Eclipse® NH shelter from Rite-Hite® seals gaps at the loading dock, ideal for drive-through Rite-Hite has introduced an extension of its industry leading Eclipse dock shelter system. Called the Eclipse NH, the new shelter is designed to provide the tightest seal possible at docks that serve liftgate trailers or require trailer doors to be opened inside the building (in a “drive-through” application) for maximum supply chain integrity and security. “Eliminating gaps at the dock prevents contaminants from getting in and precious energy from flowing out,” says Mary Blaser, director of marketing. “This shelter, together with the PitMaster sealing system, provides a tight, consistent seal on all four sides of the dock opening, while facilitating the drive-through trailer access that is becoming increasingly popular with many of our customers.” Special design features ensure tight sealing against trailer sides, across the full width of the trailer top and at the corners, without interfering with trailer doors being opened and closed after the trailer has been parked at the dock. This shelter design complements the vertical storing dock leveler design to enhance security at the dock, prevent contaminants from entering the facility, and reduce energy costs by preventing energy loss at the loading dock. Sealing the Sides The Eclipse NH features an exclusive double-seal technology along the sides of the trailer, which produces a tighter, more consistent seal along trailer sides than ordinary shelters. Side curtains are built with high-strength Durathon™ fabric, which features a friction-resistant surface that resists wear. Sealing the Top Along the top of the trailer, an exclusive weighted head curtain applies more than 100 pounds of pressure across the full width of the trailer top. This gravity-based system keeps the curtain in constant contact with the trailer during loading and unloading, providing a consistent seal despite trailer bounce. […]