Door Industry Journal - Winter 2016

Also online at: www.dijonline.co.uk 77 THE door industry journal winter 2016 industrial doors The new technology that could reduce workplace accidents by 15% Loading bays are notoriously hazardous places to work. In fact, the Health and Safety Executive estimates that around 15% of all workplace transport injuries happen during the unloading and loading process, and many occur when a vehicle leaves the loading bay too early. That’s why leading door manufacturer, Hörmann, is introducing new technology to prevent such accidents. Hörmann’s MWB Wheel-Blocking system is a manually- operated system that locks lorries and trailers into place so that they can’t move until the unloading or loading process is complete. A rotating arm lock, fold-out support pedestal and operating lever detect the working position of the wheels and an advanced LED sensor flashes green once the vehicle has been secured. The status of the lorry is then displayed in the hall along with a key switch that provides an override function for swap containers. Commenting on the product launch, Hörmann’s UK Marketing Manager, David O’Mara,said: “As loading bay specialists, we understand the hazards that are present during the loading process, and we’re committed to reducing them by creating innovative safety features, such as the Wheelblocker. It’s a vital product for any warehouse and we hope to see a dramatic reduction in loading bay accidents as a result of introducing it to the UK market.” The MWB Wheel-Blocking system also comes with additional safety features, including an optional LED driveway. For more information on Hörmann’s product range and service packages, please call 01530 513000 or visit www.hormann.co.uk