Industries
Solutions by industry
With over 40 years of experience in the loading dock, leveler and door industry, McKee has extensive expertise in working with a diverse customer base with large and complex facilities.
Handling numerous service transactions annually, many of them self-performed by our highly trained service technicians, makes McKee a name you can trust.
Many of the challenges our customers face are common – from energy and operational efficiency to providing a safe environment for employees and customers to minimizing downtime — and we work closely together with them to find the best solutions. We have extensive experience in the following industries:
Warehousing & Distribution
Always on. Always moving.
Distribution and logistics facilities operate around the clock. We ensure your docks do, too. From high-cycle door systems to ProCare™ preventive maintenance, we keep your facility running at full speed safely and efficiently.
Common pain points solved:
- Keeping every dock up and running.
- Maintaining productivity between shifts.
- All necessary audits (SGF, AIBE, OSHA, BRC and more).
Education
Secure spaces for students, staff, and after-hours activity.
Whether it's corridor doors for public schools or secure access for college dining halls, McKee provides durable, safe, and compliant solutions that protect learning environments.
Common pain points solved:
- Safe and secure access and exit for both pedestrians.
- NFPA 80 Fire Door Compliance.
Healthcare
Protecting patients, staff, and sensitive equipment.
Safety and compliance aren't optional in hospitals and healthcare networks, they’re essential. Our systems help you maintain strict access control and fire door compliance while ensuring quiet, seamless operation.
Common pain points solved:
- “Tag along” access.
- ID Authorization.
- NFPA 80/Joint Commission Fire Door Compliance.
Parking
Access that’s always safe, smooth, and secure.
From public garages to private structures, our solutions are designed for 24/7 reliability. High-speed doors and barriers keep traffic moving while protecting your facility from the elements... and intruders.
Common pain points solved:
- Safe and secure access and exit for both vehicles and pedestrians.
- High-speed, controlled operation is critical to ensure that fast and efficient movement.
- Doors and barriers must work 24/7/365 in all types of weather with minimal maintenance.
Retail
Keep products flowing and downtime low.
In retail, time is money, especially around the holidays. We support inventory movement, secure storage, and clean visual presentation through reliable door and dock systems designed for fast-paced retail environments.
Common pain points solved:
- Maintaining your image.
- Getting your product into the stores and onto the shelves.
- Food Grade audits (AIB, SQF, BRC, FDA).
- Downtime around the holidays and other peak sales periods.
Auto Dealers and Service Centers
Climate control and customer experience go hand-in-hand.
From service bay entrances to customer access points, we install and maintain fast, reliable doors that enhance energy efficiency and keep your dealership operations moving.
Common pain points solved:
- Maintaining your image.
- Getting vehicles in and out as quickly as possible.
- Keeping service bays operational.
- Downtime around holidays and other peak sales periods.
Manufacturing
High volume. Zero tolerance for downtime.
Manufacturing facilities demand resilience. We design dock and door systems that improve traffic flow, reduce energy waste, and support nonstop operations, even under heavy wear.
Pain points solved:
- Raw materials in and finished products out.
- Heightened focus on safety.
McKee’s team is trained to solve for real pain, not just push products. We tailor our solutions to fit the unique demands of your facility and help you minimize the total cost of ownership while maximizing uptime and safety.
From consulting and installation to 24/7 support, we’re here for the long term.