Industrial Dock Apron Construction Texas

Dock apron design considers multiple load conditions. Truck trailer landing gear creates point loads exceeding 50,000 pounds. Dock leveler cycling generates impact forces. Forklift traffic creates abrasion. Concrete thickness, reinforcement, and joint layout address each of these demands.

Slope management at dock aprons affects both drainage and operations. Aprons must slope away from buildings for drainage while maintaining acceptable grades for forklift travel and trailer positioning. We achieve the precise grades that balance these requirements.

Dock equipment coordination begins during design and continues through commissioning. We review equipment submittals for embed requirements, coordinate rough in with concrete work, and ensure smooth transitions between concrete and equipment interfaces. This coordination prevents costly field modifications.

Joint layout at dock aprons requires special attention. Joints must accommodate expected movement without creating edges that catch forklift wheels or allow water infiltration. We place joints to align with equipment edges where possible and specify appropriate sealants for heavy traffic conditions.