LOADING DOCK EQUIPMENT

PART  1	    GENERAL
1.1 		SECTION INCLUDES
A.		Loading dock equipment of the following types: 
1.		Vehicle (truck) restraints.
2.		Control stations.
1.2 		RELATED SECTIONS
A.		Section 03100 - Concrete Forms and Accessories: Placement of anchors into concrete.
B.		Section 03300 - Cast-In-Place Concrete: Docks and pits.
C.		Section 05500 - Metal Fabrications: Metal angles for edge of dock.
1.3 		REFERENCES
A.		American National Standards Institute (ANSI):
1.		ANSI MH29.1 - Industrial Scissor Lifts.
2.		ANSI MH30.1 - Industrial Loading Dock Boards (Ramps).
3.		ANSI MH30.3 - Vehicle Restraining Devices (Safety, Performance, and Testing).
1.4 		SUBMITTALS
A.		Section 01330 - Submittals Procedures: Procedures for submittals.
B.		Product Data: For each product specified.
1.		Vehicle Restraints: Indicate unit dimensions, method of anchorage, details of construction, materials and finish, installation details, and operation of unit.
C.		Shop Drawings:
1.		Indicate required opening dimensions, tolerances of opening dimensions, placement dimensions, and perimeter conditions of construction.
2.		Wiring diagrams including location of control stations and disconnect switches.
D.		Assurance/Control Submittals:
1.		Certificates: Manufacturer's certificate that Products meet or exceed specified requirements.
2.		Qualification Documentation: Submit documentation of experience indicating compliance with specified qualification requirements.
1.5 		QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.		Vehicle Restraints: Conform to requirements of ANSI MH30.3.
B.		Manufacturer Qualifications:
1.		Manufacturer specializing in manufacturing Products specified with minimum 30 years’ experience.
2.		Manufacturer to have quality assurance improvement programs.
3.		Manufacturer shall be associated with Loading Dock Equipment Manufacturers (LODEM) setting ANSI standards.
4.		Manufacturers welding procedure compliant with A.W.S.D1 .1 specifications.
C.		Installer Qualifications: Company specializing in performing the Work of this Section with minimum 5 years’ experience.
1.6 		DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A.		Deliver, store and handle materials and products in strict compliance with manufacturer's instructions and recommendations and industry standards. Store materials within absolute limits for temperature and humidity recommended by manufacturer. Protect from damage.
B.		Store products in manufacturer’s labeled packaging until ready for installation.
1.7 		WARRANTY
A.		Warranty: Provide manufacturer's standard warranty.
PART  2	 PRODUCTS
2.1 		MANUFACTURERS
A.		Acceptable Manufacturer:  Blue Giant Equipment Corporation, which is located at:  410 Admiral Blvd.; Mississauga, ON, Canada L5T 2N6; Toll Free Tel: 800-872-2583; Tel: 905-457-3900; Fax: 905-457-2313; Email:  marketing@bluegiant.com; Web:  https://www.bluegiant.com
B.		Substitutions: Not permitted.
C.		Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01600.
2.2 		VEHICLE (TRUCK) RESTRAINTS
A.		Vehicle restraint shall be Model HVR303 as manufactured by BLUE GIANT.

1.		Type: Electrically operated impact-style design. Wall-mounted. Comes complete with Blue Genius Touch Controls with interior / exterior lights communication package and driver warning signs.

2.		Size: Overall body dimensions 18 inches W by 31 ¾ inches L by 27 7/8 inches H (457mm by 806mm by 708mm). Refer to approval drawing for compete dimensional details.

3.		Function:
a.		Vertical Restraining Range:  From 9 inches to 25 inches (229mm to 635mm) above grade, minimum 4 inches (102mm) contact required.
b.		Horizontal Restraining Range:  From 4 inches to 13 inches (102mm to 330mm) beyond the face of the dock. 
c.		Mounting System:  Dock face mounting using 15 anchor bolts 5/8 inch diameter by 4 inches long (16mm by 102mm). 

4.		Operation:
a.		Operating System:  Restraint hook is activated by control station’s “ENGAGE” button and secures the ICC-bar in a constant- pressure hold. A spring-based compensation float ensures compatibility with air-ride suspension systems and a constant-force restraining grip prevents accidental separation due to cross-docking bounce and vibration. The sliding nose extension enables the restraint carriage to automatically position itself in accordance with each incoming truck’s design, without damaging either the restraint or the ICC bar.
b.		Lights Communication System: Advanced communication package includes LED interior red/yellow/green lights mounted on controller and LED exterior red/green traffic lights mounted on wall, along with mirror image driver warning signs. The lighting system alerts both dock attendant and truck driver to the status of the restraint. If vehicle has no restraining RIG bar, the interior communications lights will remain red while flashing yellow, and the exterior traffic lights will remain red, warning the dock attendant that the vehicle is not secured and requires wheel chocks. 
c.		Control Station: The Blue Genius Gold Series II is a multiple touch button control station with “ENGAGE”, and “RELEASE” touch buttons.  NEMA4X/IP65 (wet and corrosion-resistant) rated polycarbonate enclosure.  Overall dimensions 11 ¼ inches L x 7 ½ inches W x 5 ½ inches D (287 x 190 x 140mm).  Onboard diagnostics and communications feature a user-friendly LCD intelligent display and keypad with supervisory override features. STOP button cuts power to the restraint: should the hook be in mid-travel, it will freeze in mid-motion.

5.		Rated Capacity:
a.		Welding procedure is compliant with A.W.S.D1.1 specifications. Unit provides restraining strength of 32,000lbs (14,545kgs). 

6.		Construction and Finish:
a.		Vehicle restraint: Restraint hook is a rotating yellow zinc dichromate hook. Constructed from 1 ¼ inch thick solid steel. The housing protects all components from damage due to weather, dirt, and debris. To resist corrosion and reduce maintenance, housing is zinc-plated. 
b.		Exterior LED Traffic Lights: Housing shall be one-piece, weatherproof constructed and made of ultra-high molecular weight plastic. The lights shall be 4 inches (102mm) in diameter and be of red and green color. Overall body 5 inches W x 11 ½ inches L x ½ inch D (127 x 292 x 13mm) in size. Slim profile limits the risk of impact damage. Rated NEMA6 (resistant to wet, corrosive, or flooded conditions).

7.		Warranty:
a.		Warranties are subject to standard limitations on liability.  Please consult Blue Giant warranties at http://www.BlueGiant.com for full details on warranty information and product registration.

8.		Standard Accessories:
a.		Fifteen mounting wedge anchor bolts
b.	     Lip guide
c.		Vehicle restraint bypass (allows the control station and traffic lights to be manually operated if the restraint cannot be engaged). 
d.		Interlock control station with interlock sensor to advise when dock is parked
e.			‘STOP’ button that permits the operator to halt the restraint in mid-motion should an unsafe condition arise
f.		Audible alarm (mounted externally to the control station; aids alerting the dock attendant of unsafe or override conditions when the trailers rear impact guard is not secured)
g.	    Audible touch buttons and keypad on the Blue Genius™ provide instant sound feedback to user input

PART  3	    EXECUTION
3.1 		EXAMINATION
A.		Section 01700 - Execution Requirements: Verification of existing conditions before starting work.
B.		Verification of Conditions:  Verify that field measurements, surfaces, substrates and conditions are as required, and ready to receive Work.
3.2 		INSTALLATION
A.		Install vehicle restraint in prepared opening in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
B.		Set square and level.
C.		Anchor unit securely, flush with dock.
3.3 		ADJUSTING
A.		Adjust installed unit for smooth and balanced operation.

END OF SECTION