Under normal operating conditions the truck is backed into position at the loading dock and the trailer door is opened. The attendant operates the dock leveler, the dock leveler deck raises and the hydraulic lip extends. The dock leveler is then lowered into position with the extended hydraulic lip resting on the bed of the truck. After the loading is completed the attendant returns the dock leveler to the closed stored position, that’s what is supposed to happen. However should the truck depa... Read More
Most lift tables are operated using a straight forward hydraulic design. An electric motor coupled to a hydraulic system pumps oil into the lift cylinder(s) which in turn raises the lift table. When the lift table is in the correct position the operator releases the up button and the lift table stops moving. In this elevated position the hydraulic oil is “locked” in the lift cylinder(s). In the event of a hydraulic hose rupture or fitting failure the lift table would drop quickly and at an u... Read More
The most commonly ordered option for a rotating top is a form of holding the top in position. There are 2 common holding options such as a rotating top “detent”. The operator slowly rotates the top into a pre-determined position and a spring loaded detent engages in a “dish” in the underside of the rotating top. The rotating top is held in position until the operator applies a gentle nudge to the rotating top and the top rotates off the detent and onward. A positive mechanical rotating l... Read More
Tilt tables are typically used with bins that contain loose individual components or stacked components. To avoid repetitive bending and reaching down into the bottom of the bin it is more ergonomically correct to tilt the bin towards the operator for ease of component positioning or removal. Tilt tables are available in hydraulic operation up to 90 degrees. Most common models tilt to 45 degrees. Pneumatic tilters are also available and tilt up to 40 degrees. A combination lift and tilt will f... Read More
Low Profile Dock Lift
With a lowered height of only 6” a low profile dock lift allows ground level access without the need for construction of a pit. A Pentalift low profile dock lift can accommodate truck/trailer heights from pick-ups to semi-trailers with a vertical travel of 54”. It requires no pit and has the capability to be semi-portable, a low profile unit is an effective solution for ground level doors, confined spaces and leased building applications. Sizes and capacities are avail... Read More
Lift Table with Sliding Platform
A company specializing in vacuum heat treating contacted Pentalift for a lift table with a sliding platform as a solution to increase their efficiencies when loading a furnace. The furnace is a 36’ long car bottom design and the transfer car is loaded outside the furnace and once loaded is moved into position.
Lift Table with Sliding Platform Application
The product for the furnace is stacked on the transfer car, the lift tables serve as work platforms ele... Read More
Hydraulic Edge of Dock Leveler
What is an edge of dock leveler? The design of the Pentalift EDH series hydraulic edge of dock ensures reliable operation resulting in maximum return on investment. The EDH series hydraulic edge of dock leveler is fully hydraulic. The operator simply pushes a button to use the edge of dock. The hydraulic system is self contained and reliable. It ensures the operation is smooth and controlled. For ease of service, all components are easily accessible from the dock ... Read More
Triple Scissor Lift Tables reach new heights
Not only the Raptors can soar high! Pentalift's TSL Series Triple Scissor Lift tables help you reach new heights. For use in applications where there is minimal space and high lifting is required. Pentalift's heavy duty hydraulic triple scissor lift table has lift capacities of 2,500 to 6,000 lbs. With low heights of 22 or 28" the triple scissor lift table can be designed with travel/lift up to 180". Many size ranges from 36" x 48" to 48" x 72". Trip... Read More
Forktruck Maintenance Lift
Model: 6FTML6012020 Capacity: 20,000 Ib
Forktruck Maintenance Lift Features:
Increase safety and productivity during fork truck maintenance
Allows free access to all service areas
No mounting pit required
Eliminates chain falls and blocking
20,000 Ib. capacity
Safety ratchet and pawl system assures load holding with safe redundancy
The reliable hydraulic system raises and lowers the fork truck maintenance lift to the desired position. A ratchet ... Read More
Hydraulic Conversion Kit upgrade
A Pentalift universal conversion kit upgrades an existing dock leveler to fully hydraulic activation. Each kit contains all necessary components for a complete conversion to an easy-to-use, low maintenance design. It is designed to fit a wide variety of dock levelers including competitive brands. A conversion kit is an economical alternative to replacing an existing dock leveler. The upgrade also reduces down time and repair costs. Pentalift conversion kits e... Read More