Concrete Loading Docks
Commercial concrete loading docks in Allen, TX
As a general contractor working directly with developers and property owners, we deliver concrete loading docks services for commercial and industrial properties throughout Allen, TX and the DFW metroplex. No subcontracting, just our experienced crews, your project, and clear accountability.
Service Overview
Loading docks are the operational heart of distribution, manufacturing, and retail facilities. A properly constructed dock withstands constant abuse from trailer impacts, supports heavy dock equipment, and maintains safety for workers and drivers. In the DFW logistics market, dock construction quality directly affects operational efficiency and long-term maintenance costs.
Our loading dock construction addresses the structural demands of modern logistics operations. We engineer dock foundations to handle concentrated trailer loads, install depressed dock pits with proper drainage, and construct truck courts capable of supporting 80,000+ lb tractor-trailer combinations. The approach slabs, dock bumpers, and ramp transitions all receive attention during design.
Dock aprons and truck courts face particular stress in North Texas. Summer heat causes thermal expansion that can damage improperly jointed concrete, while heavy truck traffic concentrates wear at approach locations. We design these areas with appropriate reinforcement, joint spacing, and concrete thickness to handle the abuse.
Whether you are building a new distribution center or rehabilitating aging dock infrastructure, we bring the same attention to engineering and construction quality that protects your investment for decades of operation.
What's Included
Scope inclusions for commercial concrete loading docks
- Dock pit excavation and foundation construction
- Depressed dock slab with drainage integration
- Truck court paving with heavy-duty reinforcement
- Approach slab construction at dock positions
- Dock equipment embedments and anchor installation
- Curb and wheel stop installation
- Slope and drainage engineering
- Armored joints at high-stress locations
- Coordination with dock equipment installer
Common Project Situations
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about concrete loading docks
What concrete thickness is required for truck court and dock approach areas?
Truck courts typically require 8-10 inches of concrete to handle 80,000 lb truck loads. Approach slabs and areas where trucks turn or brake may need additional thickness or reinforcement. We design each area based on expected traffic patterns and loads.
How do you handle dock pit drainage?
Depressed dock pits require positive drainage to remove rain water and wash-down water. We integrate trench drains, floor drains, or sump systems into the dock pit design, sloping floors to drain points and connecting to storm or sanitary systems per code.
Can you construct drive-in ramps for ground-level loading?
Yes. We construct drive-in ramps for facilities that load at floor level rather than dock height. These ramps require specific slopes, transitions, and drainage details that we address during design.
Do you install dock equipment embedments?
We install embed plates, anchor bolts, and sleeves for dock levelers, vehicle restraints, and bumpers as part of concrete construction. Coordination with your dock equipment supplier ensures correct placement.
How do you handle existing operations during dock rehabilitation?
We develop phased construction plans that maintain partial dock operations throughout rehabilitation. Night work, weekend pours, and accelerated cure procedures allow us to return dock positions to service quickly.
Example Project Capability
Representative project scope
Situation
Third-party logistics company needed new dock facility to support retail distribution contract with strict timeline commitments
Scope
24-position loading dock with 85,000 SF truck court
Our Approach
Delivered aggressive pour schedule with crews working extended shifts, coordinated with dock equipment installer for embedded hardware, achieved substantial completion ahead of contract deadline
Expected Outcome
Facility operational in time for seasonal distribution volume, dock handling 150+ trailers daily
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