What can you do when you need a lift table that you can roll loads onto, but it is not possible to cut into the floor to create a pit? There are a few ways to overcome this situation. If you do not require much vertical travel or capacity, you might be able to get away with a lift table model that offers a short retracted low height, and then utilize a hinged or floor mounted approach ramp. Depending on the application, Pentalift's 4.3LH, Pro Series, or even the LPE might meet the requirement. T... Read More
One of the most important aspects of owning a workplace where engineers are expected to perform is making sure that it’s safe for all employees. Workplace hazards are common for warehouses, factories and other similar establishments where heavy machinery and equipment is often used, and avoiding these is the only way to ensure a healthy workplace environment.
Decreasing a manufacturing engineer’s workplace hazards can be done easily with a few simple tips and advice. There are many things... Read More
Why would a dock lift be preferred over a regular dock leveler? With the majority of loading docks being approximately 48” above the road or driveway, there are many more dock levelers in use than dock lifts. Applications that don’t have a 48” raised dock area will often require ground level loading. Hydraulic dock lifts provide a safe and efficient answer for this situation. Product is loaded onto the dock lift at grade level, the operator then raises the dock lift to the truck bed heigh... Read More
What are the guidelines to install a lift table into a pit? This is a frequently asked question. The idea is to address the safety and well-being of anyone that might come within close proximity of the lift table when it is in operation. When the lift table is lowering into the pit there must be protection to avoid a potential pinch point if a person is standing close by. The appropriate methods for providing toe protection when a lift table is installed in a pit are laid out in ANSI MH29.1, Saf... Read More
When you work in the manufacturing engineering industry, or possibly even own a manufacturing facility, it’s important that you keep up-to-date with the latest changes.
Things are constantly changing and updating within the industry and in order to thrive, you must be aware of the changes and current news. There are several ways in which you can go about finding such information.
Magazines related to the manufacturing engineering industry will often keep those interested up to ... Read More
Why is the Pentalogic valve so important on a hydraulic dock leveler? The power unit on any brand of hydraulic dock leveler is designed to raise the platform and to extend the hinged lip assembly. Conventional hydraulic dock leveler plumbing contains a number of individual valves and assorted fittings. Increasing the number of individual valves increases the likelihood of component failure and hydraulic leaks developing. The Pentalogic valve is a one piece machined housing that incorporates only... Read More
A scissor life table has many useful purposes. The applications of a scissor lift table include a variety of things, but the platform is ultimately designed to help lift and raise heavier objects. The industrial lift is most often seen in behind the scenes of retail establishments and warehouses, although manufacturing engineers are always redesigning the lift for various uses.
These are some of the most commonly seen applications for scissor lifts:
Examples of What a Scissor Lift Table Can ... Read More
Most lift table applications are indoors and do not have any unusual exposure that can impact the finish. For these typical applications, Pentalift’s standard finish of gray enamel paint is usually the desired choice. There are applications however, where a custom finish is required. It could be as simple as upgrading to a non-standard color, to match existing equipment or to identify the equipment for a specific purpose. For typical outdoor applications an upgrade to a high solids epoxy finis... Read More
How important are site checks to quoting Dock Seals? Site checks are very important to make sure that the Dock Seal selected will provide the best conditions for energy conservation. Some of the most important factors to identify involve the vehicle approach...is it level, declined or inclined? If approach is level then there is no modification to the seal required, however Dock Seal side pads can easily be tapered as required to suit non level approaches. For the correct Dock Seal compression, ... Read More
With so many changes in the industry happening monthly, it’s easy to lose sight that sometimes the simplest solutions are the best. In the case of manufacturing engineering, this is definitely the case with a long-trusted product: Hydraulic lift tables.
Hydraulic lift tables are one of the most sought after lifts when it comes to the operation of heavy equipment or in industries where lifting is often necessary. But what are the advantages to this trusted type of lift table that makes it so... Read More