RE: loading dock declined approach



  Bob,

As mentioned before, the distance the grade is spread over will make it manageable or un-manageable, the shorter, the harder.  Another concern is the height of trucks, vans, and trailers, with any grade at the dock I would invest in some ramps to raise their height.   Also, make sure you have good drainage in your dock area as run off will flow to that area.

 

Jon Pierro  

 

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From: pacinlist-bounces@pacin.org [mailto:pacinlist-bounces@pacin.org] On Behalf Of Bob Hellier
Sent: Monday, September 10, 2007 9:35 AM
To: pacinlist@pacin.org
Subject: loading dock declined approach

 

My museum is working on plans for a new building. Due to site constraints, it may be necessary for the loading dock to have a declined approach of 9%. I would welcome feedback, particularly from those with practical experience with such a situation. How big a problem is this? Is loading or unloading a semi trailer at that amount of angle (a) of no concern, (b) a minor inconvenience, or (c) worse? Thanks much.

 

Bob Hellier
Designer/Preparator
Tampa Museum of Art
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Tampa, Florida 33602
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