Advancements in technology and automation have changed virtually every aspect of our daily lives. From programmable thermostats to keyless auto ignitions to smart phones, digital innovations have helped increase efficiency and are just plain cool. But this technological revolution extends well beyond the consumer world.
Cutting-edge robotics, AS/RS systems, AGVs and warehouse management systems have taken industrial facilities into the 21st century. Yet, despite these new tools, many loading dock operations still use manual labor and are stuck using 20th century technologies and practices. But even that is changing. Interlocked, integrated loading dock control systems are prime examples of this loading dock modernization.