Dock levellers and loading bay equipment

A dock leveller bridges the height difference between a vehicle bed and the warehouse floor. That gap differs between an empty and a loaded trailer, and the suspension settles further during loading — which is why the bay needs an adjustable leveller rather than a fixed steel plate.

What this equipment is for

Without a leveller a pallet truck cannot enter the trailer, goods are handled manually, and that costs both time and damage. A hydraulic leveller lowers its deck onto the trailer floor while a hinged or telescopic lip extends inside. Dock bumpers protect the building from impact, wheel chocks stop the vehicle moving off, and a traffic-light system sets the sequence between driver and warehouse operator.

How to choose

• Dock height and the vehicle mix served — a van and a semi-trailer differ substantially.
• Deck size and capacity, allowing for the weight of the trucks that cross it.
• Lip type: hinged or telescopic, the latter being easier with short vehicle beds.
• Heat loss in cold stores: the leveller is planned together with a dock shelter or seal.
• Safety: docking procedure, light signals and integrated wheel restraints.

What DepoHub offers

We measure the bay, prepare the configuration, select equipment from the catalog, and carry out installation and periodic inspection. The loading area is planned as a whole: sectional doors, barriers and trucks are specified together. See our services and send a request.