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How to identify your dock leveler
Publicado por AJ Porter en
When ordering dock leveler parts, it’s critical to ensure that you’re getting the right thing. This sounds obvious but can be easily overlooked. Getting it right the first time helps to avoid unnecessary delays, which adds to the frustration of a broken dock.
1 - Identify the Brand
2 - Identify the Size
3 - Identify the Capacity Rating
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How to identify your dock leveler
Publicado por AJ Porter en
When ordering dock leveler parts, it’s critical to ensure that you’re getting the right thing. This sounds obvious but can be easily overlooked. Getting it right the first time helps to avoid unnecessary delays, which adds to the frustration of a broken dock.
1 - Identify the Brand
2 - Identify the Size
3 - Identify the Capacity Rating
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- Etiquetas: Dock Leveler Brand Type, Dock Levelers, How To, Leveler Size, Spare Parts
What is the standard loading dock height?
Publicado por AJ Porter en
What is the standard loading dock height? 1.) In North America, the most commonly found dock height is 48–52 inches or (120–130 cm), though heights of up to 55 inches (140 cm) occur as well. A dock leveler can be used to bridge the gap between a truck and a warehouse to safely accommodate a forklift Many facilities may choose a different dock height based upon unique trailer configurations. A standard 53' trailer has a bed height @ 48". Overseas shipping containers @ 52"+ Straight Trucks / Box Trucks @ 40" - 50" An incline or decline approach can affect the the dock height....
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Finding the Right Dock Leveler
Publicado por AJ Porter en
If you are needing specific, brand-related answers on which leveler to choose, send us an email. In the meantime, here are a couple things to keep in mind. In the warehouse setting, the loading dock is the central hub of activity. The efficiency of on-loading and off-loading goods represents the intricate circuitry of a company and anything that hampers or disrupts that activity is a threat to the wellbeing of the company. Finding the right interface between the dock itself and the delivery trucks is crucial. Failure to do so only spells doom in dock use as well as jeopardizing the...
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Loading Dock Leveler Safety Tips & Procedures
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