While
your Virginia loading dock equipment is
stationary and doesn’t change, the variety of trucks and trailers that you
might encounter using your loading docks are always changing. At some point you
will encounter a truck or trailer that doesn't line up with your loading dock,
making freight movement difficult, if not impossible.
What Do You
Need?
Virginia loading dock levelers otherwise
referred to as Virginia
pit levelers. These pit levelers come in a variety of configurations
depending on what sorts of loads you receive and how often they get used.
These
are:
Loading
dock levelers and edge
of docks
·
Used to bridge the gap between a truck trailer and the warehouse
dock. Typically, there is an 8-10 inch gap between the edge of the dock and the
trailer due to rubber or steel bumpers used to protect the dock from potential
damage from trucks. In order to load or unload a trailer, the warehouse needs a
bridge to drive a forklift, pallet jack, or other material handling equipment
over the gap. This is where a dock leveler (aka pit leveler) or edge-of-docks
comes into play.
Dock
levelers have a greater range of motion than an Edge-of-Dock.
·
Dock leveler has a
standard operating range of 12” above and 12” below the dock while an
Edge-of-Dock has an operating range of 5” above and 5” below the dock. With the
differing dock and trailer heights, a standard Edge-of-Dock may not work.
·
Edge-of-Docks are harsher
on the forklift equipment than a dock leveler. The transition from dock to
trailer and back is far smoother on a dock leveler than an Edge-of-Dock.
It's
important to work with an experienced professional like our team at Just Rite Equipment, a
Division of DuraServ Corp., who
will ask the right questions and help you make an informed decision when it
comes to Virginia loading dock repair.
At Just-Rite Equipment, a division of DuraServ,
since 2001, we have been known for providing high-quality and dependable loading docks in Virginia. Our team
of professionals offers design consultations with you outlining timelines,
costs, and the care of your purchased product from Just-Rite Equipment.
We
offer:
Our wide
array of loading dock products at Just
Rite Equipment covers every aspect of vehicle loading and
unloading as well as its facilitation and improving its safety. Each of our
products and solutions is of the highest quality, durability, and safety.
What is a
Loading Dock System?
The loading dock system is key in the
efficient and safe handling of goods. Levelers, shelters, load houses, and
other accessories make loading and unloading more convenient and sustainable.
What is
Dock Leveler?
The dock leveler bridges
the gap to ensure the smooth and safe transfer of goods between vehicle and
loading dock. Manual dock plates and automatic levelers to suit your facility
can accommodate different types of vehicles and other equipment.
What is Pit
Leveler?
Pit levelers feature a pull chain to release the
pit leveler platform and raise the lip projection to connect the loading dock
with the truck or trailer
When the
difference in the range of vehicle bed heights to the dock height is minimal
the face-mounted Edge of Dock Leveler is a cost-effective alternative. This
dock leveler offers durability and long term performance.
·
They’re safe
Whether
it’s a forklift, a pallet, or a loading dock -- needs to be safe. The great
thing about loading dock technology is that its design has Operator safety in
mind.
·
Ease of use
This
ensures that your workers aren’t wasting their time doing something that a
machine can do and are able to be more productive.
·
Timesavers
Loading
dock levelers reduce the amount of time your trucks are spent idling and you
can load and unload multiple shipments each day.
·
Able to handle loads of all sizes
They’re
also designed to handle heavy traffic so no matter what your product weighs, you
can rest assured that the loading dock won’t cave under the pressure.
·
Compatible with trucks
Loading
dock levelers that are truck-compatible prevent injuries because the hook
ensures that the truck doesn’t accidentally drive or creep away while goods are
being moved on and off.
Work with
The Experts In Virginia
When it
comes to loading dock levelers in Virginia, you need
to find the type that works best for your space. All warehouses aren’t created
equal, so it’s important to find a dock leveler that fits your business’ needs
and the available area in your warehouse.
Just Rite Equipment has the
knowledge and expertise to help you determine the type of loading dock levelers
and pit levelers that will work best for your loading dock. For questions and
assistance, contact
us today.
For your questions, a consultation,
service call, and other concerns, you may contact us through the
following telephone
numbers:
·
Sterling,
VA (703) 450-2800
· Baltimore, MD (410) 536-0505
·
Jamesburg, NJ (609) 448-6550
·
South Windsor, CT
(860)528-1036
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