Vestil VESPP-2572 Edge-O-Dock leveler is a heavy-duty dock equipment solution designed to bridge the gap between a loading dock and trailers, facilitating safe and efficient material handling. This model is a permanent mount unit that attaches to the face of the dock and features a 72 inch ramp width with a 29 inch ramp length, providing a uniform 25,000 lb capacity for compliant pallets and loads during dock-to-trailer interface. The design accommodates docks that are at least 48 inches high, with the lip automatically dropping behind the bumper face as the trailer departs, eliminating the need for a concrete recess in many installations. The system is offered with standard components including steel bumpers and installation hardware to simplify setup and maintenance.
Construction and distinguishing features include a tread plate upper surface that delivers a solid, non-slip grip for operators and a rugged steel construction intended for durable, long-term service. The unit is supplied with multiple actuation options described by Vestil, including a manual hydraulic hand pump system (for lifting the leveler and extending the lip, with a lowering valve for controlled descent) and an electric hydraulic option (115V, 1-phase, with motor, pump, control box, and hydraulic lines). The installation requires a steel dock edge or approach plate and a continuous weld across the mounting plate to ensure proper operation, with the mounting plate bolted to the dock face using the provided anchor holes.
Practical use considerations include the necessity for the truck to pull away before the leveler retracts to its stored position, a characteristic shared by both hydraulic actuation variants. The product is supplied in a package size of one per unit and is designed for quick compatibility with standard loading docks that meet the specified dimensions and mounting requirements. When selecting a unit, verify dock height, ramp length, and the presence of a compatible face extension or edge plate to ensure secure mounting and reliable lip operation during loading and unloading operations.
Features:
- Easy install allows unit to quickly mount to any loading dock with a steel dock edge
- Tread plate design offers a positive non-slip gripping action
- Product design conveniently does not require a concrete recess
- Solid steel construction offers long lasting reliable use
- Uniform Capacity (lb.):
- 25000
- Service range above dock (in.):
- 5
- Package Size:
- Each
