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Equipment Work For The Installation Dock Leveler

Dock levelers are widely used and usually used in warehouses, stations, docks and other places. The purpose of the installation is to effectively adjust the height difference between the floor and platform of different transport vehicles through the joint work of the control system, the electro-hydraulic power unit, the adjustment plate and the tongue plate. If it is used for warehousing logistics, you can choose a set of warehousing and logistics loading and unloading combinations. These include industrial sectional doors, dock door seals, and hydraulic dock leveler to prevent external rain, debris, and airflow from entering. It can make loading and unloading more stable and safe.

Information You Need Before Buying Dock Levelers

Pit Specifications Clarification

• If no pit has been constructed: Construct according to standard dimensions. Optional specifications are 2000mm×2000mm×(500/600)mm or 2000mm×2500mm×(500/600)mm;
• If the pit is already built: Customize the dock leveler to fit the existing pit dimensions.

Load Capacity Confirmation

The loading hydraulic dock leveler offers three load capacity options: 6 tons, 8 tons, and 10 tons. Select the corresponding model based on the daily loading/unloading cargo weight, as well as the tonnage of transport vehicles and forklifts.

Suitable Working Scenarios for Loading Dock Levelers

Core Operational Scene Characteristics

• High cargo throughput: Frequent truck docking and departure, with daily loading/unloading cycles ranging from dozens to hundreds of times.
• Interconnected operations: Cross-traffic of personnel, forklifts, and trucks, involving multiple links such as cargo handling, securing, and sorting, with dense intersecting movement routes.
• Fast-paced workflow: Must align with logistics and transportation timelines, often involving 24/7 shifts and concentrated operations during peak periods.

Environmental Condition Features

• Mostly semi-open spaces directly connected to the outdoors, vulnerable to natural environmental factors such as temperature changes, rain, snow, and sandstorms.
• Floors must withstand heavy loads from forklifts, trucks, and heavy cargo, frequently accompanied by debris like dust and packaging scraps.
• Diverse noise sources, including truck engines, forklift operations, and cargo loading/unloading collisions, resulting in high ambient noise levels.
• Temperature fluctuations: Significant high temperatures in summer and low temperatures in winter, especially for cold chain logistics or outdoor docks. Some areas require thermal insulation or cooling measures.

Safety & Protection Requirements

• Floors must be slip-resistant and wear-resistant. Anti-collision strips and warning lines should be installed in specific areas to avoid vehicle collision risks.
• Rainproof and dustproof facilities are required. High-speed rolling doors, dock shelters, and other equipment can also install at docks to minimize environmental interference.
• Sufficient lighting and warning signs must be installed in the operation area to ensure safety during nighttime or low-light conditions.

Application Scenarios for Dock Levelers

• Warehousing & Logistics Scenarios
• Manufacturing Scenarios
• Commercial Retail Scenarios
• Special Industry Scenarios

Reasons for choosing Seppes

At present, Seppes has 14 years of experience in the manufacturing industry. The technology is mature. There are nearly 20 patents for various inventions and technologies, and 15 are pending. Products have exported to Europe, Australia, the United States, Canada, France, Japan, Dubai, Russia and other countries and regions through high international standards. In addition, Seppes is also a cooperative supplier of more than 60 Fortune 500 companies, such as IKEA, Logitech, and Fresenius.