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Optimised solutions for loading

A loading house combines key loading bay components including a dock leveller, dock shelter, buffers, and a fully enclosed roof and side structure into a complete loading solution positioned outside the building. By relocating the loading bay externally, valuable internal warehouse space can be maximised and used more efficiently.

Loading houses also offer significant energy-saving benefits. Because the dock leveller is installed outside the building, thermal bridging and heat loss through the leveller structure are reduced. The warehouse can be securely closed with a well-insulated industrial door when loading is not taking place, helping to maintain internal temperatures and improve overall energy efficiency.

A key advantage for existing facilities is that a loading house can be added quickly and easily, creating a new loading point without the need for extensive building alterations. This makes it an ideal solution for warehouses and industrial buildings where a dock pit is not available, or where vehicles equipped with tail lifts regularly load and unload, providing greater flexibility while minimising disruption to operations.

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We offer all garage doors, operators, entrance doors, internal doors, steel frames, steel doors for residential construction and storage systems as CO2-neutral products as standard at no extra charge. All industrial doors, operators, loading technology, construction project doors and perimeter protection systems are also available as CO2-neutral products upon request for an additional charge. Learn more about our sustainability strategy.

Equipment and safety systems for loading technology from Hörmann

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.

Why choose loading houses from Hörmann?

Sophisticated complete solutions

We are experts in loading technology: Hörmann delivers high-quality, integrated solutions designed to optimise safety, efficiency and reliability at every loading bay. From dock levellers and shelters to loading houses and accessories, all components are available from a single source and engineered to work seamlessly together.

  • Sturdy, efficient design – durable construction combined with a streamlined design for reliable long-term performance
  • Perfect solutions designed to meet a wide range of building layouts, operational requirements and loading applications
  • Dimensioning in accordance with Eurocode “Basis of structural design” and Eurocode 1 and 3 and certification according to EN 1090
  • CE conformity that can be verified at any time: standard-compliant components, CE marking, and declaration of performance available online
  • Comprehensive, straightforward planning documents
  • Easy fitting engineered for efficient fitting, helping to reduce installation time and complexity
  • A guaranteed availability of 10 years for Hörmann spare parts
  • Optionally CO2-neutral thanks to reduction and compensation 

Advantages of loading houses

Maximising the use of the interior to save energy

  • Energy efficiency:  By positioning the dock leveller outside the building, heat loss is reduced, helping to maintain internal temperatures and lower energy consumption
  • Space savings: The warehouse or production area can be utilised right up to the building's outer walls, freeing up valuable indoor space
  • Retrofitting: Quick and easy installation, even to existing buildings
  • Range of movement: The angled arrangement provides the best possible docking options, depending on the depth of the courtyard
  • Efficiency: Coupling to a row system is a cost-effective and visually cohesive solution
  • Noise protection: Provides acoustic insulation during loading 

Overview of loading houses

Ideal solutions for every application

Whether you require a single- or double-skinned loading house, on-site or factory-fitted cladding, or an insulated or DOBO solution, Hörmann offers a comprehensive range of proven loading house systems from a single source. Each option is designed to deliver specific operational and energy-efficiency benefits, ensuring the ideal solution for your facility. The right choice will depend on factors such as building layout, loading requirements, environmental conditions and operational demands, with Hörmann providing expert guidance to help identify the most suitable configuration.

  • Loading house with DOBO system: The Hörmann DOBO system enables fast, safe, and energy-efficient loading process by allowing vehicles to dock with their doors closed. This innovative approach helps maintain the cold chain, enhances protection against theft and contamination, and supports efficient customs-controlled operations.
  • Single-skinned version LHC 2: The single-skinned loading house LHC 2 consists of a sturdy steel frame construction with single-skinned corrugated sheet steel cladding – optionally equipped with anti-condensation equipment. It is suitable for roof loads of up to 3 kN/m².
  • Double-skinned version LHP 2: The steel frame construction of the double-skinned loading house LHP 2 is cladded with 60 mm thick double-skinned steel panels. These provide acoustic insulation during loading and prevent unwanted heating of refrigerated goods due to solar radiation.  
  • Loading house LHF 2: The loading house LHF 2, with its sturdy steel frame construction, can be cladded on site to match the building facade.
  • Insulated air lock: The heavily insulated air lock with 80 mm thick sandwich cladding protects sensitive goods during loading. We recommend the industrial sectional door LPU 67 Thermo as an optimal insulation solution.

For more information on the various loading tunnels and their equipment, please see our brochure!

Application areas of loading tunnels

Optimum solutions for every industry

  • Logistics and freight forwarding: Also available as a flexible solution for retrofitting loading sites
  • Industry and production: For full use of the interior space and protection of goods from adverse weather effects
  • Food and cold logistics: For temperature-controlled areas such as deep-freeze or fresh produce storage areas where temperature levels must be maintained reliably.
  • Wholesale and retail: Ideal for limited yard space: space-saving angled arrangement.

Fitting and maintenance

Safe installation and maintenance are essential to ensuring reliable long-term performance. To support safe working practices, Hörmann loading houses are equipped with an integrated fall-arrest anchorage point as standard, helping to protect personnel during roof access and maintenance activities. To keep your loading operation running smoothly, Hörmann provides expert technical support, maintenance and repair services, delivering fast and reliable assistance whenever required. For added peace of mind, all Hörmann loading houses are backed by a guaranteed spare parts availability period of up to 10 years, helping to maximise uptime and protect your investment over the long term.

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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.

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