In the majority of low profile dock lift installations it is common for the power unit to be positioned on the floor within near proximity of the dock lift.
However in some applications there is not enough room available to position the power unit close to the dock lift.
One alternative is to first position the power unit and then extend the length of the hydraulic hoses to reach the dock lift. If this is not a viable option an alternative is to install the power unit directly on the dock lift platform.
In most cases, to avoid compromising the usable dock lift platform space the power unit is installed on a structural deck extension. The structural deck extension can be located on either side of the platform opposite to the platform end servicing the truck.
Page 3 of this brochure link shows a platform mounted power unit. https://www.pentalift.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/LPE-Brochure.pdf
The platform mounted power unit is provided with a removable cover designed to assist in protecting the power unit from the elements. A low profile dock lift equipped with a platform mounted power unit is not to be used in a pre-formed pit installation. This is to avoid a potential pinch point as the platform lowers into the pit.
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