Dock Floats

DPI dock floats are heavy‑duty, rotationally molded polyethylene floatation units filled with EPS foam, designed for residential and commercial floating docks. DPI (Diversified Plastics, Inc.) manufactures plastic dock floats engineered for durability and long‑term buoyancy. They use a one‑piece rotationally molded shell made from virgin polyethylene with UV inhibitors, preventing seam failures and resisting damage from sun, saltwater, freshwater, debris, oil, gas, and marine organisms. Inside each float is expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam, providing stable buoyancy and preventing water intrusion even if the shell is punctured. Key Features Flat‑top design with molded‑in mounting slots for easy attachment to wood, steel, or aluminum dock frames. .150" nominal wall thickness for strength and impact resistance. EPS foam‑filled interior for reliable flotation. Made in the USA and suitable for both new construction and retrofits

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COMPUTATIONS OF LOADING REQUIREMENTS
LENGTH x WIDTH = SQUARE FEET OF DOCK
SQUARE FEET x 35 LBS
DIVIDE TOTAL LOAD BY DOCK FLOAT MODEL NUMBER

Example:

Step 1. 10' x12' dock = 120 sq. ft.
Step 2. 120 sq. ft x 35 lbs. = 4,200 lbs.
Step 2. 120 sq. ft x 35 lbs. = 4,200 lbs.
Step 3. 4,200 lbs. divided by Model 470 = 9 floats

(Slotted flange for lag or through bolt installation.)