Truck parking blocks are the horizontal concrete blocks you see in parking lots, usually placed at the end of a parking space. These structures prevent tractor trailers from backing up too far and causing damage. They also ensure parking lots are properly spaced for trucks and improve the flow of traffic. Like ordinary parking blocks, their purpose is to enhance safety in parking lots. The only difference is that truck parking blocks are specifically designed for bigger vehicles.
At Nitterhouse Masonry, we designed our truck parking blocks for these road behemoths. Unlike standard parking blocks for cars, truck parking blocks (also known as well stops) measure 8 feet long, 12 inches wide and 12 inches high and weigh 933 pounds. Concrete blocks are more durable and heavier than truck parking blocks made of recycled plastic. Since they are meant for trucks, it’s essential for them to be heavy and capable of blocking vehicles.
Uses of Truck Parking Blocks
Our concrete tractor trailer parking blocks are ideal for commercial properties. Here’s a list of some of the useful applications of the Nitterhouse Masonry concrete truck parking blocks:
- Warehouses: Warehouses are extremely busy, with so many vehicles coming and going all day. Parking blocks help slow or stop trucks and other vehicles while designating well-spaced parking stalls.
- Truck Stops and Gas Stations: These places are great for truckers looking to rest for a few hours. However, truck stops and gas stations don’t always have parking attendants. Truck parking blocks prevent the trucks from hitting other parked trucks, running off the road or colliding with vehicles entering and exiting the truck stops and gas stations.
- Ports: Ports regularly see a high volume of trucks and other huge vehicles. Concrete parking blocks help improve automotive logistics in these areas by clearly defining parking spaces. In doing so, parking blocks also reduce congestion and prevent trucks from rolling into other parking spaces.
- Manufacturing Facilities: Manufacturing facilities work on tight production schedules and can’t afford delays caused by parking lot altercations. Truck parking blocks are effective in improving efficiency in parking lots. They help keep delivery trucks in place during loading and unloading procedures.
- Food Processing Facilities: Food processing facilities deal with time-sensitive goods, which means they can benefit greatly from an efficient logistic system. Having truck parking blocks on the property is a great way to prevent parking lot accidents that may delay the movement of goods.
How Truck Parking Blocks Benefit Any Industry
Truck parking blocks may look unassuming, but they pack a range of unbeatable benefits, such as:
- Avoiding fender benders on your parking lots.
- Keeping pedestrians and surrounding properties safe.
- Making your commercial properties look orderly.
- Serving as parking guides for drivers.
Contact Nitterhouse Masonry For High-Quality Truck Parking Blocks
Nitterhouse Masonry has been a family-owned and operated business for over five generations. Since 1923, we have produced high-quality products for residential and commercial applications.
Our commitment to excellence has helped us grow into an industry-leading brand for concrete truck parking blocks. We also specialize in manufacturing and selling architectural blocks, paving stones, bricks and other specialty products. Contact us today for top-quality truck parking blocks.
