Distance Indicator Aids Backing into Docks
TEACO Truck Dock Park Assistant (Model DOCK-16) takes the guesswork out of backing into loading docks. Provides readout of distance in feet of truck to dock or other parking spot. Large, bright, 5-in. LED numbers are visible at night, in fog, and in low-light conditions. Ultrasonic sensors mounted below lift gate on loading dock sense rear of truck within 16 ft. Driver can follow backing progress via rear-view mirror without turning around. Indicator reads in reverse (shown) or can be turned around for right reading. Has 3-ft. offset adjustment to accommodate extended dock bumpers. Uses building’s electrical power or interfaces with dock control boxes through coaxial cable. Water-resistant, NEMA-4-rated enclosure measures 718 ins. sq. by 238 ins. deep.M.S. Foster and Associates, Inc., Michigan City, IN