Four easy steps to follow to help you select dockplates and dockboards:
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Determine Maximum Height Difference:
For the worst case, measure the height of the truck floor above or below the dock level (see diagram below).
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Select Width:
As a general rule, add 18in / 45.7cm to overall width of your material handling equipment. Typical dockplate or dockboard widths for standard equipment are as follows:
2-wheel handtruck 36 in / 91 cm 4-wheel platform truck 48 in / 122 cm Pallet truck 48 in / 122 cm Forklift truck 60 in / 152 cm -
Establish Axle Load Capacity:
Calculate axle load capacity from TOTAL WEIGHT of material handling equipment and its maximum load carrying capacity, as follows:
2-wheel handtruck 100% of TOTAL WEIGHT 4-wheel platform truck 50% of TOTAL WEIGHT Hand Pallet truck 60% of TOTAL WEIGHT Powered Pallet truck 67% of TOTAL WEIGHT Counter-balanced forklift truck 90% of TOTAL WEIGHT -
Choose Model to Satisfy Above Requirements.
To select dockplates or dockboards for use with walkie stackers, or other material handling equipment with low underclearance, please consult with us to avoid "hang ups".
We reserve the right to make specification, equipment and price changes without notice.