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www.truckandtrack.com Winter 2019 Truck and Track 31 LOADING BAYS unloading of end loads. Long chamfers and the lip angle ensure a smooth transition from the dock leveller to the vehicle floor in every situation. The Stertil X-Series is also suitable for 3-wheel forklift trucks. Inaddition, theX-Series provides superior practicality thanks to the auto park function and extensive control options. The various installation methods, wide range of sizes and load capacities of six or eight tonnes make the X-Series suitable for almost any situation. The X-Series meets EN 1398 safety standards. In case of premature vehicle departure (if the forklift truck is still on the leveller), the automatic panic-stop activates. The leveller in most cases remains in operation even after a panic-stop situation. The emergency stop button on the control box can also be operated at any time. Also, the platform can tilt 125 mm to both sides without influencing the functionality of the centre positioned robust main cylinder and, therefore smoothly following the movements of the truck. During maintenance, the platformis held safely inpositionbymeans of two maintenance supports. When the platform is in parked position, it is automatically supported by two cross-traffic safety legs. Practicality and safety go hand-in-handwith the X-Series advanced control system. The dock leveller can be positioned perfectly using the three control buttons, and returned to the parked position using the standard auto park function. There are several advanced control options which provide additional functions: door control, shelter control, automated interlock to prevent operation when the dock door is not fully open, and automatic door closure locking until the leveller has been parked correctly. Each of the docks features a Thermadoor dock door complete with panoramic windows to ensure maximum natural light thereby enhancing working conditions for the loading bay personnel. Suitable for all industrial applications, the extensive Thermadoor range comprises models for almost every environment and application. Allmodels incorporate a robust construction and heavy duty hardware designed to give a long trouble-free working life in rigorous conditions. Also, a range of track configurations is possible to suit different building layouts and headroom available. All doors feature a host of safety features including finger protection at panel-to-panel joints. Thermadoor overhead doors meet the requirements of EN 13241- 1: 2003. Based on this standard, doors are CE marked. Also, wind load tests are in accordance with EN12424 and thermal resistance is calculated and provided in accordance with EN 12428. Offering reliable protection to reversing vehicles and thewarehouse building, the Stertil installation includes PE450 dock bumpers at each dock. The latest generation of PE Dock Bumpers from Stertil Dock & Door products provides unrivalled protection for vehicles, loading bays and buildings. The PE dock bumpers’ innovative design also allows left and right bumpers to be simply interchanged and rotated to enable users to achieve four times the working life of traditional dock bumpers. Stertil PE dock bumpers combine a unique robust construction and patented materials to provide superior performance and longevity. Each bumper is housed within a solid galvanised steel frame mounted directly to the dock face using concealed fixings. This ensures that fixing bolts are completely covered, yet easily accessible, to prevent thembeing damaged by or causing damage to reversing lorries. Also contained within the galvanised steel frame is a pair of innovative rubber cushioning strips that spread the impact forces of reversing vehicles to help eliminate damage. Mounted in front of and positioned against the cushioning strips is the pad of the PE bumper which may be supplied in black or yellow colours. This ultra high molecular polyethylene pad offers a low coefficient of friction to reduce abrasive frictional forces created by the movement of a vehicle during loading and unloading operations. Crucially, the bumper padmay be quickly fitted or removed utilising the steel frame’s removable bottom plate. The Stertil installation also includes three level access doors, measuring 4000mm x 5000mm, to provide free movement of fork trucks and other wheeled loads into and out of the warehouse. Commenting on the Baytree installation, Andy Georgiou, General Manager of Stertil Dock & Door Products, “We were delighted to once again teamupwith Chetwood Architects on such a prestigious project. Designed tobe versatile enough tomeet all future operating requirements, we are confident that the Stertil solution offers unbeatable performance, reliability and value for money.”