achieving the lowest cost of equipment ownership and building operation
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Achieving the Lowest Cost of Equipment Ownership and Building Operation.
Purpose
Before a building is built, those involved debate the color of the bathroom paint. 5 years later, all anyone cares about is the roof, the HVAC system and the dock equipment.
The following presentation will illustrate how choosing the right dock and door products, for the right application, can insure the lowest overall cost of equipment ownership, and building value.
Objective – To Save Money in 3 areas
1) Equipment – Increase longevity with proper application and Preventative Maintenance (STP)
2) Building – Lower cost of operation/
”Green Buildings”
3) Repairs and Replacement – Lower ongoing maintenance costs and building operation
Equipment - Leveler Maintenance
Problem – Maintenance on mechanical levelers can cost upwards of $700/yr per position*
Solution – Push button Technology (Air Docks or Hydraulic) can be as low as $41/year per position*
R.O.I. to upgrade to Push Button from mechanical will average 2-3 years depending on usage
* Denotes actual client case studies
Illustration – Leveler Maintenance
90% of all leveler failure is in the front or rear hinge
Levelers can last from 1 to 20+ years
Note: cracked hinge on 7 year old leveler
Note: Only 2 rear hinges. Unstable and
weak
Solution – Nordock 20 Year Warranty - front and rear hinge
Longer lasting “open lug front hinge with header plate”gives 33% more weld, more support andno place for debris to catch
Full width rear hinge is very stable
Preventative Maintenance – “STP”
Problem – “Lease renewals” or “Move-outs” miss equipment damage (Due to tenant neglect or abuse) negatively affecting capital budgets.
Solution – “American STP” (Preventative Maintenance)– Insures maximum equipment longevity– Catches tenant neglect or abuse– Annual Inspection insures an accurate inventory of
equipment condition for capital budgets– Provides tenants with discounts, warranty extensions, and
dock safety training
Problem – Compression Seals
Compression seals have a shorter life span due to over
compression resulting in “blow-out”. Over compression can also
lead to very expensive building damage.
6 year old seal showing damage due to over compression. *This was on a sloped dock and resulted in a cracked header (Big $)
Solution – L-Pads
Note: Trailer backsinto the “L-Pad” to get sealed to buildingand NOT into Compression Seal (apologies for the poor diagram)
Problem – Energy Loss
Missing Weather Stripping
A 9’X10’ standard Sectional Overhead Door
and Leveler with just a ¼” gap around the
perimeter equals a 13”X13” square of OPEN
space. Installing weather stripping has a 2-3
MONTH payback on reduced utility costs.
Problem – Energy Loss through poorly insulated Overhead Doors
R-Value on traditional Overhead Doors ranges from 0 to 16. The higher the number, the “Greener” the building
Solution - Insulated doors.Energy Savings - 2 to 4 year payback on installing
– CHI 3216 with a “True” R-14 – Or MxV Breakaway with “True” R-16
Benefit – “Green” buildings command better resale, are easier to market, and are environmentally friendly
Problem - Repairing “Hit Doors”
• 70% of all door hits affect the bottom panel• Solution – “Breakaway” doors or bottom panels
Problem – Restraints using dated “Impact design” wear over time.
Note: Top Wear
Note: Rust and front wear which jambs ICC bar, necessitating replacement
Solution – Nordock “Non-Impact” Design
•Non-Impact design•Push button activation•Sensor bar notifies Dock Operator for safety•Zinc Plated - nearly rust proof•Virtually maintenance free•Housing encloses working parts from inclement weather and debris •Self cleaning guide track
Problem – Poor Installation
Improper installation of spring wore on shaft – Door Collapsed!
Normal overhead door shaft for springs.
Mismatched panels, end stiles and incorrectly installed hinges.
Problem – Incorrect Installation
Note: Worthless Seals -Truck bumper touchingBut top of Seal wide open
Note the “cupped” Leveler Lip. The Leveler Rating, andpiano hinge Style, was not enough to handle the application.
Solution – Great Service and Proper Installation
American Door and Dock
– 35 Years in Business– Longest Tenured Service Technicians in the
Chicago area– Full range of Commercial Entry and Exit Services
- Service. Trust. Partner.
Questions?Craig Herriges, CPMR
Solutions Specialist.
American Door and Dock
Cell 847-815-5922
888-SOS-DOOR (888-767-3667)