The Blue Giant HU6008-40 Hydraulic Dock Leveler is a high-capacity loading-dock solution designed to bridge variances between dock and trailer floors with the touch of a button. Built for durability and smooth operation, this 6' x 8' deck handles demanding material handling tasks at facilities with frequent trailer activity, contributing to steady load transfer and reduced downtime at the dock.
Construction features include a deck supported by a robust arrangement of high-tensile solid steel U-beam members and a high-tensile steel deck and lip, supported by an inverted hydraulic deck cylinder that self-purges air for reliable cycling. The unit uses a 16" (406mm) long, beveled lip and a fixed rear hinge with 4" (101mm) lateral ramp flex to compensate for non-level trailer beds, helping maintain alignment during ramping and loading. The hydraulic system is powered by a self-contained TENV 1 HP power pack mounted under the deck, with independent lip control available as an option for faster cycle times and energy efficiency (requires Blue Genius Touch Control Panel).
Operational safety and control are emphasized through a single push-button SP1 control station with a constant-pressure UP function, a NEMA4X/IP65 rated control enclosure, toe guards finished in safety yellow, velocity fuse fall-safety, and a durable beveled lip to reduce hang-ups. The unit ships with standard laminated bumpers (DB411 or DB411WB family) appropriate to the 6' width, supports a static rating of 40,000 lbs, and is offered in a form that supports reliable, repeatable lifting and lowering at typical dock heights. Lead time is noted by the manufacturer as 6–7 weeks.
Suitable for facilities that require a heavy-duty, hydraulically powered leveler for frequent dock-to-truck transitions, this model is compatible with standard 6' x 8' dock bays and is packaged as a single unit (Each). When selecting and maintaining this equipment, ensure compatibility with your dock frame, confirm voltage requirements for the TENV power pack, and follow the included safety and maintenance guidance to support consistent performance over time.
Features:
- Increased Safety at the Loading Dock
- Ergonomic Hydraulic Operation with a single push button control station
- Fixed rear hinge with 4" lateral ramp flex for non-level trailer beds
- Wide operating range: +/- 12" from dock level
- High-tensile steel deck, lip, and six U-beam deck supports
- 16" long lip with taper on 7' wide models
- Self-contained TENV 1 HP power pack under deck
- V-grooved maintenance strut and weighted toe guards
- Nominal Deck Size:
- 6' x 8'
- Static Capacity:
- 40000 lbs
- Package Size:
- Each
