Mechanical Pit Leveler Features

Durability, Low Maintenance, Low Downtime

• Heavy-duty multi-lug construction of the lip hinge. The design helps shed debris instead of trapping/grinding it between the lip/deck junction that can cause fatigue and maintenance issues. The lug construction also allows for easy lubrication of the hinge.
• The deck hinge is fully supported across the entire width of the deck, which spreads the load across the width of the deck instead of concentrating the load on just a few hinge points.
• A durable textured powder coat provides an extremely durable finish, better corrosion protection and adhesion compared to wet paint
  Complies with ANSI MH30.1-2022 that includes rigorous load testing requirements

Environmentally Friendly

• Our powder coat process has fewer Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) and solvents compared to paint.
• Overspray is recycled which reduces waste disposal issues compared to a traditional paint process.
• The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends powder coatings as a sustainable coating option.

Serviceability and Installation

• Open base frame creates generous space for service along the full length of the leveler, including the rear, which is the most difficult area to reach for cleaning and a common collection point for debris
• Leveler main springs are tightened/loosened with one adjustment point conveniently located on lift arm.
• Field serviceable with easy to reach adjuster for main spring
• Serviceable lip and hinge pin can be removed without breaking welds
• Maintenance brace is easy to reach under the leveler and is tethered so it never gets lost. The brace holds leveler up by the deck to allow lip maintenance
• Grease fittings to lubricate deck hinge for smooth operation
• Leveler ships with four forklift lifting loops bolted to deck, allowing leveler to be lifted from the front or rear for easy transport and placement in the pit

Weight Capacity: 35,000 and 45,000 lbs.

Dimension (Nominal) 6′ W x 8′ L

Installer Friendly

• Fast, safe install with height adjusters operated while standing on the building floor, no need for the installer to be under leveler and no shimming/welding needed in the rear of pit
• Adjusters quickly position the dock level with the building floor
• Improved safety — the installer is never under the Leveler
• Levelers ship with four steel fork loops bolted to the deck, which improves stability when lifting from a truck. The loops help with forklift placement into a pit from inside or outside the building and help to minimize levelers sliding while stacked on top of each other
• Cutouts identify weld points to the curb angle for faster installation
• The Lifter arm is mounted to the frame’s rear instead of sitting on the pit floor. No need to shim or weld under the lifter arm

Durable Design and Finish

• The base frame is open all the way to the rear of the pit for easy access, with no cross beams or places to trap debris.
• C-channel beams create a strong deck structure and allow moisture to dry
• Deck design eliminates the transition angle, which is a frequent repair on many levelers
• The deck hinge is fully supported across the entire width of the deck to enhance long-term durability
• Durable textured powder coat finish
• Compliant with ANSI MH30.1-2022

Smooth Building-To-Truck Transition

• Designed with an optimized beveled lip to reduce bumps and damage to cargo and material handling equipment
• Reduces shocks and jolts to workers by creating a level pathway
• Facilitates fast movement of material handling equipment and forklifts

Easy-to-Use and Ergonomic

• The release chain for deck operation is user-friendly and easy to pull
• The holddown is easy to operate
• The Leveler is well-balanced for quick, easy articulation and automatically maintains positive lip contact with trailer movements.
• The snubber chain and maintenance brace are positioned at side edges, allowing easy access to the pit for maintenance and cleaning.

Safety Focus

• Installers are never under the pit
• Minimal bumps or gaps on the deck/lip reduce trip hazards for workers
• Proprietary powder coat formulation on deck and lip surfaces is textured to provide enhanced traction and non-slip protection even when wet