Call to rethink loading

Transdek has recommended the introduction of a new loading bay height at distribution centres handling high volumes of deliveries through fixed double deck trailers.

Most conventional loading bays are constructed with a raised floor height of 1,200mm to enable a straight run through of loads onto single deck trailers, with minor height adjustments made using dock levellers.With the increased use of more efficient delivery solutions using double deck trailers, which typically feature 900mm and 2.9m decks, lifts are essential equipment to fill both levels. This necessitates the double handling of product, adding time to the process. To address this issue, Transdek believes a new approach incorporating a gradual gradient in double deck bays to allow operatives a direct run on and off the lower vehicle deck. It believes new distribution centres should be built with dedicated double deck loading bays with a descen