The Vestil EH-68-25 is a hydraulic dock leveler designed to streamline loading and unloading at high-usage dock sites. It uses a hydraulic raise mechanism with a simple push-button operation for raising the deck. At lift, the lip automatically extends to bridge between the dock and trailer, facilitating smoother and faster transfers. Once the deck reaches the raised position, releasing the raise control allows the platform to descend and sit on the trailer, aligning with the trailer bed for loading or unloading operations. A red emergency stop on the control box provides a clear safety shutoff during operation. When the dock area begins to revert to cross-traffic position, the deck returns automatically to full down, trips the limit switch, and reverts to the level state for safe, unobstructed movement. The unit includes telescoping steel toe guards on both sides flush with the platform edge for side clearance and worker protection, plus laminated bumpers to help absorb impact at the dock edge.
Construction and function are tailored to 25,000 lb uniform capacity with a service range above the dock of ±12 inches, enabling improved alignment with trailers of varying heights. The model is specified with 460V 3-Phase operation, which is typical for high-demand industrial docks, and is rated for applications requiring robust, reliable hydraulic operation in environments with frequent trailer traffic. This particular configuration lists a deck size compatible with the given pit and platform footprint, and is packaged as a single unit suitable for retrofit or new installations in appropriate facilities.
Use cases include distribution centers, manufacturing dock doors, and other high-traffic shipping areas where quick, dependable leveler operation reduces loading times and manual handling. Compatibility considerations include ensuring electrical supply meets 460V 3-Phase requirements and that pit dimensions align with the specified 74" W x 86" L x 24" D footprint, plus appropriate clearance for the lip extension and toe guards. Regular maintenance should focus on hydraulic fluid integrity, inspection of the telescoping toe guards, lip extension mechanism, and limit-switch functionality to maintain consistent operation and safety.
Features:
- Hydraulic design with push-button operation
- Lip auto-extends as the deck is raised for easy loading/unloading
- Control box includes red emergency stop for safety
- Telescopic steel toe guards on both sides
- Uniform capacity: 25,000 lb
- Uniform Capacity (lb.):
- 25,000
- Service Range Above Dock (in.):
- 12
- Package Size:
- Each
