Also searched as: Dock Wheel Chock · Trailer Wheel Chock · Wheel Restraint — Manual or Automatic Wheel Chock for Trailer Securement at Loading Docks
The RAX Wheel Chock is a dock-mounted or portable wheel restraint device that prevents trailer movement during loading and unloading. Wheel chocks are the most basic form of trailer securement — placed against the trailer wheel to prevent rollback or forward movement — and are required by OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178(k)(1) as the baseline trailer-securement method at loading docks [SOURCED] osha.gov.
Wheel chocks come in two main categories: manual (rubber or steel chocks placed by hand against the wheel) and automatic (dock-mounted devices that engage the wheel mechanically or hydraulically) [ESTIMATE]. Manual chocks are the lowest-cost option; automatic wheel-based restraints are the upgrade path where hands-free operation and interlock with dock doors are needed. RAX supplies both types — from prototype to container-load delivery order — with technical drawing mounting drawings for dock-mounted configurations.
Molded rubber or fabricated steel chocks placed by hand against the trailer wheel; lowest-cost trailer securement method [ESTIMATE].
Dock-mounted devices that engage the trailer wheel mechanically or hydraulically; hands-free operation with interlock to dock door and traffic lights [ESTIMATE].
Meets the OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178(k)(1) requirement for wheel chocks or equivalent mechanical restraint at loading docks [SOURCED: osha.gov].
Rubber chocks feature anti-slip base and curved contact surface to grip the tire; steel chocks have serrated contact face.
Chocks sized for standard truck wheel diameters: typical range 300–550 mm tire OD [ESTIMATE]; RAX confirms fitment for your trailer wheel spec.
Manual chocks: portable, no installation. Dock-mounted automatic types: English installation manual + technical drawing mounting drawings.
Every unit is engineered to your dock. Figures marked [SOURCED] (with the source) or [ESTIMATE] (industry-typical, not independently verified for RAX) are market-reference values in the Basis column; your RAX unit’s final figures are confirmed on the technical layout and quotation.
| Parameter | Specification | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Wheel Chock — manual or automatic wheel restraint for trailer securement at loading docks | RAX product definition |
| Chock types | Manual (rubber/steel, portable) and automatic (dock-mounted, mechanical/hydraulic) [ESTIMATE] | [ESTIMATE] |
| Manual chock material | Molded rubber (standard) or fabricated steel (heavy-duty); anti-slip base | [ESTIMATE] |
| Automatic restraint type | Dock-mounted wheel-clamp or wheel-barrier; mechanical or hydraulic engagement; interlock-ready | [ESTIMATE] |
| Wheel size range | Fits standard truck wheel diameters: industry-typical 300–550 mm tire OD [ESTIMATE]; RAX confirms per your trailer spec | [ESTIMATE] |
| Holding capacity | Manual chocks: rated for typical loaded trailer gross weight on level ground [ESTIMATE]; automatic types: holding force confirmed per project | [ESTIMATE] |
| Color | Manual rubber: standard black; safety-yellow option. Automatic: full RAL custom (common safety yellow) | RAX capability |
| Mounting (automatic) | Bolted to dock face or ground-mounted adjacent to the wheel path; RAX issues technical drawing mounting drawings | RAX engineering |
| Certification (held) | Factory QMS: ISO 9001:2015; SGS material reports; Product Liability Insurance | RAX brand brief |
| Regulatory alignment | OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178(k)(1) permits wheel chocks as the baseline trailer securement method [SOURCED]; compliance documentation confirmed per project | osha.gov |
| Order | Custom engineered to your exact opening, specification and RAL color | RAX brand brief |
| Lead time | Sample 7–15 days; standard container 12–20 days; custom first order 20–35 days | RAX brand brief |
| Warranty | Structure 2 years; automatic mechanism 3 years; free spare parts within warranty (DHL/FedEx 5–7 days) | RAX brand brief |
Sizing note: Wheel chocks are the baseline OSHA-required trailer securement. For high-throughput docks, consider upgrading to our Automatic Vehicle Restraint (rotating-hook or vertical-barrier type) for hands-free operation with door interlock. Manual chocks remain the cost-effective choice for low-cycle or portable positions.
Low-cycle / portable: manual rubber or steel chocks. High-cycle / interlocked: automatic dock-mounted wheel restraint.
Tire OD and width. This determines the chock size for proper wheel contact.
For automatic types: wall-mount, ground-mount or under-leveler? Send dock photos for mounting technical drawing confirmation.
Single-dock retrofit or multi-dock project? RAX supplies from prototype to container-load to container-load quantities.
RAX supports full private-label production of Wheel Chocks: custom sizing, rubber compound, RAL colors, branded packaging and installation-manual translation (EN/ES/FR/AR/RU). From a single unit to container-load quantities, all under strict NDA.
US regulation requiring wheel chocks or equivalent mechanical restraint for trailer securement at loading docks during loading/unloading [SOURCED]. The baseline regulatory requirement.
RAX’s held CE certification for the industrial door and operator safety scope — relevant when you source chocks/restraints together with dock doors.
Certified quality management across the whole factory, with SGS material reports and Product Liability Insurance.
Manual rubber chocks are the lowest-cost option for low-cycle or portable positions. Automatic dock-mounted wheel restraints are the upgrade for high-throughput docks needing hands-free operation and door interlock [ESTIMATE]. Tell us your daily cycle count and we recommend the right type.
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178(k)(1) requires wheel chocks or equivalent mechanical restraint for trailer securement during loading/unloading [SOURCED: osha.gov]. Wheel chocks are the baseline compliance method.
RAX chocks are sized to your trailer’s tire OD and width. Industry-typical range covers 300–550 mm tire OD [ESTIMATE]. Send your trailer wheel spec and we confirm fitment.
Yes. Automatic dock-mounted wheel restraints can integrate with dock door operators and traffic-light systems for interlocked operation. Send your door operator model for compatibility check.
Manual chocks are portable (no installation). For dock-mounted automatic types, every order ships with an English installation manual and technical drawing mounting drawings for your local team.
Sample 7–15 days; standard container 12–20 days; custom first order 20–35 days. Structure 2-year warranty, automatic mechanism 3 years, with free spare parts dispatched by DHL/FedEx within warranty.
Or email info@raxdoor.com
Send your trailer wheel spec, dock layout and daily cycle count — we reply with a chock type recommendation, technical drawing mounting drawings and lead time.
