Enhance the safety, speed, and efficiency of your loading operations with our advanced TRU‑DOCK™ dock loading systems.
Engineered for demanding commercial and industrial environments, TRU‑DOCK™ solutions deliver reliable performance while reducing manual handling and operational downtime.
Proudly designed and manufactured in New Zealand, our systems are built to suit local operating conditions and the needs of industries across logistics, food and beverage, warehousing, cold storage, and manufacturing. Local production means shorter lead times, faster access to parts, and responsive support from a team that understands New Zealand facilities, compliance requirements, and site constraints.
Whether you’re designing new loading bays or upgrading existing facilities, our experienced team is here to provide expert guidance, tailored recommendations, and full support throughout your project ensuring your loading dock is optimised for long‑term productivity, safety, and durability.
Explore Our Dock Loading Solutions
From heavy‑duty dock levellers to protective seals, shelters, pods, and safety accessories, each system is engineered to handle demanding commercial and industrial environments. Explore the range below to find the right fit for your facility’s workflow, layout, and performance goals.
Dock Levellers
TRU‑LEVEL Hydraulic Dock Leveller
A robust, easy‑to‑operate leveller engineered for fast, safe loading across a wide range of truck heights. Delivers smooth forklift movement and improved productivity in busy environments.
Best for: logistics hubs, distribution centres, and high‑volume warehouse operations.
TRU‑LEVEL Edge of Dock Leveller
A practical, cost‑effective solution ideal for retrofitting older sites. Provides immediate bridging capability without major construction work.
Best for: existing loading bays needing quick, simple upgrades.
TRU‑DOCK™ Dock Frame
A durable, engineered support structure to house and stabilise dock levellers. Perfect for facilities adding levelling capability.
Best for: dock refurbishments and structural upgrades.
Dock Seals and Shelters
TRU‑SEAL TS101 Inflatable Dock Seal
A highly effective inflatable air‑bag seal that forms a tight fit around a wide range of truck sizes, improving environmental control during loading and unloading.
Best for: cold stores, food processing, and operations needing maximum sealing.
TRU‑SEAL TS300 Compact Dock Seal
A slimline protective seal designed specifically for container loading that blocks wind, rain, pests, and temperature loss.
Best for: sites handling frequent container loading.
TRU‑SEAL TS200 Dock Shelter
A heavy‑duty PVC shelter that accommodates varied truck sizes while providing reliable weather and splash protection.
Best for: general warehousing and facilities with mixed vehicle fleets.
TRU‑DOCK™ Automated Loading Pods
A fully integrated loading environment designed for high‑volume container operations. Featuring smooth forklift access, improved safety, environmental control, and faster turnaround times.
Best for: high‑throughput logistics, import/export facilities, and weather‑exposed sites.
Dock Safety and Accessories
TRU-DOCK™ Reversing Sensor
A traffic‑light guidance system that helps drivers align safely with the dock, shifting from green to orange to red as the truck approaches. This reduces collision risks and improves controlled, accurate docking.
Best for: facilities wanting clearer driver guidance and safer vehicle positioning during docking.
TRU-DOCK™ Trailer Restraint
A robust restraint system that helps secure trailers in place during loading to prevent early departure, trailer creep, or unexpected movement.
Best for: facilities prioritising worker safety, forklift stability, and controlled loading environments.
TRU-DOCK™ Wheel Chocks
Durable chocks designed to stabilise trucks and prevent wheel roll‑away during loading, adding an essential layer of dock safety.
Best for: any loading site needing a simple, reliable method of securing vehicles.
TRU‑DOCK™ Dock Bumpers
Heavy‑duty bumpers that protect your building and dock equipment from truck impact, reducing repairs and extending facility lifespan.
Best for: any facility operating trucks or forklift loading near the dock edge.
New Zealand Manufactured
Short Lead Times
Local Support and Servicing
Frequently Asked Questions
A dock leveller creates a smooth, safe bridge between the building slab and the truck deck.
A dock seal compresses or inflates around the vehicle perimeter for a tighter barrier and better temperature control.
A dock shelter uses a durable curtain to accommodate varied truck sizes while still providing light weather protection.
Use an inflatable dock Seal for a snug, air‑bag style seal that fits a range of vehicle sizes and helps reduce drafts. For sites with varied vehicles, a dock shelter improves weather protection while maintaining flexibility.
If container throughput is high and conditions are harsh, our TRU‑DOCK™ Automated Loading Pod provides the strongest environmental control by enclosing the loading interface.
Combine a trailer restraint system with wheel chocks to minimise early departure, trailer creep, or roll‑away, and add dock bumpers to protect the building and leveller from impact. This layered approach improves forklift safety and reduces damage risk at the dock edge.
Yes. An edge‑of‑dock leveller is designed as a practical retrofit where a full pit-style leveller isn’t feasible. Pair it with Dock Bumpers and, if needed, a dock frame to provide structural support for upgrades.
A dock frame could also be used to accommodate a full pit-style leveller when upgrading or modifying an existing dock.
Follow your product manuals: routinely check mechanical/hydraulic components on levellers and inspect seals or shelter fabrics for wear, alignment, and inflation performance.
Keep the interface clean, schedule periodic inspections, and replace wear items proactively to maintain smooth, safe operation.
Yes. Our dock loading systems are designed and manufactured in New Zealand, ensuring they’re built for local conditions and supported by shorter lead times, reliable quality control, and responsive nationwide servicing. This local manufacturing approach allows us to deliver solutions that suit New Zealand’s commercial and industrial environments while providing strong long‑term support.
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