Xcluder Introduces Dock Leveler Rear Hinge Seal for Loading Dock Rodent Proofing

Xcluder expands its rodent-proofing solution collection with the Xcluder Pest Control Dock Leveler Rear Hinge Seal

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BUFFALO GROVE, ILL. — As rodent populations expand nationwide, Xcluder said it will continue to enhance its catalog of rodent-proofing solutions to protect facilities against pests and contaminants. The newest addition — the Xcluder Pest Control Dock Leveler Rear Hinge Seal — seals the open hinge gap found on most dock levelers using Xcluder Fill Fabric and durable PVC-coated vinyl, the company said. The seal, designed for use in combination with Xcluder’s full suite of loading dock rodent-proofing solutions, eliminates a potential rodent entry point in an area notorious for rodent activity. Left unprotected, loading docks create a popular thoroughfare for rodents and other pests, Xcluder said.

 

Xcluder Dock Leveler Rear Hinge Seals feature Xcluder Fill Fabric — a blend of stainless steel and poly-fiber that the company claims is impenetrable to rats and mice, proven effective by the USDA APHIS Lab. The seal also features durable PVC-coated vinyl to minimize air exchange and reduce the infiltration of outside contaminants, creating an energy-saving weather seal. By effectively sealing the dock leveler’s rear hinge against pests, outdoor contaminants and light, the Xcluder Dock Leveler Rear Hinge Seal supports SQF, BRC, GFSI and AIB compliance, according to the company.

“Thoroughly sealing a loading dock area against rodents is critical not only to protecting the health of those within, but also to complying with safety regulations and certification programs,” said Troy Bergum, sales manager, Xcluder. “Loading docks are a prime target for rodents and we’re proud to offer our customers another solution to effectively safeguard this area and maintain compliance with auditing standards.”

The Xcluder Dock Leveler Rear Hinge Seal fits levelers up to 96” wide and features an easy-to-install design without the use of welding or drilling, the company said. The seal is recommended for use alongside Xcluder's Dock Leveler Seal Kit, Pull Chain Seals, X2 Door Bottom Seals and Vertical Side and Top seal kits to seal the multitude of entry points around a loading dock against unwanted pests and the elements.