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NEW. Energy-saving dock leveller HTL 2 ISO, controls with BlueControl and SmartControl
as well as wheel-blocking system MWB2 for increased workplace safety
2 CONTENTS
4
Good reasons
to try Hörmann
loading technology.
22
Application areas.
36
Versions.
Accessories.
Technology.
HÖRMANN 3
Brand quality
for industrial construction
The family-owned company Hörmann offers all important construction components
for building and renovating projects from a single source. We manufacture in highly
specialised factories using state-of-the-art production technologies. Our employees
work intensively on new products, continual further developments and improvements
to details. The results are patents and unique products on the market.
HÖRMANN 5
Sustainable planning
for trend-setting construction
Experienced specialists within our customer-oriented sales organisation accompany you
from the planning stage, through technical clarification up to the final building inspection.
Complete working documentation, such as, e.g. data sheets, are always accessible and
up-to-date at www.hoermann.de
HÖRMANN 7
Easy to fit
and service
Hörmann controls for industrial doors and dock levellers can be combined very well with
compact systems thanks to standardised housing sizes and the same cable sets. Depending
on the equipment, needs-based interfaces and intelligent accessories support installation,
adjustment work and troubleshooting procedures, both on-site and via remote access.
HÖRMANN 9
Effective
thermal insulation
Matched energy-efficient solutions at the loading site offer tremendous energy-saving
potential. With interior solutions, the aim is to effectively reduce heat losses via the steel
structure of the dock levellers. Insulation below the dock leveller and doors running in front
of the dock leveller are now an indispensable part of temperature-controlled buildings. With
loading houses, the entire loading site is positioned in front of the building. The thermally
insulated external door provides an optimum building closure outside of loading times.
HÖRMANN 11
Insulated
dock levellers
The HTL2 ISO efficiently reduces energy losses via the dock leveller (transmission and
ventilation losses). Equipped with 50 mm thick insulation panels underneath the platform
and a patented, moving insulation panel underneath the lip, this dock leveller improves
insulation in the home position and during loading (working position) by around 55%.
HTL 2
1400 (without
insulation)
1200
HTL 2 ISO
800
600
400
200
0
0 8
Loading time per day in hours
* Determined under test conditions with exclusive consideration of the dock leveller,
without assumptions regarding peripheral factors such as the door, number of loading
sites, etc. The effect of the seals underneath the platform is not taken into account.
Therefore, the thermal protection effect is even higher in practice.
HÖRMANN 13
Long-lasting, reliable
construction
The S 235 moulded steel platform of the dock leveller is made of a single piece up to a size
of 2000 × 3000 mm. With wider and longer dock levellers, a carefully made welding seam
joins the plates, resulting in a continuously sturdy platform. The number and design of the
girders prevent deformation, caused by lane grooves for example, beyond the degree
required by EN 1398.
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Fast and safe
loading and unloading
Efficient loading is only possible when the load is moved in or out of the lorry in a single
horizontal movement. Hörmann dock levellers with particularly flat transitions are the ideal
solution to compensate for the difference in height between different lorry loading surfaces
and the loading platform. The loading process is much faster and damage to the transported
goods is avoided.
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Energy-efficient and sustainable
loading with the DOBO system
With Hörmann DOBO docking systems (docking before opening), the hall door and vehicle
doors are only opened when it is really necessary. The lorry docks with its doors closed.
The doors are positioned inside the hall once the hall door has opened. From the docking
assistant, the dock shelter, and the dock leveller to the movable buffers, all components
are optimally matched to each other. DOBO systems can be implemented particularly
easily with loading houses.
SPEED. The DOBO system saves approx. CUSTOMS CLEARANCE PROCEDURE. The
5 minutes per lorry during docking, as the lorry can dock as soon as it reaches the loading
driver does not have to get out to open the site, since the seal can be released from inside.
doors beforehand. In addition, swap containers
can be docked in the evening and unloaded
the following morning. ENERGY COST SAVINGS. A DOBO loading
site can easily be implemented with a HTL2 ISO
dock leveller, saving energy and hence money.
WORKPLACE SAFETY. Safe docking without
having to leave the vehicle minimises the risk
of accidents in the danger zone between the CLOSED COLD CHAINS. The inflatable dock
vehicle and the ramp. seal reduces temperature exchange and ensures
hygienic transport.
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Building and
vehicle protection
Damage to the vehicle and the ramp can be avoided only through careful and precise
docking. High-quality approach buffers absorb the lorry's dynamic forces during the docking
operation. Robust impact absorber profile bollards prevent expensive collision damage
indoors and outdoors on doors or dock shelters. Docking assistance systems carefully guide
the driver to the ramp with warning lights.
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22 APPLICATION AREAS | CONTENTS
24
Dock levellers
26
Loading houses
28
Dock shelters and seals
30
Buffers, mounting plates
and mounting brackets
32
Wheel chocks, manoeuvring
guides and docking assistant
34
Warning lights
and working lamps
HÖRMANN 23
DOCK LEVELLERS. An optimum
strategy for the right dock levellers
improves efficiency in any logistics
company. Select the ramp height so
that the height difference to the lorry
loading surface is as small as possible.
You should also consider the vertical
movement of the vehicle, e.g. due
to the spring travel during loading
and unloading, or the parking heights
for swap containers.
24 APPLICATION AREAS
TOP LEFT. Hydraulic dock levellers effortlessly bridge greater height differences.
The HLS2 with hinged lip is available with a rated load of up to 180 kN for loading
heavy goods.
TOP RIGHT. Mechanical dock levellers are suitable for fast loading and unloading thanks
to their almost identical loading surface heights and small difference in height to the
loading platform.
BOTTOM. Hörmann dock levellers with particularly flat transitions are the ideal solution
to compensate for the difference in height between different loading surfaces and the
loading platform.
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LOADING HOUSES. Energy losses outside of loading times are minimized
because the entire loading site is placed in front of the hall and the door
closes the hall completely. This makes it easy to implement sustainable
loading concepts. In addition, loading houses are highly recommended in
modernisations because the hall can be fully utilised up the external walls.
Loading houses can be arranged at different angles, depending on the
available exterior area, so as to create sufficient room for movement for
docking. If a high number of loading sites is required, loading houses can
be coupled to create in-line arrangements that are both inexpensive and
visually appealing.
26 APPLICATION AREAS
TOP LEFT. Loading houses in an angled
arrangement provide a space-saving
solution if external space is limited.
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TOP LEFT. Flap dock shelters are the first choice
for different vehicle sizes.
28 APPLICATION AREAS
DOCK SHELTERS AND SEALS. Seal the clearance between
the building and the lorry. As a result, they protect goods and
personnel against adverse weather effects when the door is
open. They also effectively reduce ventilation heat losses during
the loading and unloading process, hence saving energy costs.
Dock seals and shelters are particularly efficient when they
are optimally adapted to the docking vehicles and the loading
situation concerned. Hörmann offers a wide range of flexible
versions with individual equipment options such as inflatable
corner cushions.
HÖRMANN 29
BUFFERS, MOUNTING PLATES AND MOUNTING BRACKETS.
Buffers are an indispensable part of the loading site. Protect
buildings and vehicles against damage by the lorry’s dynamic
forces during the docking operation. Selecting the right design
version, correct dimensioning and proper positioning are essential
for optimum effectiveness of the buffers. Mounting brackets
can be used to adjust the buffers to a higher docking position.
30 APPLICATION AREAS
TOP. Buffers DB 15 and DB 20 made of rubber or PU protect against
damage by docking forces.
BOTTOM LEFT. The VBV4 and VBV5 moving buffers are used in the energy-
saving DOBO loading concept. The buffer can be lowered once the
docking operation is complete.
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MANOEUVRING GUIDE, DOCKING ASSISTANT AND WHEEL
BLOCKING. Wheel guides or electronic docking aids assist the
driver with docking and prevent damage to the vehicle and ramp.
A precise docking position is important for effective support of the
dock leveller, a safe loading process and the proper functionality
of the dock shelter. In addition, we recommend measures such as
wheel chocks or wheel-blocking systems to ensure that the lorry
remains in its safe docking position.
32 APPLICATION AREAS
TOP LEFT. The steel wheel guide assists the
driver with docking. The WSPG wheel chock
with sensor releases the loading platform only
upon contact with the tyre.
HÖRMANN 33
TOP. Warning lights outside communicate with the
driver using internationally understandable traffic
light colours.
34 APPLICATION AREAS
SIGNAL TRANSMITTERS, WORKING LAMPS AND
BOLLARDS. If there is no visual contact at the loading site,
communication between the lorry driver and logistics personnel
is limited. Interior and exterior warning lights provide visual
information, e.g. that the lorry has reached the docking position
and is secured. A green light outside means the driver can leave
the ramp after the loading process. There is usually insufficient
additional lighting in the lorry's loading area. Docklights with
a swivel arm ensure a well-lit loading area, both day and night.
Loading is so much safer and faster. In addition, damage to the
transported goods is largely avoided.
HÖRMANN 35
36 VERSIONS, ACCESSORIES, TECHNOLOGY | CONTENT
48 Versions.
Accessories.
Technology.
54
40 Mechanical tailboards
100
HÖRMANN 37
Mechanical dock levellers MLS / MRS
At the same vehicle heights and low height difference to the building floor
Tip For MRS loading ramps, use a flap dock shelter, e.g. DSS,
with a depth of at least 900 mm, to bridge the fitting depth
between side support bracket and buffer.
HÖRMANN 39
Mechanical tailboard MRF
Where special workplace safety requirements have to be met
Safety zone through vertical home position Side brackets with railing and buffer SB15
Depth of support brackets 560 mm for buffers DB 15 (PU), SB 15 * At max. 12.5% slope according to EN 1398:
510 mm for buffers VB 2, SBM above level 85 mm, below level 124 mm
HÖRMANN 41
Hydraulic dock levellers
With changing vehicles and for larger height differences to the building floor
Hinged lip dock leveller, type HLS 2 pit model P for fitting by welding
Telescopic lip dock leveller, type HTL 2 frame model FR with self-supporting base frame for fitting by casting
HÖRMANN 43
Hydraulic dock levellers with hinged lip
For simple bridging and for rated loads of up to 180 kN
615
555
490
430
365
360
335
330
305
300
245
235
Tip: Length of
2000 2500 3000 3500 4000 4500 5000
2750 dock leveller
–285
–295
–305
–335
–340 –340
–345
–370
–375
–380
–385
All dimensions in mm
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Hydraulic dock levellers with telescopic lip
For energy-saving loading concepts and precise bridging
550
540
530
480
470
460
450
430
415
405
395
370
340
325
270
Tip: Length of
2000 2500 3000 3500 4000 4500 5000
2750 dock leveller
–345
–350
–395 –395
–400 –400
–405
–410
–415 –415
–420
–425
–430 –430
–450 –450
–455
–470 –470
–490
All dimensions in mm
HÖRMANN 47
Hydraulic dock leveller HTL 2 ISO
Reduction of transmission and ventilation heat loss
Effective insulation and seal protruding insulation panel . The 1150 mm long type IC
The HTL 2 ISO efficiently reduces energy losses via the lip bridges the distance between the dock leveller and
dock leveller. The equipment provides approx. 55% the vehicle. With its 390 mm free overlap length ,
better insulation in the home position and during the required minimum overlap area of 100 mm stipulated
loading (working position). The insulation panels with in EN 1398 is always possible, even in the case of offset
a thickness of 50 mm reduce energy losses through the loading surfaces of refrigerated vehicles, for example.
building structure (transmission loss). They are installed
directly under the platform and the lip, at almost the same
height as the building floor insulation. The remaining Tailboard slot is easily accessible at any time
thermal bridge is minimal, even behind the dock leveller. The low installation height despite the insulation enables
Different seals reduce ventilation heat loss, i.e. energy loss generous clearance underneath the dock leveller , ideal
via the joints, such as the gap between the dock leveller for vehicles with a tailboard. In combination with the door
and the pit . moving up to the panel, the tailboard slot can be used
even when the door is closed.
The insulation also efficiently reduces energy losses in
the working position, such as during loading. In this case,
the insulation panel is carried along under the lip when Easy to fit and service
it is pushed out and the transmission is insulated . Fitting is as easy as ever thanks to the fully pre-assembled
At the same time, the slits created by the design of long HTL 2 ISO insulation panels and seals. The hydraulics are
telescopic lips are sealed, thereby preventing further located underneath the insulation panels and are therefore
ventilation heat loss. This has a particularly positive effect easily accessible at all times.
in the case of longer loading times. When not in use,
the loading site is ideally insulated when the hall door
is closed in front of the dock leveller up to the lower
390
50
50
HÖRMANN 49
Security features as standard
Operational safety through safety components
Better acoustic insulation and improved anti-slip Reduced ventilation heat loss
function For dock levellers that are fitted inside the building,
In order to significantly reduce the noise when driving gap sealing is strongly recommended. When the dock
over the dock leveller, a thicker anti-slip coating is applied. leveller is in the home position and at low inclination also
This reduces contact noise to create a more pleasant in working position, the side gap next to the dock leveller
work environment. The sound emissions depend on the is sealed. It prevents drafts as well as the escape of warm
tyre type and speed of the transport vehicles as well as air. The insulated dock lever HTL 2 ISO has gap sealing
on any inherent sound of the transported goods. as standard.
An anti-slip coating of class R11 according to DIN 51130
is recommended e.g. in case of increased moisture due to
cleaning in meat processing plants. The coating is applied
to the moulded material of platform and lip. This ensures
that even in case of damage, the anti-slip requirements
of EN 1398 continue to be met.
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Hydraulic dock levellers
Lip shapes and lip lengths
Lip shapes
Type R, straight
• Standard up to an ordering width of 2000 mm,
• optionally over 2000 mm
Type S, angled
• Standard over an ordering width of 2000 mm,
• optionally up to 2000 mm
Type SG
• With separate lip segments to accommodate
various lorry widths
• Resistant to working stresses of up to 600 kg
• The folding out or sliding out of the segments
stops when they encounter an obstacle,
e.g. the lorry
• Folding in or sliding in takes place automatically
when returning to the home position
• Exclusively available for type HLS 2, HRT
and HTL 2 with a rated load of up to 60 kN:
For hinged lips approx. 145 mm wide
For telescopic lips approx. 170 mm wide
• Surface of lip segments for HLS 2 same as dock
leveller, with telescopic lip dock levellers always
galvanized
40 Lip lengths
5 Select a lip length so that a contact surface of at least
40
5
100 mm in accordance with EN 1398 and maximum 150 mm
is possible. Note the distance from the lorry to the ramp
40
5
using buffers on the ramp and vehicle.
Sturdy lip
The hinged lip and telescopic lip are made of running plate
from a single piece. The lip made of S 355 moulded steel
fulfils all requirements with a thickness of 12 / 14 mm.
12 10
00 00
5010
0 00
50
0
50
0
1000
12 10
00 0
10
0
12
00 10 0
10 0 12 00
00 00 10
10 00
00
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Controls
Hydraulic dock levellers
Simple operation
Hörmann controllers are clear, simple and well designed.
An LED light shows the operation status.
Hinged lip dock levellers are operated with one button via
a press-and-hold actuation . As soon as the platform
has reached its highest level, the lip will automatically fold
out. Operation of the platform and lip is separate with
telescopic lip dock levellers. Furthermore, two separate
buttons for extension and retraction allow exact
placement of the telescopic lip.
HÖRMANN 55
Controls
Hydraulic dock levellers
Combination Combination
Basic control Multi-control Basic control Multi-control Multi-control
Control 420 S
control
560 S 420 T
control
560 T 560 V
420 Si 420 Ti
Illuminated keypad ● ● ●
BlueControl app ● ● ●
Semi-operation ○ ○ ○
● = As standard
○ = with corresponding equipment
Energy-saving function
When this function is activated, the control enters a virtually de-energised state in home position.
Energy consumption in the energy-saving mode without any connected accessories:
• approx. 2 W/h at 420 S / 420 T and 420 Si / 420 Ti
• approx. 3 W/h at 560 S / 560 T / 560 V
HÖRMANN 57
BlueControl
Smart set-up and service of the dock leveller control via the app
The BlueControl app makes initial start-up, service and maintenance of dock
levellers with the controls 560 S / 560 T / 560 V even easier and more BlueControl
convenient. You can configure the dock leveller settings clearly in plain text.
Existing configurations can be saved and transferred to similar dock levellers.
In case of malfunction, the operator can send the malfunction report directly
to the Technical Service for specific assistance via the BlueControl app. This
saves you time and money.
The current generation of dock levellers with the controls 560 S / 560 T / 560 V
SmartControl can also be integrated into digital service and remote maintenance concepts.
With the SmartControl online portal, you get an all-round carefree package for
the robust logistics processes at your loading site. This minimises downtimes
through the preventive replacement of wear parts.
Advantages at a glance
• 24/7 monitoring and technical analysis of the system, also remotely
• Online portal with all important system information, e.g. Error messages
or door cycles
• No software installation required
• Cost savings thanks to fewer and shorter service visits
• Fast troubleshooting thanks to online access to the control
• Fewer and shorter downtimes due to early replacement of wearing parts
• Programming menu settings
• Push notifications when configured events occur, e.g. max. number
of cycles for service visits
• Optimisation of service and maintenance scheduling through forward planning
• Connection of up to 2 controls from the 500 series in combination with door
and dock leveller possible
• Available for all dock levellers with the controls 560 S / 560 T / 560 V
HÖRMANN 59
Controls
Air inlet control AC72
For smoke extraction concepts with industrial doors Inlet air control based on
Smoke and heat extraction systems are an essential part DIN EN 12101-2/3 and DIN 18 232-9 (8)
of preventive fire protection and personal safety. In the • Automatic opening within 60 seconds
event of fire, windows and transom lights in the facade • Monitored battery operation in case of power failure
and ceiling area are opened, allowing smoke and fumes for 72 hours
to be discharged from the building. At the same time, • Monitoring of the line from the RWA to the AC72
fresh air is supplied from below via building openings
such as inlet flaps in the building facade. Protection goals for supporting self-rescue
Thanks to the air inlet control AC72, door systems can and third-party rescue
also be integrated into smoke extraction concepts to • Support for firefighting operations
securely supply fresh air. When the fire alarm system is • Prevention of uncontrolled smoke propagation
triggered, the AC72 automatically transmits the impulse • Delay or prevention of a flash-over
for door opening to the required opening height within • Property protection
60 seconds. Additionally, the AC72 complies with the • Containment of environmental damage
general requirements for smoke extraction systems, such
as monitored battery operation in case of power failure for RWA smoke and heat extraction
72 hours. By integrating industrial doors into the smoke • Smoke extraction in the event of fire thanks to a robust,
extraction concept of your building, you can reduce the low-smoke layer near the floor (by using targeted
investment and fitting costs of additional ventilation flaps. air supply)
And because fewer doors need to be integrated into the • To ensure escape and rescue routes
facade, you improve the building's thermal insulation
as well.
• Fulfils the requirements of FVLR Directive 13 (trade
association for daylight and smoke ventilation):
Downstream openings for smoke and heat exhaust
ventilation systems
• Conforms to product standard for doors DIN EN 13241
Advantages at a glance:
• Reliable transmission due to short distance between
the reader and transponder
• The RFID reader is securely fitted underneath the dock
leveller, preventing collision damage or damage by
mechanical impact
• Minimal soiling due to the protected location of the
readers
• Cable-based, stable and reliable data transfer from the
reader to the follow-up IT station
• Very economical because only the dock leveller has
to be equipped with the RFID technology, and not
industrial vehicles such as forklifts
HÖRMANN 61
Hydraulic dock levellers
Fitting variant for fitting by welding
Rear view pit model P with angle profile, delivery including lifting equipment
HÖRMANN 63
Hydraulic dock levellers
Fitting variant as a frame model
Rear view of frame model FR (Fig. shows casting height of 200 mm)
Preassembled frame
HÖRMANN 65
Hydraulic dock levellers
Special solutions for lorries and delivery vans on a loading platform
With a longer lip, you cannot reach a larger work area unless
you increase the distance between the vehicle and the ramp!
Tip To protect the dock leveller from damage during construction,
we recommend the frame model F.
Lip length: with telescopic lip 500 mm with telescopic lip 1000 mm
HÖRMANN 67
Hydraulic loading platform
Combination of telescopic lip dock leveller and scissors table lift
340 370
395 430
345 400
395 430
All dimensions in mm
Important:
The pit must be designed in such a way that no pinching
and shearing hazard points occur! The area under the lift
table must not be accessible. A door in front of the lift
leveller down to roadway level or a front protection plate
can guarantee this.
HÖRMANN 69
DOBO system
Docking before opening
HÖRMANN 71
DOBO system
Docking before opening
HÖRMANN 73
Loading houses
Certified sturdy construction with lean design
In Übereinstimmung mit der Verordnung (EU) Nr 305/2011 des Europäischen Parlaments und des Rates vom 9. März
2011 (der EU-Bauprodukteverordnung oder CPR), gilt diese Bescheinigung für das/die Bauprodukt(e)
Tragende Bauteile aus Stahl, für tragende Konstruktionen in allen Arten von Bauwerken,
Ausführungsklasse 2, innerhalb der Gültigkeitsbereiche, wie im Anhang zur Bescheinigung
label and the online declaration construction carries a roof load of max. 1 kN/m² or 3 kN/m²
angegeben,
Hörmann KG Verkaufsgesellschaft
Upheider Weg 94-98, D-33803 Steinhagen, Deutschland
of performance, the conformity and is also recommended for snowier regions. The max.
Hörmann Alkmaar B.V.
Robbenkoog 20, 1822 BB Alkmaar, Nederland
Diese Bescheinigung bestätigt, dass alle Anforderungen an die Zertifizierung der werkseigenen Produktionskontrolle
gemäß Annex ZA der folgenden Norm
EN 1090-1:2009/A1:2011
of the pedestals and loading wind load is 0.65 kN/m². Thus, with Hörmann you can
entsprechend dem System 2+ angewendet werden und dass
Diese Bescheinigung bleibt gültig, solange sich die in der harmonisierten Norm genannten Prüfverfahren und/oder
Anforderungen der werkseigenen Produktionskontrolle zur Bewertung der Leistung der erklärten Merkmale nicht
ändern und das Produkt und die Herstellbedingungen im Werk nicht wesentlich geändert werden.
houses with the Construction plan loading houses simply and safely. For higher
Weitere Einzelheiten sind im Anhang zur Bescheinigung dargestellt.
______________________________________________________________________________
D.P. Koek
Managementbeauftragter
Products Regulation is requirements, please speak to your Hörmann partner.
Bei Verstoß gegen die im Zertifizierungsvertrag genannten Bedingungen verliert diese Bescheinigung umgehend ihre Gültigkeit.
consistently demonstrated. The frame construction and the steel pedestals of the
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HÖRMANN 75
Loading houses
The right version for any requirement
HÖRMANN 77
Flap dock shelters
Flexible and sturdy steel frame construction
HÖRMANN 79
Flap dock shelters
Tailored equipment
150 mm
Colours
Side cladding
Graphite black, similar to RAL 9011 ●
Basalt grey, similar to RAL 7012 ○
Gentian blue, similar to RAL 5010 ○
Marking stripes
White ●
Yellow ○
Orange ○
Red ○
HÖRMANN 81
Flap dock shelters
A wide range of options
Dock model ● ● ● ● ●
Roadway model ● ● ●
Link arm ● ●
Scissors arm ● ● ● ●
Recess fitting ● ●
Side flap
Ordering width Front opening width
width
600 1600
2800
700 1400
600 1800
3000
700 1600
Height
Ordering height Height of front opening
of top flap*
Depths
500 ● ● ● ● ● ●
600 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
900 ○ ○ ○
Versions DDF 10
Dock model ●
Side cushion ●
Lifting roof ●
Ordering widths Side flap width Front opening width Suitable for loading houses
All dimensions in mm
HÖRMANN 83
Inflatable dock seals
For the highest visual and technical requirements
Roll-up flap
As an alternative to the top cushions, an electric roll-up
flap offers more flexibility at different vehicle heights.
Type RCH is 2 m long and is lowered in press-and-hold
operation. The 3 m long RCP version is operated
simultaneously with the side cushions in impulse operation
and follows the vehicle even if it sags. This ensures
a constant, good seal.
HÖRMANN 85
Inflatable dock seals
Versions and equipment options
HÖRMANN 87
Cushion dock seals
Versions and details
Cushion dock seals offer excellent sealing options for Type DFC
standardised vehicle dimensions. In addition to the fit, This dock shelter with fixed side cushions, top cushion
two other aspects are important during planning: Cushion with additional top flap is suitable for smaller lorries with
dock seals not only seal the transition from the rear of the different body heights and for buildings with high loading
lorry to the building, but also the air gap between the lorry doors.
and the open door. The lorry pushes into the cushion,
making the cushions protrude into the loading opening. Standard size: 2800 × 3000 × 250 mm (W × H × D)
Cushion dock seals are therefore not suitable for lorries Front opening: 2200 × 2200 mm (W × H), with chamfered
with top flap. cushions 2040 or 1900 × 2200 mm (W × H)
380 380
50 mm
Cushions
The cushions are filled with PU foam. Together with the
sturdy base frame and the high-quality cover made of
textile-reinforced plastic flaps, the cushions form a durable
unit. The vertical cushions are either rectangular or
chamfered . Chamfered cushions are a simple solution
if the existing door is too wide. Special shapes are also
250
available if required. If the roadway slopes, for example,
cushion designs with a compensating upward or
380
downward tapering inclination are possible as required.
250
450
Colours
Marking stripes
White ●
Yellow ○ 250
Orange ○
Red ○
380
● = Standard ○ = Optional
250 25
450 300
HÖRMANN 89
Cushion dock seals BBS
Special solutions for parcel services and delivery vans
HÖRMANN 91
Buffers
Absorption and long service life
Rubber buffers VB 2
DB 15 These buffers offer flexibility that protects your building.
This version is best suited to most loading points due When vehicles remain docked close to the buffers, loading
to the size, depth and quality. and unloading due to the lorry’s movements creates
forces that cause increased wear on the buffers. The VB 2
DB 15 XL has two effects: it dampens the horizontal docking forces
This extra long buffer is designed to be fitted on a raised as a buffer and, with its vertical movement, lower the
BCV XL support bracket and, depending on the design frictional forces of the moving lorry by moving parallel. The
of the support bracket, also provides docking space rubber buffer can slide 100 mm up and down in a vertical
100 to 300 mm above ramp level. direction on a support bracket for this purpose.
DB 20 DB 25
The slightly larger depth creates a greater distance Buffers are ideal for loading points with dock shelter DAK 3.
between the vehicle and building. In addition, increased
material thickness provides better absorption and DB 11
durability. For small vehicles or as collision protection on and in the
NOTE. When choosing a DB 20, check whether sufficient building, buffers of this size are recommended. We do not
positioning depth for the lip of the dock leveller remains recommend these versions for docking lorries.
on the loading surface, especially for dock levellers with
hinged lip.
PU buffers SB 15 XL
DB 15 PU The extra long combination of full-rubber buffer and
This version has the same dimensions as the rubber angled protective front plate is, like the DB 15 XL,
DB 15, but is much more resistant to wear. The DB 15 PU designed to be fitted on a raised BCV XL support bracket
is 6 times more resistant to abrasion according to ISO 4649 and, depending on the design of the support bracket,
than a rubber buffer. also provides docking space of up to 300 mm above ramp
level. Important: The building structure must be sufficiently
Steel buffers statically dimensioned, continuous and, above all, exactly
SB 15 and SB 20 right-angled in order to be able to transfer the docking
Where buffers are subjected to extreme stress and forces properly.
conventional buffers are destroyed too quickly, Hörmann
steel buffers with full-surface absorption are the right SBM
choice. The angled protection plate on the buffer This steel buffer can slide 100 mm up and down in
distributes the force from the approaching lorry evenly a vertical direction on a support bracket, like the VB 2.
over the entire surface of the buffer and effectively
protects it from wear. The special feature of the SB 15 SB 25
and SB 20: Behind the steel plate, a so-called Steel buffers are also available in angled form. Note that
“Octabuffer” with eight air chambers ensures very with this version, the full-rubber buffers behind the steel
good absorbing properties. plate deform less and therefore greater force is transferred
into the building structure. For this reason, the building
structure must be sufficiently statically dimensioned.
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Mounting plates and mounting brackets
For optimum fastening of buffers on the building
Mounting plates may be needed to prevent the lorry from hitting the top
BMP DB, 250 × 500 mm of the building. Make sure there is sufficient support
For buffers DB 15 (PU), DB 20, SB 15, SB 20 for the lip or sufficient lip length of the dock leveller!
Mounting plates are recommended for optimum fastening On request, we can also supply special versions, e.g.
of buffers on new constructions. But they are also suitable to create a safety zone between the ramp and vehicle.
for renovation, e.g. if damage has occurred to the building.
BCV and BCV XL
BMPS DB, 195 × 500 mm For buffers DB 15 (PU), DB 20, SB 15, SB 20 as well as
For buffers DB 15 (PU), DB 20, SB 15, SB 20 DB 15 XL, SB 15 XL
This version is the optimal solution if the edge bracket The buffer can be positioned up to 300 mm higher with
of the dock leveller frame is positioned on the building the BCV support bracket, depending on the version. The
structure. The 5 mm thick mounting plate is fitted next flush connection to both contact surfaces of the building
to the edge bracket and thus prevents the acceleration structure and a reliable fixing are particularly important
forces from being transferred to the base frame. here, so that the building structure does not break away.
Preferably use rubber buffers.
Mounting brackets
BCH
For buffers DB 15 (PU), DB 20, SB 15, SB 20
The BCH increases the space between building and
vehicle. It is available in various depths and is often used
in conjunction with loading flaps. In combination with Attach an edge guard sized at least
cushion dock seals, they ensure that the cushions are not Tip 50 × 50 × 5 mm in the area of the buffers. This
pushed in excessively. If the slope is inclined towards the way, you can reduce the risk of damaging the
building and the door opening is small, a greater distance building structure through docking forces.
Buffers VBV5
VBV4 Similar to the VBV4, the VBV5 buffer can be moved
The PU buffer can be moved 250 mm on the sliding 250 mm on the sliding bracket under spring load.
bracket under spring load. It is at the standard level when However, it has an automatic release: as soon as the
docking and can then be pressed down to a lower level door is closed, the buffer springs back into the starting
and locked so that the lorry doors can be opened. After position. This always guarantees the correct position
the loading process, the buffer is released using the foot. during docking. The advantage over fully automated
The VBV4 is used exclusively with the DOBO system, systems: There are no unexpected buffer movements with
see page 70. the door open. The VBV5 can be used as a spring buffer
In addition to the buffer and the support bracket, the and for approaching above ramp level. The VBV5 is also
scope of delivery also includes a handle for a secure particularly suitable for the DOBO system, see page 70.
stand when the buffer is pressed down. The patented VBV5 system has electronically assisted gas
spring hydraulics. It can be equipped with its own control
or simply be connected to a dock leveller control
560 S / T / V.
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Buffers
Programme overview
The range of Hörmann buffers is as compact as it is high-quality and has the right solution for every requirement.
The buffers, fitting plates and support brackets are suitable for docking forces up to 100 kN.
Buffers DB 11 DB 15 DB 15 XL DB 20 VB 2 DB 25
Buffers DB 11 DB 15 DB 15 XL DB 20 VB 2 DB 25
Dimensions 80 × 490 × 90 250 × 500 × 100 250 × 750 × 100 250 × 500 × 140 250 × 595 × 149 450 / 180 × 100
Rubber buffer ● ● ● ● ● ●
PU buffer
Steel buffer
Small vehicles
Suitable for loading platforms ● ● ● ● ●
only
Movable ●
Fitting on concrete
● ● with BCV XL ● ● ●
with bolt anchors
Support bracket depth 45 – 65 – 85 – 105 – 150 – 200 – 300 – 360 – 400 – 500 – 520
Fitting height above pedestal level 100 – 120 – 150 – 200 – 250 – 300
All dimensions in mm
490 / 220 ×
250 × 500 × 100 250 × 682 × 165 250 × 682 × 195 277 × 518 × 112 277 × 518 × 152 277 × 768 × 112 277 × 610 × 161
490 / 220 × 115
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Docking assistant
Targeted and safe docking
Control MWBC
The DAP system in combination with the
MWBC control is recommended especially for
connecting a wheel chock or a wheel-blocking
500 - 1000 500 - 1000
system. After docking, the lorry has to be 50 - 100 50 - 100
secured before the door can be opened . 500 - 1000 500 - 1000
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Wheel blocking
More workplace safety at the loading site
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Manoeuvring guides
Targeted and safe docking
Manoeuvring guides
Manoeuvring guides assist the driver with centred
docking at the loading site. Hörmann offers a wide
range of options, such as wheel guides made of steel
or the optical Lightguide manoeuvring guide. A high
and long wheel guide generally offers maximum
guidance. Depending on the local conditions, it may
be useful to resort to a smaller version.
Docklight
Docklights provide a safe and bright work environment
and good illumination of the loading area, even at night.
We recommend the energy-saving LED docklight
DL 1400 with 30 W power consumption for a good
and even illumination.
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Everything from a single source
for construction and industry
Our large product range offers the right solution for any requirement. All products
are optimally adjusted to work together, ensuring high functional safety. This makes
us a strong, future-oriented partner for industrial and public construction projects.
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