechanical or hydraulic variants, and options for hinged lip or telescopic lip, Hörmann offers the right dock leveller for every loading situation.
Hydraulic dock levellers
Hydraulic dock levellers provide a fast, safe and efficient solution for loading bays handling a wide range of vehicle types and trailer heights. Operated at the touch of a button, the platform is automatically raised and the hinged or telescopic lip positioned precisely against the vehicle, enabling smooth, uninterrupted loading and unloading. Designed to create a level transition between the loading bay and trailer, they help protect personnel, handling equipment and sensitive goods while improving operational efficiency. Available for cast-in, welded and front-of-building installations, Hörmann hydraulic dock levellers can be specified in a variety of sizes and load capacities to meet the requirements of virtually any loading application.
- Ideal for facilities accommodating vehicles of varying heights and sizes
- Available with a durable hinged lip or telescopic lip
- Torsionally flexible, robust, and durable overall construction
- Reliable hydraulic system with two lift cylinders and emergency stop valves
- Also available in an insulated version for improved energy efficiency
- Easy to operate
- Suitable for integration into complex control concepts
Mechanical dock levellers
Mechanical dock levellers offer a cost-effective and reliable solution for loading and unloading both small and large vehicles where the height difference between the vehicle and the warehouse floor is minimal. The following applies to both versions: Mechanical dock levellers are particularly inexpensive, do not require any electrical installation and require less maintenance than hydraulic dock levellers. They are particularly suitable for companies that own their own vehicle fleet.
- Simple, safe and sturdy construction
- Movement via control bar
- Gas spring support for convenient counterbalance
- Also available in small widths for narrow vehicles
- Reliable corrosion protection
- Suitable for retrofitting
Do you need help choosing the right solution? Contact our team today for expert advice.
Dock levellers for special applications
Ideal for special requirements
- Solutions for temperature-controlled warehouses and high energy efficiency: Thanks to its insulated components, the hydraulicdock levellerHTL2 ISO ensures energy-efficient and hygienic loading in temperature-controlled warehouses, making it ideal for demanding industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, logistics and electrical engineering. In addition, our DOBO system (Docking Before Opening) offers a particularly energy-efficient loading solution: The lorry docks with its doors closed, reliably preventing heat loss and the ingress of dirt or pests.
- Solutions for different vehicle sizes: The dock leveller HTLV 4 with three-part telescopic lip enables lorries and vans of different sizes to be loaded and unloaded at the same ramp – supported by sensor-controlled weight compensation.
- Solutions for particularly fast flow of goods: The RFID solution integrated into the dock leveller ensures transparency: pallets are automatically detected, the entire loading process can be tracked, and data is available in real time – eliminating the need for industrial trucks.
Find out more about the different application areas in our brochure!
Fitting and maintenance
Safe and reliable installation is essential to the long-term performance, durability and operational safety of any dock leveller. Hörmann dock levellers are engineered with practical installation features that simplify positioning and ensure secure integration into the building structure. Positioning aids for pit models, clearly marked welding points and intelligent cast-in details, including adjustment angles, heavy-duty flat anchors and ventilation openings in the edge bracket, help streamline installation and support optimum functionality from day one.
To ensure continued performance throughout the product lifecycle, Hörmann provides expert technical support, maintenance and repair services, helping customers maximise uptime and protect their investment. For added peace of mind, all Hörmann dock levellers are backed by a guaranteed spare parts availability period of up to 10 years.
Equipment and safety systems for loading technology from Hörmann
Many components help to create a safe and convenient loading site. We also offer a wide range of tried-and-tested accessories to meet all requirements.
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Planning a loading site requires considerable expertise and experience. We are happy to support you throughout this process, ensuring that your system is perfectly tailored to your requirements and meets all relevant safety and quality standards.