Control Panel Options what do I need?
Pentalift adds value by designing and assembling its own control panels "in house" at the factory. This helps accommodate interlocking of other dock equipment. Interlocking to vehicle restraints, overhead doors and inflatable shelters create a safe and productive loading dock system. Single master control panels save space and reduce electrical hook-up costs.
Control Panel Technology
Using proven long term technology eliminates replacing costly touch pa... Read More
Despite the apparent order, working in a warehouse is not exactly the safest place on earth. There are many dangers lurking around the corner. That leads to certain warehouse safety topics that you simply can’t afford not to discuss with your team of employees. Here are ten important topics that you should cover:
Warehouse Safety Topics:
Loading DocksThis is a broad topic that involves a variety of tips related to working with loading docks, without a forklift. It is important to... Read More
As dock and warehouse safety issues grow in importance along with productivity and environmental mandates, there becomes an increasing need for more innovative equipment. One of the areas of ongoing innovation pertains to levelers. There are three basic types of dock levelers: mechanical, air and hydraulic units. The type you will want to use will depend on the application. Here is a closer look at the different levelers: (more…)... Read More
When it comes to finding a reliable positioning solution, a customized lift table is ideal for a variety of industry applications. From high capacity lift tables to portable units - these items provide the best solution in terms of strength and versatility. Having a lift table custom designed for your business means you can benefit from durable and very effective positioning units that are capable of handling heavy loads in a wide variety of environments.
There are many different lifting table ... Read More
 When an innovative designer and manufacturer of wood stoves, gas grills, and fireplaces realized their continued market success and expanding product line required additional manufacturing facilities, including new loading dock positions, they began searching for the right product.
Since the first wood stove rolled off their production line in the mid-seventies, their commitment was to be distinctive and successful in everything they do. That motto would extend itself to envelope every aspect... Read More
As part of any business to keep your employees safe and to keep business running as usual, maintaining your loading dock equipment is vital to this continual operation. Depending on your individual application, your loading dock equipment may include truck restraints, dock levelers, and roll up doors – all of which are intricate parts of the loading dock. If you have an outside maintenance program - all the better, but small things can happen and you can’t always wait for their inspection ap... Read More
A leading manufacturer of tires approached Pentalift concerning a dock lift application at their research and testing facility in Northeast Ohio. Pentalift was able to design and manufacture a dock lift specific to the company’s needs which would fit into their existing pit with minimum modifications from Ohio dock equipment dealer; Action Door, who installed the unit - saving the client time and money.
The lift which was replaced was installed forty years earlier and had required ongoing m... Read More
Safety and productivity are major considerations when you select any type of production equipment for your warehouse. Dock levelers are no exception. The loading dock area is probably one of the most hazardous parts of your operation given the severity of injuries that could occur here, as well as the volume of activities that take place in the loading and unloading area. Ramps and inclines, vehicular traffic, sheer drops, wet, slippery, and dissimilar surfaces, or poor lighting in trailers are ... Read More
The advent of custom hydraulic lift solutions has drastically reduced the risk of injury across a variety of industrial and commercial facilities. The versatility of hydraulic lifting equipment has allowed many operators to perform tasks that would otherwise be considered too difficult or too dangerous for a worker to perform on their own. Custom hydraulic lift solutions can be configured to meet the specifications, requirements, and expectations of each client. (more…)... Read More
Ensuring that your warehouse is a safe environment is important for both personal protection and the protection of your employees. In today’s society, it is also important that you adhere to all safety rules and regulations to avoid lawsuits resulting from serious injuries, or fines as a result of non-compliance. To make sure that your warehouse and warehouse equipment is safe for your employees, here are 7 basic warehouse safety tips that you can’t ignore: (more…)... Read More