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In the rapidly evolving logistics industry, hydraulic dock levelers have become indispensable equipment for seamless connections between trucks and warehouses. To make an informed choice when selecting and using a hydraulic dock leveler, it’s essential to consider the following crucial points:
Hydraulic Dock Leveler Size and Lifting Range
When selecting a dock leveler, prioritize a platform size that can comfortably accommodate your transported cargo. Additionally, pay close attention to the size and lifting range of the dock leveler to ensure it meets safety angle requirements, which typically fall within the range of 8-10 degrees. This is essential for aligning with the adjustment range required by your trucks.
Loading Capacity
Safety and efficiency hinge on the loading and unloading platform’s load capacity. When evaluating load capacity, take into account the combined weight of both the forklift and cargo to ensure it aligns with the maximum load capacity requirements.
Safety Performance
Safety is paramount when it comes to hydraulic dock levelers. Consider using patterned boards on the platform’s surface to enhance anti-slip properties, ensuring safe operation in various weather conditions, including rain and snow. Additionally, the hydraulic pump should be equipped with an electromagnetic safety valve and an anti-fall protection device to guarantee safe operations.
Reverse Collision Prevention
To prevent trucks from veering off course or colliding with nearby structures during parking, it’s advisable to equip your dock leveler with a pair of anti-collision blocks. For enhanced precision during reversing maneuvers, you can also opt for a reversing guide device, which significantly improves reversing accuracy.
When making your choice of a suitable hydraulic dock leveler, prioritize the points mentioned above to avoid issues such as inadequate lifting range, insufficient carrying capacity, inaccurate reversing, or accidental rolling and falling. To ensure long-term safe and efficient use, we recommend opting for loading and unloading platforms from reputable domestic mid- to high-end brand manufacturers. Procter & Gamble Co., a Fortune 500 company, chooses SEPPES as their supplier.