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Edge Of Dock Leveler | Lots A Ramps | Durability That Lasts

What to Look for in an Edge of Dock Leveler from Lots A Ramps

Six things to Consider before Buying an Edge of Dock Leveler:

  1. Ease of Use

Lots A Ramps edge dock leveler is an easier-to-operate than others. Why? Because we offer market-leading equipment parts, coupled with superior safety. Our levelers easily mount to the face of nearly any dock. And if that’s not enough, we also offer transition plates and approach ramps to further take the weight off your shoulders.

  1. Manual and Hydraulic Options

Employing our leveler is as simple as pulling the handle. We offer a manual leveler with the option of having a hydraulic power unit installed to it via a wall-mounted push button. That push of a button allows the unit to lift and rest heavy items, from 20,000 to 30,000 pounds to the height of a trailer bed for safe freight handling.

 

  1. The Utmost in Safety

Safety is the top priority at Lots-a-ramps. Equipping our levelers with a safety maintenance strut to secure the unit while performing routine maintenance. Additionally,  minimal maintenance needed, lubricating the hinges is simple on our levelers because they come with grease fittings.

  1. Quality Engineering

Our leveler has been designed and engineered using a three-dimensional software package. Lots A Ramps exclusive lift mechanism and spring assembly will set the board in place with a fraction of the effort needed to operate a conventional leveler.

  1. Long-Lasting Bumpers

Lots A Ramps pays attention to all the little details. Another area of importance is the quality of our leveler’s bumpers. The rubber/steel block bumper combo is often times the first thing to go bad in a leveler. We employ a specially-blended rubber formula bumper that is 3,000 PSI. This truly is the longest lasting – and absolute best option – on the market.

 

  1. Durability that Lasts

Durability is another detail of a properly functioning and lasting leveler. While levelers have some wear and tear at the pivot points, Lots A Ramps pivot points being equipped with bushings to minimize wear. Yet another attention to detail that sets us apart from our competition.

EOD - dock leveler

EOD bridging the gap between a truck and a loading dock. This is perfect for forklifts.

 

An edge of dock leveler isn’t the only piece of equipment offered at Lots A Ramps. We provide customers with a wide variety of American made mobile yard ramps, dock-to-ground ramps, truck ramps, and forklift ramps. We also have rail boards, dock plates, and portable platforms. All of our material handling equipment is available to purchase, some even available to rent.

Learn more about what Lots A Ramps can do for your unique dock and ramp needs by calling us today at 1­800­321­4968

Edge of Dock Leveler Maintenance | Lots A Ramps

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 Edge of Dock Leveler Maintenance

When was the last time you thought about your edge of dock leveler maintenance?  With moving loads in and out of your facility all day, every day is your main goal, until your equipment doesn’t function properly. Taking time for recommended maintenance of your dock equipment can seem like a time drain—but you’ll be thankful you did.

And better to schedule time now rather than endure downtime when a critical load needs to leave your facility. Fortunately, our EOD levelers require minimal maintenance, including the simple lubrication of hinges, which come equipped with grease fittings. With Lots A Ramps edge of dock leveler maintenance truly couldn’t be any simpler or quicker.

Read on for step-by-step procedures for keeping your EOD leveler functioning properly.

Safety Precautions

First things first.

Before you service your edge of dock leveler, be sure to take necessary safety measures to avoid injury (and by injury, we mean serious injury. This is, after all, heavy-duty steel equipment capable of handling several thousand pounds.) Reading manuals can be tedious, but in this case, you’ll be glad you did.

Be aware that:

  1. The EOD leveler moves toward you.
  2. For maintenance, the leveler should be in the raised position and secured with the maintenance strut. (More on that important piece of equipment below.)
  3. Always return the edge of dock leveler to the stored position after service.

Got it? Good. Now you’re ready to insert the maintenance strut.

  1. Using the hand lever, position the EOD leveler in the full back position. See Fig. 18 from the manual for reference.Maintenance Lever for Edge of Dock Leveler Maintenance
  2. While one person holds the hand lever down (Fig. 18 again), another person standing on the drive surface must position the lip to its full upright position. Take a look at Fig. 25 from the manual to confirm correct positioning.EOD Leveler Maintenance Positioning
  3. With the ramp and lip in the full upright position, move the lever to the maintenance socket location. See Fig. 25 again for reference.

By the Manual

Safety precautions? Check. Equipment prep? Check. Now you’re ready to tackle the task at hand. Remember, your Lots A Ramps equipment is warrantied to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of one year, provided that the purchaser maintains and operates the edge of dock leveler in accordance with the owner’s manual. Go by the book!

  1. Every 90 days, with the dock leveler in the maintenance position, inspect all moving parts for wear or damage. Repair or replace as necessary.
  2. Inspect all welds, and repair or replace as necessary.
  3. If linkage parts must be replaced due to wear or damage, raise the leveler to its rear-most position by means of the hand lever and secure with the maintenance strut. Again, reference Fig. 25 from the manual.
  4. Lubricate all grease fittings every 90 days.
  5. To increase spring tension, turn bolts in evenly. To decrease spring tension, turn bolts out evenly.
  6. Every 90 days, inspect the dock bumpers: 4” of bumper protection is required. Worn, torn, loose or missing bumper must be replaced.
  7. Every 90 days, check all labels and replace as necessary. You can find a list of part numbers for your edge of dock leveler on page 26 of your owner’s manual or download the PDF.
  8. Every 6 months, verify that you have the latest manual. Follow the link above for the most current version.
  9. Hydraulic edge of dock levelers only: Seasonally change the hydraulic fluid for ambient temperatures, or if there is any evidence of accumulating condensation creating water contamination.

Fluid Recommendations

Finally, don’t use brake fluid or any other fluids not approved by Lots A Ramps. Use of such fluids may degrade the hydraulic system’s seals and hoses.

The first choice for fluid is Citco AW-46(200) hydraulic fluid. This is the fluid we normally supply with your unit. It’s suitable for an ambient temperature range of -10°F to 100°F (-23°C to 38°C).

We’re confident these steps will become second nature, once you get on a routine maintenance schedule. Have other maintenance-related questions? We’d love to hear from you. Contact us today.