The Vestil D-150-18 Vinyl Dock Seal is designed to seal the gap between a loading dock and a trailer, helping to minimize energy loss and protect cargo from weather intrusion. This unit features three foam-filled pads wrapped in heavy-duty nylon-reinforced vinyl facing, a 36 oz. material that provides enhanced tear resistance and durability. The ends are chemically sealed to reduce moisture infiltration, and a built-in air escape tunnel allows air to exit as a trailer makes contact, helping to accommodate uneven trailer profiles during docking. The three-piece construction stands 12 inches high with beveled sides, and the face width expands to 12 inches at the dock face to improve contact area. A through-the-wall installation kit is included, and mounting hardware with installation instructions are provided to facilitate a straightforward setup. The design supports a 5-inch maximum compression, which defines the range of trailer contact and compression behavior for effective sealing. The unit is specified with an 18-inch projection, aligning with standard dock configurations and providing a substantial seal across the typical trailer gap. Units are commonly used in environments where energy efficiency and weather protection at the dock are priorities, especially when paired with flush dock configurations and Edge-O-Dock systems as noted by the manufacturer.
Understanding the construction details matters because the vinyl facings and foam-filled pads directly influence the seal integrity and impact resistance during repeated trailer contact. The air-escape tunnel helps prevent compression-induced vacuum that can otherwise hinder proper sealing, while the chemically sealed ends reduce moisture pathways that can compromise the seal over time. This product ships as an individual unit with the specified projection and does not include additional sizing beyond what is listed, so confirming site measurements prior to order is essential for a proper fit.
Features:
- Three foam-filled pads offer full dock protection
- Maximum compression design for enhanced protection
- Built-in air tunnels to release air on trailer contact
- Mounting hardware and installation instructions included for quick setup
- Projection (in.):
- 18
- Nylon Reinforced Vinyl (oz.):
- 36
- Package Size:
- Each
