The Vestil Edge-O-Dock Leveler is a durable, factory-attached dock accessory designed to bridge the gap between a loading dock and trailers, facilitating safe, efficient material handling. This unit is permanently mounted to the face of the dock and uses a mechanical edge lip that automatically repositions behind the face of the bumpers as a trailer departs. It supports a 25,000 lb capacity with a 5-inch service range above the dock, and it features a 72-inch ramp width paired with a 36-5/8-inch ramp length to accommodate typical dock layouts without requiring a concrete recessed pit. The design includes a tread plate surface for positive, non-slip traction and a solid steel construction to withstand industrial use, contributing to long-term reliability in busy loading environments.
Construction and features are aligned with practical installation and operation considerations. The unit comes with 2" x 8" x 18" bumpers and standard hardware, and it can be installed without needing a concrete recess, provided the dock edge is steel and the mounting plate is bolted to the dock face through the anchor holes. The manual hydraulic hand pump option or the optional electric hydraulic system provides flexible lifting and lip extension control. The hand pump version uses a lowering valve to seat the deck on the trailer, while the electric hydraulics offer push-button operation to raise the deck and extend the lip. In both configurations, the trailer must pull away for the leveler to return to its stored position, ensuring the dock edge remains protected when not in use.
This product is suitable for loading docks equipped with a steel dock edge and is intended for sites where a recessed pit is not available or desired. The unit’s 72-inch width and 36-5/8-inch ramp length support typical dock-to-truck alignment in standard layouts, and the broad 25,000-pound rating provides capacity for many common palletized loads. When planning installation, ensure the dock face can accommodate the mounting plate and that the top welding and anchoring are completed per specifications for secure operation.
Features:
- Easy install mounts to steel dock edge without concrete recess
- Tread plate design offers non-slip gripping action
- Solid steel construction provides long-lasting reliability
- Uniform 25,000 lb capacity
- Service range above dock: 5 in.
- Uniform Capacity (lb.):
- 25000
- Service range above dock (in.):
- 5
- Package Size:
- Each
