Pentalift Blog - May 2017
Why Are No Low Hydraulic Lift Tables Becoming More Common?
May 31, 2017, 11:51 am - No low designed hydraulic lift tables do not require a pre formed pit or a lift truck to position the pallet on the lift table. The platform of this design rests right at floor level with a bevelled leading edge. A manual pump truck is all that is required to position or remove the pallet on this design of hydraulic lift table.
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Why Are There So Many Models Of Vehicle Restraints Available From A Single Manufacturer?
May 24, 2017, 4:50 pm -
Not all applications are the same. In some cases, vehicle restraints are a part of the initial construction design process. It is also quite common to add vehicle restraints to an existing loading dock to improve the safety at this busy area of the facility. The positioning of the trailer’s rear impact guard can vary from trailer manufacturers. This has created the requirements for low profile vehicle restraints. Some facilities are able to cost justify mechanical vehicle restraints as an improvement over manual wheel chocks. There are many models to pick from and each design has its unique features.
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What is a velocity fuse and what is its purpose?
May 12, 2017, 10:38 am -
The purpose of a velocity fuse is to ensure safety to any operator using a hydraulic lift table, hydraulic dock lift, or a hydraulic dock leveler. The way it works is by regulating flow leaving the cylinder. If the velocity fuse senses any sort of flow that is too fast then the velocity fuse will close locking the oil in the cylinders stopping the lift from lowering. This ensures safety to the operator to minimize any risk of injury.
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Where Would You Use An Air Powered Lift Table?
May 5, 2017, 4:13 pm - Hydraulic operated lift tables are the most common, however in some applications, air powered lift tables are the best solution. One of the most common applications is paint booths where a spark from an electric motor could cause an explosion. Another is a wash down application. Contact a Pentalift Sales Representative for more information.