Loading dock construction demands specialized expertise that most concrete contractors simply don't possess. The interface between trailer beds and building floors must accommodate constant truck traffic, heavy loads, and the punishing impact of dock levelers cycling thousands of times per year. As a general contractor serving the DFW industrial market, we've constructed loading docks for distribution facilities, manufacturing plants, and retail receiving areas throughout the region.

Truck aprons-the concrete approaches to loading docks-experience some of the heaviest concentrated loads of any pavement surface. Trailers pivot on their landing gear during backing maneuvers, creating point loads that can crack undersized or poorly reinforced concrete. We construct aprons with the thickness, reinforcement, and joint layouts required to handle this abuse while maintaining smooth surfaces that facilitate trailer positioning.

The dock pit itself requires precise dimensions to accommodate dock levelers, vehicle restraints, and bumper systems. We coordinate with dock equipment suppliers to ensure concrete openings, embeds, and rough-in locations align with equipment specifications. This coordination prevents costly field modifications and ensures equipment operates properly from day one.

Modern distribution operations demand efficiency at the dock. Delayed trucks waiting for damaged docks to be repaired cost money. Our dock construction emphasizes the durability and maintainability that keeps your operations running smoothly year after year.