Description
This shallow dock bumper is a compact, high-impact buffer designed to protect loading bay structures, vehicles and goods during docking operations. With a low-profile depth of 66mm, it offers effective cushioning where space is limited or where loading platforms need to remain as close as possible to the vehicle.
Measuring 465 x 270 x 66mm, this dock bumper is ideal for busy distribution centres, warehouses, factories and logistics hubs. It provides a durable, replaceable impact surface that helps reduce damage to dock levellers, dock doors and vehicle bodies, supporting safer, more controlled loading and unloading.
Product Features
- Compact size: 465mm (H) x 270mm (W) x 66mm (D) for shallow dock installations.
- Shallow profile design to minimise loss of loading bay space and maintain vehicle access.
- Manufactured from hard-wearing, impact-resistant material for long service life.
- Flat mounting face for secure fitting to dock walls, frames or backing plates.
- Suitable for use with standard loading bays, dock levellers and vehicle access points.
- Designed to absorb general contact from HGVs, trailers and vans during docking.
Key Features and Benefits
- Helps protect loading bay structures from repeated impact damage, reducing repair costs.
- Provides a sacrificial buffer between vehicles and the building, helping to protect trailer bodies and tail lifts.
- Low-profile depth maintains maximum usable space on the loading dock while still providing effective cushioning.
- Consistent impact surface supports safer, more accurate positioning of vehicles at the bay.
- Simple shape and size allow straightforward installation, replacement and maintenance.
- Durable construction offers reliable performance in demanding industrial and logistics environments.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product type | Shallow dock bumper |
| Overall size (H x W x D) | 465 x 270 x 66mm |
| Profile | Shallow, low-projection bumper design |
| Typical installation | Loading bay dock walls, dock leveller frames, vehicle access points |
| Usage | General impact protection for HGVs, trailers, vans and loading bay structures |
Applications and Ideal Uses
This shallow dock bumper is suited to a wide range of commercial and industrial loading areas where a low-profile yet effective impact buffer is required.
- Distribution centres and logistics hubs with multiple loading bays.
- Warehouse and factory loading docks handling regular HGV and van traffic.
- Retail delivery bays and goods-in areas with restricted space.
- Service yards and industrial units requiring protection to walls and dock edges.
- Retrofit protection on existing docks where deeper bumpers cannot be accommodated.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this shallow dock bumper suitable for all types of loading bays?
The bumper is suitable for most standard loading bays, including those with dock levellers and vehicle access points. Its shallow depth makes it particularly useful where space is limited or where a low projection is required, but it should be selected as part of a dock protection system appropriate to your specific site and vehicle types.
How is the 465 x 270 x 66mm dock bumper installed?
The bumper is designed to be surface mounted to a suitable structural backing, such as a dock wall or dock leveller frame. Fixings and backing plates are typically selected to suit the substrate and loading conditions and are usually installed by a competent maintenance team or contractor following site safety procedures.
Can this bumper be used as a replacement for existing dock bumpers?
Yes, this shallow dock bumper can often be used as a replacement where the dimensions and profile are suitable for the existing mounting points or backing plates. Always check the size, fixing pattern and projection requirements of your current installation to ensure compatibility before replacing.





