News — Dock Levelers

Compare hydraulic, mechanical, and air-powered dock levelers. Learn the pros, cons, maintenance needs, and best applications for each type to make the right choice for your facility.

Learn about the 5 main types of dock leveler springs, how to identify when they need replacement, and find the right spring for your Rite-Hite, Kelley, Blue Giant, McGuire or Serco leveler.

When ordering dock leveler parts, it’s critical to ensure that you’re getting the right thing. This sounds obvious but can be easily overlooked. Getting it right the first time helps to avoid unnecessary delays, which adds to the frustration of a broken dock.

1 - Identify the Brand

2 - Identify the Size

3 - Identify the Capacity Rating

When ordering dock leveler parts, it’s critical to ensure that you’re getting the right thing. This sounds obvious but can be easily overlooked. Getting it right the first time helps to avoid unnecessary delays, which adds to the frustration of a broken dock.

1 - Identify the Brand

2 - Identify the Size

3 - Identify the Capacity Rating

What is the standard loading dock height? 1.) In North America, the most commonly found dock height is 48–52 inches or (120–130 cm), though heights of up to 55 inches (140 cm) occur as well. A dock leveler can be used to  bridge the gap between a truck and a warehouse to safely accommodate a forklift Many facilities may choose a different dock height based upon unique trailer configurations.  A standard 53' trailer has a bed height @ 48". Overseas shipping containers @ 52"+ Straight Trucks / Box Trucks @ 40" - 50" An incline or decline approach can affect the the dock height....