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MODEX 2026: Gorbel demos new Destuff-it 2.0 ergonomic conveyor, GS VFD chain hoist

Gorbel Inc. recently demonstrated its GS VFD variable-frequency drive electric chain hoist with built-in safety features and Destuff-it 2.0 portable ergonomic conveyor at MODEX 2026.
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Bluff Manufacturing Core Model Portable Yard Ramp

The Core Model portable steel yard ramp from Bluff Manufacturing can provide safe ground-to-truck and ground-to-building access, with standard safety features built into its design.

MODEX 2026: Gorbel demos new Destuff-it 2.0 ergonomic conveyor, GS VFD chain hoist

April 17, 2026 · Gorbel Inc. recently demonstrated its GS VFD variable-frequency drive electric chain hoist with built-in safety features and Destuff-it 2.0 portable ergonomic conveyor at MODEX 2026.

Bluff Manufacturing Core Model Portable Yard Ramp

April 15, 2026 · The Core Model portable steel yard ramp from Bluff Manufacturing can provide safe ground-to-truck and ground-to-building access, with standard safety features built into its design.

MODEX 2026: Rite-Hite publishes first U.S. loading dock benchmark report

April 13, 2026 · Rite-Hite recently published its 2026 Dock Operations Benchmark Report, a comprehensive industry study examining safety, operations, and maintenance practices across 168 U.S. facilities. MODEX booth B14757.

MODEX 2026: Bluff launches Core Model Portable Yard Ramp

April 10, 2026 · Bluff Manufacturing’s new Core Model Portable Yard Ramp includes safety curbs & chains, all-weather-decking, a level-off for safer forklift operation. MODEX 2026 booths A5725, A5728, A5928.

Safety educational seminars at MODEX 2026

April 10, 2026 · Occupational safety educational seminar topics at MODEX 2026 include rack safety, ergonomics, predictive maintenance, standardized crash barrier testing, and loading dock safety.

Yale Reliant operator assist tech to be demonstrated at MODEX 2026

February 26, 2026 · Yale Lift Truck Technologies will showcase its ergonomically-designed lift trucks and Yale Reliant operator assistance tech through interactive displays at MODEX 2026 in booth B13732.

Raymond iWAREHOUSE ObjectSense detection and notification system

January 10, 2026 · Raymond’s iWAREHOUSE ObjectSense detection and notification system features a dynamic detection range, delivering audible and visual alerts, capable of slowing or stopping lift trucks.

Systems Loading Dock Equipment TPR UniLock Automatic Restraint

January 6, 2026 · The TPR UniLock from Systems Loading Dock Equipment is a trailer-positioned vehicle restraint with a cam design that can automatically remove rear impact guard wedge pressure.

4Front Engineered Solutions Talon Vehicle Restraint

January 5, 2026 · The Talon Vehicle Restraint from 4Front Engineered Solutions is positioned automatically during trailer backing, while its four-side RIG encapsulation eliminates trailer hop and creep.

DockStar Dual Barrier Vehicle Restraint

January 4, 2026 · DockStar’s Dual Barrier Vehicle Restraint uses two arms to deliver double the mounting and pullout force of single-arm systems, interchangeable for different RIG configurations.

Rite-Hite SHR-5100 Shadow Hook Dok-Lok Restraint

January 3, 2026 · Rite-Hite’s third-generation SHR-5100 Shadow Hook Dok-Lok vehicle restraint includes a dual-articulating nose extension for a wide range of RIG coverage, with smart integration options.

DLM PowerStop MML & MAL Manual Vehicle Restraints

January 2, 2026 · The MML & MAL manual truck restraints from Dock Leveler Manufacturing are non-impact and self-aligning with optional indicator lights, interlocked controls, and RIG detection.

Blue Giant StrongArm HVR303 Trailer Restraint

January 1, 2026 · Easy-to-install and eco-friendly, the StrongArm HVR303 electric vehicle restraint from Blue Giant provides 32,000 pounds of holding ability with sophisticated touch controls.

FabEnCo G-Series universal hinge mount safety gate

December 7, 2025 · The G-series safety gate from FabEnCo by Tractel is tested to meet OSHA requirements. It can quickly and easily be installed to add self-closing fall protection to any handrail or wall.

Boston Dynamics Stretch unloads shipping containers for DHL

April 11, 2025 · To help meet the needs of its customers, DHL Supply Chain partnered with Boston Dynamics to develop Stretch, a mobile manipulation robot for loading dock case handling.