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    W.E. Carlson understands that the more you know, the easier it is to make the best purchasing and budgeting decisions for your organization. We can assist with fact-finding and facility-needs assessments through a variety of free services and seminars, many of which are tailored to your specific needs.
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    Dock Assessment
    With the number of trucks in and out of your facility, you can't afford to have a dock down at a critical time of the day, week, month or season. A dock assessment, complete with written recommendations, can identify potential problems or weak points long before they turn into a real headache, and are a great planning tool for preparing and keeping you on budget. And in many cases, an ounce of prevention is a lot less expensive than a pound of cure!    		Frommelt Energy Loss Analysis
    The Frommelt Energy Loss Analysis is an exclusive program that calculates the cost savings that can be realized with a variety of dock sealing configurations. Using ASHRAE methods for measuring air infiltration and wind speed, and national data on local weather, this tool considers the elements of your specific situation to calculate the actual dollars that would be lost through your unsealed dock openings. The savings associated with different solutions, together with investment payback timelines, are also calculated. Call us today at 847.640.0011 or e-mail solutions@wecarlson.com to schedule your complimentary analysis.
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    Customer Site Demonstrations
    W.E. Carlson can arrange local product demonstrations of equipment installations at one of our customer sites. You’ll get a chance to see the product in action, as well as talk first-hand to a user to get a live testimonial on how it works and performs.    		Showroom Demonstrations
    W.E. Carlson has a 3,500 sq. ft. product showroom, complete with a diverse selection of our loading dock, industrial door and material handling solutions. It’s a great opportunity to “investigate before you invest,” and in some cases get a first-hand look at how our products stack-up against our competition’s equipment!
    W.E. Carlson Drive-In
    A Drive-In can take you where you want to go.
    The W.E. Carlson “Drive-In” is a custom-planned visit to our local showroom. Whether you’re boosting your company’s safety requirements, need a few pointers on dock design, or just want some new ideas or new equipment, this visit can address your specific needs for your specific industry. Over the course of a few hours you'll gain a thorough understanding of industrial safety systems, our manufacturers’ leading-edge technology and equipment, and how we can help you meet your company’s goals.
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    A highlight will be a visit to our product showrooms, a learning laboratory of industrial products and safety systems, where you can directly compare our products with our major competitors’. Examine them close-up, put them through their paces and get educated on the KEY features that benefit you most.

    What is the best solution for your specific needs?
    What are your needs? A high-speed freezer door? The right leveler to handle the variety of trailers you're receiving? What's the impact of Air-Ride trailers on your equipment choices? Solutions to problems like these are long-term investments; you have one chance to make the right decision. Together, we'll determine the best alternatives to meet your needs.







    AIA Registered Continuing Education Courses

    Rite-Hite Fly-In (#1298FI)
    Tailored to meet your specific goals and needs, the Fly-In is a visit to Rite-Hite corporate headquarters outside of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. During a one- or two-day program, you'll gain a thorough understanding of industrial safety systems and Rite-Hite loading dock and industrial door solutions. Your itinerary will include visits to manufacturing plants, to product showrooms, and with engineers and other Rite-Hite staff. All at the courtesy of your W.E. Carlson representative, who will be with you every step of the way.
    Loading Dock Safety (#698LDS)
    This presentation takes you through the safety issues at your dock and within your plant.
    Loading Dock Design (#698LDD)
    This course covers issues related to dock design including: Safety, dock heights, door sizes, leveler size, capacity, type, grade, seals & shelters, vehicle restraints, and lighting.



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