Warehouse Dock Safety Gets an Upgrade: Live from ProMat 2025 with GMR Safety
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Kevin chats with Pascal Jette of GMR Safety live from the ProMat 2025 show floor, where they walk through a hands-on demo of the Power Chock and the newly unveiled Power Chock Auto. GMR Safety has been engineering vehicle restraint systems for over two decades, with the flagship Power Chock protecting dock workers across thousands of sites, including 2,000 Home Depot locations. In this episode, Pascal discusses how the Power Chock system reduces liability, enhances control, and drastically improves warehouse dock safety. From long-term durability to low cost of ownership, GMR builds equipment to last and improve safety.
Proven Warehouse Dock Safety with a 20+ Year Track Record
Warehouse dock safety starts with participation, and the Power Chock ensures both driver and facility teams are in sync. As Pascal explains, “If the truck’s not engaged, there’s no power to the plate, no safety, no loading—and there should never be a compromise on safety.” With many trucks lacking reliable ICC bars, traditional restraints fall short. GMR solves this by engaging directly with the wheel and automating the confirmation process.
Instead of relying on multiple people to follow the proper steps, the system uses sensors and indicator lights to create a built-in safeguard—loading can’t begin until the system confirms the truck is locked in place. “Unless that truck is engaged right in front of that wheel, you cannot operate your plate inside.” That kind of enforced coordination significantly reduces risk and removes assumptions from the process.
Designed for Longevity and Minimal Maintenance
While many warehouse dock safety products degrade over time, the Power Chock does not. GMR still supports units installed in 2001, and Pascal notes the steel is “five times more resistant than regular steel.” This durability comes backed with a five-year warranty—even against pullout incidents.
The spring-loaded arm makes it easy for drivers to engage the chock without strain, and if someone forgets to reset it, the system automatically springs back to the wall. As Pascal puts it, “Our system is made not to break.” That principle drives GMR’s ability to offer industry-leading warranty coverage and keeps total cost of ownership low for customers with high dock traffic.
Power Chock Auto: Taking Automation to the Yard
For operations looking to fully automate yard activities, the Power Chock Auto eliminates manual engagement entirely. Using laser sensors, the Auto system identifies the wheel position and places the restraint. “All the benefits you know…greatest restraining force, low maintenance, best warranty—we’ve brought all of this to our Power Chock Auto.”
With safety alarms, real-time screen feedback, and internal control, the Auto brings the same high standard to sites where yard personnel aren’t present. In tests across multiple customer locations, GMR found the Auto consistently delivered “higher levels of safety and restraining force than with any other products before.”
Key Takeaways on Warehouse Dock Safety
- 20+ Years of Proven Performance – Many customers still use Power Chocks installed in 2001–2002.
- Built Not to Break – The system includes a five-year warranty, even in pullout scenarios.
- Integrated Safety Enforcement – Dock plates only activate once the system confirms the truck is locked in place..
- Low Total Cost of Ownership – Minimal maintenance and long life span make it cost-effective.
- Fully Automated Option Available – The Power Chock Auto requires no manual engagement, ideal for secure, unattended yards.
- Tested and Trusted – Thousands of installations, including 2,000 Home Depot stores, use Power Chock systems today.
Listen to the episode below and leave your thoughts in the comments.
Guest Information
For more information on GMR Safety, click here.
To connect with Pascal on LinkedIn, click here.
For more information about warehouse dock safety, check out the podcasts below.
568: Advancing Dock Safety with GMR Safety’s Power Chock
Episode 489: Elevating Warehouse Safety Management with Elokon Group
