The NOVA OmniLock™ is a rotating hook-style vehicle restraint featuring an innovative patent-pending design to release RIG Wedge. RIG Wedge occurs when a trailer is pushed forward during loading or unloading, applying excessive pressure to the restraint's hook from the trailer's Rear Impact Guard (RIG). As a result, the truck driver must reverse the trailer to release the restraint. The newly designed hook operating mechanism allows the restraint to overcome RIG Wedge by relieving pressure on the hook when it disengages from the trailer's rear impact guard, allowing the hook to rotate down. The OmniLock™ also utilizes a secondary engagement zone to securely restrain RIGs with plates, including Intermodal chassis.
The OmniLock™ has a vertical engagement range of 9 to 31-inches (220 to 787-millimeters) and mounts to the dock face above ground level to stay clear of accumulated precipitation and debris. Its elevated installation protects it from the elements, along with watertight connectors and zinc plating for added corrosion resistance.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
Hook design enables the restraint to overcome “RIG Wedge" by relieving pressure on the hook from the RIG as it disengages
Secondary engagement mode safely and effectively restrains RIGs with plates including Intermodal chassis
Secures all standard RIG bars, including rectangular, pentagonal, 4-1/2″ reinforced RIG bars, and RIG bars with plates, including Intermodal chassis
Hook is rotationally upward biased and will continuously secure the RIG when a trailer shifts while restrained, even if power is lost
Hook extends when releasing to ensure proper disengagement from the docked trailer even when “RIG Wedge" occurs
Automatically resets hook if the trailer is not properly restrained
PLC-based control box provides maintenance diagnostics
Roller slope extension eliminates gouging and marking on the dock approach surface
Compatible with interlock and combination control boxes for integration with doors, gates, and levelers
Standard bypass and override feature is password-protected for use by authorized personnel only
LED Lights are standard for energy efficiency and long life
Includes a 5-year structural warranty