Implement Loading Dock Buyers Guide

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1 Implement Loading Dock Buyers Guide Basic Trailer Unloading Mobile Ramp Portable Loading Dock Mobile Loading Dock Fixed Position Loading Dock Portable Loading Docks Specialty Loading Docks Railcar Unload Implements Utility Vehicles Wideload Full Trailer Access

2 Application Survey 1. Location a) Outdoor b) Indoor c) Built into Building Wall 2. Loading Dimensions a) Type of Equipment b) Wheel Base c) Outer Width 3. Capacity Requirements a) Lift + Load Max Weight b) Equipment Axle Weight c) Gross Weight 4. Clear Width Required (standard widths, 108,120 and 138 other available) a) 5. Level Section Length a) 0 standard b) 8 optional c) Custom 6. Deck Surface a) Open Serrated Bar Grating b) Replaceable Wood Deck for steel tracked vehicles 6. Mobility Required a) Fixed Position b) Portable - movable but no wheels c) Mobile Wheels for daily moves 7. Will this be used to load box trailers? Is a dock leveler required? a) 24 Handle Operated (EOD) b) No c) 8. Options (see p.16) Standard Features Handrails above 30 per IBC Handrails on 48 platform per OSHA (c)(1) Wheel Chocks per OSHA (k) Solid Side Curbs Heavy Wide Flange Beam and High Strength Steel Construction Easily Replaceable 2 Serrated Grating or wood deck Self-Standing Fully Mobile with Wheels Fixed Position High Capacity for loading any type of equipment including steel tracks 2

3 Determine Width The inside clear width of any ramp or dock must be reviewed vs. the overall width of the product or vehicles that will use the ramp. Product to be loaded? Measure outside width of forklift, vehicle, equipment or product to be loaded? 78 clear (85 overall) or low volume 96 clear (102 overall) standard 108 clear (114 overall) wideload shipping req d 138 clear (143 overall)- wideload shipping req d 168 clear (174 overall)-wideload shipping and field installation of sides req d How many trailers per week will be loaded? If high volume, consider giving forklift driver more room to maneuver and allow for trailers to be off center 96 Clear Width (standard) 108 Clear Width 168 Clear Width 138 Clear Width 3

4 Ramp Adjustment Hydraulic Leg Option Forklift Adjustment Low cost. Use if adjustability is needed, however infrequent Adjustable Legs provided. Use forklift to raise and lower front of dock. Manual Hand Pump Basic operation Only will work with docks up to 30,000 lb capacity Solar Powered Hydraulic with Legs Push Button Raise and Lower of Dock Legs Steel High Capacity Adjustable No Maintenance Legs Solar panel and 12v marine battery supply power (no electrical expense needed) Fully Hydraulic Legs 208v/1 ph power required Push button adjustment between 34 and 54 height Manual Hand Pump Solar w/legs 4

5 City of Denton TX High capacity 85,000 lbs. 32 long x 12 wide Fully Mobile Automatic wheel placement Four tire high capacity design 5

6 Multiple CAT Dealerships High capacity 75,000 lbs. 40 long x 14 wide Fixed Position Wood Deck for steel tracked vehicles Pushbutton hydraulic leg adjustment 32 up to 54 Solar Powered Integral dock leveler and wheel chocks to create loading dock 6 19

7 GSA High capacity 75,000 lbs. 40 long x 14 wide Fully Mobile Wood Deck for steel tracked vehicles Solar Powered Pushbutton hydraulic leg adjustment 32 up to 54 Integral dock leveler and wheel chocks to create loading dock 6 19

8 JCB High capacity 60,000 lbs. 32 long x 108 wide Fixed Position Pushbutton hydraulic leg adjustment 32 up to v/1 ph power required 19 7

9 Canton Airport High capacity 85,000 lbs. 38 long x 16 wide Fixed Position Pushbutton hydraulic leg adjustment 34 up to 53 Manual Adjustment 8

10 JLG High capacity 60,000 lbs. 40 long x 10 wide (120 clear width) Fixed Position Custom ramp profile for low ground clearance equipment Pushbutton hydraulic leg adjustment 34 up to 53 Solar Powered 9

11 Portable Loading Dock with 8 long x7 wide Pit Leveler 96 USEABLE WIDTH AUTOMATIC 13 TALL SOLID FORKLIFT SIDE CURBS INTEGRAL LEVELER ATTACHMENT WHEEL CHOCKS LAMINATED DOCK BUMPERS ADJUSTABLE SUPPORT LEGS AUTOMATIC WHEEL PLACEMENT SYSTEM SOLID HIGH CAPACITY WHEELS 10

12 Portable Loading Dock with 2 Edge of Dock Leveler 11

13 Fully Mobile Loading Dock 12

14 Exclusive Integral Loading Platform-Mobile or Fixed 9 13

15 Mobile Ramp with Hydraulic Safety Legs 14

16 Options Trailer Restraint or Hydraulic Leveler Dok-Lok Vehicle Restraints Positive means of restraining trailer at dock above and beyond wheel chock Powered and Mechanical models available Solar Powered Leg Adjustment Safety Signage System Ships Ladders Basic Entry Double Handrails Slip Resistant Treads 12 offset steps 24 wide Stairs Designed per OSHA Stair Standards 36 handrails two rail system Slip Resistant Treads 7 steps x 12 deep Hydraulic Push Button Leveler Activation Full Length Handrails Control Mast- Ground Mounted Wood Deck for steel tracked vehicles Wider clear width Longer Inclined Ramp Length Longer Level Loading Section Custom Load Rating for non-forklift loading Ships Ladder Shelters Stair 15

17 Safety Handrails for personnel protection on ramps and platforms standard OHSA (c)(1) above 48 IBC above 30 Built as loading docks Integral Dock Leveler to float with trailer Self-supported Wheel chocks per OSHA (k) Ease of Use Must be intuitive and safe Minimize employee effort to move and use Long Life 10 Year Design Life 5 Year Warranty (on most models) Minimal Maintenance Designed for Reality Trailer Impact Loads Forklift Impact Loads Weather Solid Rubber Tires- Standard Never go flat Easily Replaceable Bar Grating Minimal Installation Examples of Designs on Mobile Loading Docks Springs pull wheels into position when forklift raises bottom of ramp. No pumping required to move fully mobile loading dock Steel Adjustable Legs- No maintenance or gears Wheel Chocks, handrails and ships ladder for added safety when employees need access into trailers.