{"id":6247,"date":"2021-12-13T09:23:56","date_gmt":"2021-12-13T17:23:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.freightera.com\/blog\/?p=6247"},"modified":"2026-01-27T09:31:58","modified_gmt":"2026-01-27T17:31:58","slug":"the-types-of-docks-and-the-best-ways-to-spot-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.freightera.com\/blog\/the-types-of-docks-and-the-best-ways-to-spot-them\/","title":{"rendered":"The Types of Docks And The Best Ways to Spot Them"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your business ships <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freightera.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">freight<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you likely regularly work with businesses that have docks. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That means that, in order to minimize the number of potential issues during pickups or deliveries, you want to know what you\u2019re looking at during preliminary checks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That is why we\u2019ve prepared some information that we thought might help you keep unwanted issues to a minimum.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>The types of loading docks<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freightera.com\/freight-shipping-guide\/loading-docks-in-freight-shipping\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Loading docks<\/a> are pretty standard. They are 48 inches tall (standard truck trailer level) and they always serve the purpose of making loading from a truck and unloading as easy as possible.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With that said, there are a few different types of loading docks that differ in some key features.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Flush (Standard) Loading Dock<\/b><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6252\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6252\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6252 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.freightera.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Standard-loading-dock-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Front view of big warehouse loading dock\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.freightera.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Standard-loading-dock-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.freightera.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Standard-loading-dock-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.freightera.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Standard-loading-dock-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.freightera.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Standard-loading-dock.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6252\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Front view of big warehouse loading dock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><b>Standard docks are simple openings in a wall at truck height<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Most of the time they have cushioning at the truck entry points to avoid any potential damage to the trailer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>These are the most common types of docks<\/strong> for several reasons. Mainly, they save space as they don\u2019t protrude from the building.They do not provide any additional shelter for the trucks, such as a garage. Along with saving space, they still provide ample protection from the elements for the staff as everyone can be safely inside the building during loading and unloading.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Sawtooth Loading Dock<\/b><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6251\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6251\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6251 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.freightera.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Sawtooth-loading-dock-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"The warehouse complex for the storage of consumer goods\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.freightera.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Sawtooth-loading-dock-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.freightera.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Sawtooth-loading-dock-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.freightera.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Sawtooth-loading-dock-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.freightera.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Sawtooth-loading-dock.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6251\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The warehouse complex for the storage of consumer goods<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sawtooth loading docks can be open or closed (more on that below). That means that this solution regards space management more so than protection from the elements.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>These types of loading docks are useful when you need to accommodate multiple trucks, but you have limited space. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That doesn\u2019t mean they don\u2019t offer protection from the elements. Only that their primary reason for being is to accommodate more trucks than would be possible otherwise.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For this reason, docks are placed at an angle relative to the building so that more trucks could fit at one time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Considering that this solution is commonly used for saving space, <\/span><b>you may want to check with your shipper\/consignee if they require a straight truck before booking your shipment.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<h3><b>Open Loading Dock<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-6250 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.freightera.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Open-loading-dock-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Example of an open loading dock\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.freightera.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Open-loading-dock-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.freightera.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Open-loading-dock-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.freightera.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Open-loading-dock-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.freightera.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Open-loading-dock.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open loading docks are just that, docks that protrude from the building and are in the open, exposed to the elements. Usually, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">although not always<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, open docks have a roof to prevent cargo from getting wet during rain.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This type of dock is relatively unpopular, but it does have its advantages. For example, you don\u2019t have to have your open dock protrude from the building. <\/span><b>An open dock can be placed farther away from an office building if you\u2019re looking to avoid clutter due to trucks coming and going.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<h3><b>Closed Loading Dock<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-6249 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.freightera.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Closed-loading-dock-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"Example of a closed loading dock\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.freightera.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Closed-loading-dock-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.freightera.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Closed-loading-dock-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.freightera.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Closed-loading-dock-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.freightera.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Closed-loading-dock.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Closed loading docks are the equivalent of buying a yacht in the shipping industry. They are also relatively rare as far as docks are concerned.\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Closed docks allow for an entire truck or trucks to park in a closed garage-like space. That means that they take up the most space possible, but provide the ultimate protection and comfort for all parties involved.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>How to spot a loading dock on Google Maps<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your shipper\/consignee is not very responsive and you\u2019re having trouble getting confirmation from them on whether they have the means to load\/unload, it might be a good idea to <\/span><b>check their location on <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\"><b>Google Maps<\/b><\/a><b>.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From an aerial view, you can usually see if a certain location has a dock. For anyone that isn\u2019t as experienced in dock scouting, they may look a little bit like windows.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That is why it\u2019s best to check via street view as well and be 100% sure that what you\u2019re seeing is actually a dock.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Recap<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Docks are docks, but not all of them are created equal. Different docks have different pros and cons. If your shipment is in any way sensitive, make sure that your business partner can accommodate your needs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You will also want to check Google Maps for your partners\u2019 locations and be aware of what their possibilities are. If you are as prepared as possible, very little will be able to surprise you!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And that is all you\u2019d need to know about shipping docks. If you\u2019re in need of freight services, get the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freightera.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best freight shipping rates<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> online, for free, and in 15 seconds!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Happy Shipping!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If your business ships freight, you likely regularly work with businesses that have docks. 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