CAT5 docks are manufactured with an interlocking system to enhance structural integrity, allowing the dock to support significantly more than its own respective load.
To alleviate stress on bolted and welded connections, the perimeter channel has an incorporated lip to connect with extrusions such as stringers, spreader braces, and corner receivers. These corner receivers also provide an elegant solution to the weak weld points on traditional aluminum docks. Our patented design moves welds away from the high load bearing corners where mitered corner welds often fail on our competitors’ designs.
The pole receivers for CAT5 roof-supports and beams allow for the vertical poles to be fully inserted up to the depth of the dock frame as a fixed-column, rather than the traditional butt-welded pole stubs mounted to the surface of a dock. Not only does this increase the allowable buckling load for the roof or upper deck, this design also eliminates any heat affected weld zones in the immediate area of the load supporting pole. With stronger poles, less view-obstructing vertical supports are necessary, making for a more open dock layout.
These are just some of the many reasons why Wahoo Docks are the strongest aluminum docks on the market. The CAT5 design is also one of the quietest, with patented wear-minimizing noise-eliminating bushing installed between metal to metal contact points, such as poles, receivers, and gangway hinges.
About CAT5
World Class Engineering
State of the Art Welding
Material Science
Custom Components
The CAT5 Difference
Strong yet aesthetically pleasing, capable of supporting both roof and upper deck structures.
4 Inch Octagonal Poles
CAT5 docks are compatible with Wahoo’s custom glass rail, picket rail, or cable railing options.
Engineered Railing System
Rigid roof and upper deck structures engineered for specified weight and wind load requirements.
Rigid Roof Structure
Patented corner extrusion designed to interlock with channel pieces and provide roof pole support, eliminating stress on welded joints.
Heavy Duty Corners
High impact-resistant polyethylene floats with foam core
Premium Dock Floats
Roof poles are through-bolted to the heavy duty receivers along top and bottom.
Through-Bolted Roof Supports
There are numerous finishing options available for CAT5 docks, including full frame bumpers.
Finishing Trim Work
9 Inch Mainframe
Bushings are used between metal-to-metal contact points such as roof poles and hinges
Noise Eliminating Bushings
Proprietary gangway hinge rail design, welded or bolted to dock frame
Heavy Duty Hinge
Welded gussets for mainframe strengthening and stringer support
Gusset Reinforcements
Patents
The structural enhancements and defining details on a Wahoo Dock come from our own patented designs. While other manufactures mimic our componentized system, only Wahoo docks include our patented features and benefits. Some of the many patents include: corner connectors, post and rail systems, fascia channels, gangway hinges, and noise reducing bushings.
More Aluminum
Designed for harsh environments, the mainframe includes 9″ aluminum bars with interlocking connections, providing even weight distribution.
More Flotation
Analysis software computes the optimal buoyancy for every Wahoo dock, ensuring that it floats level and supports live loading.
More Rigidity
A 6″ channel is incorporated into the frame, increasing rigidity, eliminating the need for diagonal bracing, and minimizing stress on joints.
More Features
Wahoo Docks offers more options and accessories than any other manufacturer. This allows for more possible unique dock configurations.
ABOUT WAHOO DOCKS
Wahoo Docks is the largest builder of aluminum residential boat docks in North America, represented by a network of dock dealers that embody the most talented dock professionals in the industry. Our products are engineered for ease of installation, flexibility in design options, and resistance to natural elements.