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Lawrenceville NJ Showroom
609-883-0900
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215-493-7709
Levittown PA Pentalift Loading Dock Seals-Shelters-Levelers

Pentalift Dock Seals-Shelters-Levelers
Levittown PA

Pentalift Equipment Corporation has grown to become one of North Americas largest manufacturers of loading dock equipment, lift tables and positioning equipment.

Pentalift Dock Seals-Shelters-Levelers

Loading Dock Seals, Shelters & Levelers-Levittown PA-Pentalift Equipment Corporation has grown to become one of North Americas largest manufacturers of loading dock equipment, lift tables and positioning equipment. Pentalift provides a complete line of mechanical and hydraulic dock levelers, edge of docks, dock seals, dock lifts and vehicle restraints. Pentalift dock lifts are available to suit either a preformed pit or a concrete slab installation. Pentalift provides a complete line of hydraulic and pneumatic lift tables, tilting tables, rotating tables and custom lift tables to suit a wide range of applications.

Pentalift Dock Seals

Pentalift manufactures a complete range of foam and air inflatable dock seals as well as rigid, flexible and air inflatable dock shelters. All products are designed to improve safety, protect merchandise, reduce cost and improve security at loading dock. The wide range of fabric materials, configurations, and options allow you to build the best solution for your application.
 
Pentalift Model PS 100 Fixed Head Pad Dock Seal
The PS-100 Fixed Header dock seal is a compressible, foam-filled, 3 sided dock seal. It is best suited for a door opening that is 8′ wide X 8′ high / 8′ wide X 9′ high which services trucks/trailers of approximately the same size. Once the PS-100 dock seal is compressed, a gasket seal is formed between the rear of the truck/trailer and the building.
 

FEATURES:
  • Enviro-Green foam design scores LEED Certification credits
  • Standard 12″ high head pad
  • Standard 12″ face side pads
  • Galvanized fasteners and hardware maintains building aesthetics
  • Kiln dried quality wood backboard as standard
  • Single base cover fabric
  • Minimum of 3, 1/2″ diameter exhaust holes per side pad and head pad allows air to easily escape during vehicle positioning
  • Evenly applied adhesive assures secure bonding of foam to backboard
  • Full length 4″ yellow guide stripes assists with proper vehicle positioning’
 
OPTIONS:
  • Fire retardant foam
  • Pressure treated wood backboard
  • Galvanized steel backing
  • Wear pleats on face of dock seal provides added protection against wear
  • Metal hood with gutter protects against snow build up and rain runoff
  • Complete range of head pad designs to address specific application needs
  • Beveled side pads
  • Tapered side pads
  • Bottom seal/horizontal pad
  • Fixed head pad drop curtains for lower trailers
  • Build-out boxes for large projection applications
  • Wide range of covering fabrics and colors
 Considerations: Ideal dock height is 48″-50″. Level vehicle approach is ideal. If approach is declined or inclined adjust bumper projection accordingly. Recommended side and head pad projection is 4″-6″ beyond the face of the dock bumpers.

For more information please visit Pentalift’s Website.

Pentalift Loading Dock Levelers

Pentalift manufactures a complete line of both mechanical and hydraulic dock levelers offering the best value in the industry. Mechanical dock levelers are available with capacities ranging from 25,000 lb to 50,000 lb. Hydraulic dock levelers are available with capacities ranging from 25,000 lb to 100,000 lb as standard. Pentalift also offers vertical storing dock levelers, solar powered dock levelers and edge of dock levelers.
 

Series HD Hydraulic Dock Leveler
The Pentalift Series HD Hydraulic Dock Leveler offers many beneficial operational and safety features.
 
STRUCTURAL FEATURES:
  • High-strength, 4-way safety tread plate, deck and lip assembly: 55,000 psi yield
  • Full-width self cleaning, heavy-wall hinge tube: 70,000 psi yield
  • Gussets on lip and headboard hinge maximize support
  • 3/8″ Thick, 50,000 psi yield, headboard with bridged gaps
  • Structural, precision-formed “C” beams; 65,000 psi yield. Specially designed beams allow Pentalift to create and build the deck support with optimal strength-to-weight ratio for a dock leveler. Utilizing 10 beams assures an even load distribution and maximum deck support.
  • Central deck beam for added support of three wheeled vehicles.
  • Rear frame assembly features five vertical structural members with eight points of even support for the full width of the rear hinge.
  • Heavy-duty front frame provides full width, cross traffic support and superior building aesthetics.
  • Night locks prevents unauthorized entry when overhead door is locked on top of Dock Leveler.
  • Full width, structural channel tail board and one piece, full width rear hinge, complete with heavy steel gussets. Pentalift’s unique, welded assembly provides a box section for superior support and strength.
 
OPERATING FEATURES:
Pentalift Hydraulic Dock Levelers incorporate unique and important operating features to achieve the most safe and reliable operation available in a Hydraulic Dock Leveler. These operating features are described in more detail below.

  • A Pentalogic Hydraulic Control Manifold: Operating every hydraulic function with only two moving parts, the Pentalogic Hydraulic Control Manifold revolutionized Dock Leveler Hydraulic control circuitry. Conventional Hydraulic Dock Leveler Control valve circuitry is comprised of several individual function valve assemblies. Their assemblies are constructed from many sub components, increasing the potential of hydraulic component failure and oil leaks. Utilizing only two moving components, the non-adjustable Pentalogic Hydraulic Manifold eliminates all concerns related to on-site adjustment, oil leaks or hydraulic component failure.
  • B Hydraulic Power Unit: Incorporates internal filtration system and 1-1/2HP Totally Enclosed Non Ventilated motor. Provides hydraulic flow and pressure to the Pentalogic Hydraulic Manifold. Simple and reliable even in the harshest applications. Hydraulic power units are available in all common single and three phase AC voltages.
  • C Lift Cylinder Placement: The beneficial advantage of the Pentalift lift cylinder placement is explained in more detail under Control Panels.
  • D Top-Fed Forward Positioned Lift Cylinder: Top feeding in the hydraulic cylinder automatically ejects air from the hydraulic system. It also maintains the hydraulic connection and hoses away from dirt and debris on the pit floor.
  • E Self Range Full Toe Protection: Pentalogic Hydraulic Manifold allows the lip assembly to gently retract into the pendant position prior to the arrival of the next incoming vehicle.
  • F Full Range Toe Protection: Full Range Telescopic Toe Protection; upper and lower sections feature a “bend relief” to increase strength.
  • G Integral Maintenance Stand: Inegral Maintenance Stand facilities support during routine support and maintenance. Pentalift Maintenance Stand supports the lip as well the Dock Leveler deck assembly.
  • H Fixed Rear Hinge: Fixed Rear Hinge remains flush with the rear of the pit to eliminate pinch points and surface obstructions. Small gap at deck plate and frame junction reduces impact or bump for fork lift operator compared to competitive designs.
 
CONTROL PANELS:
Pentalift adds value by designing and assembling its own control panels, “in house” at the factory to accommodate the interlocking of other Dock Equipment such as Vehicle Restraints, Overhead Doors and Inflatable Dock Seals/Shelters to create a safe and productive Loading Dock System.
 
Simple Basic Operation:
  • NEMA 12 – wall mounted push button station, facilitates simple basic operation.
  • Protects against falling dirt, circulating dust, lint, fibers, filings and against dripping and light splashing of liquids.
  • Other NEMA Rated Enclosures are available.
 
Optional Auto Return, Deck Stop with Independent Lip Control Features
 
Auto Return:
  • This feature allows the Dock Leveler to automatically reposition itself back to the stored position.
  • If a truck leaves the dock before the Dock Leveler is stored by the attendant the Dock Leveler will slowly travel to the bottom of the pit and then automatically re-store itself.
  • Included is a selector switch that enables the dock attendant to turn off the Auto Return feature during below dock end loading / unloading operations.
 
Deck Stop with Independent Lip Control:
  • The Deck Stop feature adds the ability for the operator to fully stop the travel of the Dock Leveler deck while in operation, all with one button. This enhances the operation and assists with protecting product loaded a the end of the trailer.
  • The independent Lip Control feature allows the dock attendant to have full and complete control of the Dock Leveler lip extension throughout the operating range of the Dock Leveler. It allows easier positioning of the lip for end loading / unloading operations.
 
Master Control Panels:
Operator confusion or error is addressed by providing a single interlocked and synchronized panel to operate all equipment at the loading dock. Separate Control Panels for each individual piece of equipment can lead to operator confusion and compromised safety.
Incorporates all loading dock equipment operations and control onto one Master Control Panel.
Eliminates the need for multiple panels.
Includes the interlocking of all equipment to create a complete, productive and safe operating dock system.
Electrical Hook-up costs are significantly reduced with a Master Control Panel.
 

Other Control Panel Options:
  • Lockable Electrical Disconnects
  • Overhead Door Controls
  • GFCI duplex outlets for Dock Light
  • Other NEMA Rated Enclosures
  • For special requests consult Factory
 
OPTIONS:
  • Pour In Place: This option simplifies installation and reduces costs in new construction applications. A metal frame and pan encloses the Dock Leveler. This allows the Dock Leveler to be placed into a recess in the foundation and to have concrete poured around it during the floor pour of the building. Installation welding is completed a the factory. Overall costs of installing the Dock Leveler are reduced substantially.
  • Weatherseal: This option provides a rubber or brush weatherseal along the sides and rear of the Dock Leveler. The weatherseal reduces the passing of outside elements (cold, heat or debris) from outside, into the facility, by sealing the edges of the Dock Leveler against the Dock Leveler pit. In addition, brush weatherseal is effective in reducing the entry of vermin into the facility as well. The weatherseal is provided with metal carriers. As wear results to the seal, replacement seals can be simply slid into the metal carriers.
  • Steel Face Dock Bumpers: This option provides a very durable dock bumper. The bumper is comprised of laminated bumper sections behind a plate steel bumper face. The laminated rubber sections absorb the impact of the truck and trailer as it backs into the facility. The steel facing prevents the trailer from cutting or overly compressing the rubber absorption material, as the trailer backs into the Loading Dock and scrapes up and down on the bumpers as it raises and lowers with the suspension. The combination of the two components makes the steel face dock bumper and excellent solution for harsh Loading Dock environments.
 
Other available options for Hydraulic Dock Levelers:
  • Longer Lip Lengths
  • Hot Dip Galvanized or Epoxy Paint Finishes
  • Weatherseal Rubber or Brush
  • Shim Kits (To fit Dock Leveler to deeper pits)
  • Upgraded Capacities
  • Pour In Place Installation
  • Spray Foam Installation
  • Easy Sweep Frame
 
For more information please visit Pentalift’s Website.

Pentalift Vehicle Restratints

Vehicle restraints safety systems are a key component of efficient and safe modern loading docks. Vehicle restraints lock trailers into position at the loading dock. The vehicle restraint systems incorporate an integrated system of signal lights, inside on the vehicle restraint control panel and outside on the facility wall to communicate loading and restraint status to the dock attendant as well as the truck driver. To further increase safety, the vehicle restraint systems can be interlocked to other loading dock equipment such as dock levelers, inflatable dock seals and shelters, overhead doors through use of a common control panel.
 

Model UHR40
The Ultrahook UHR40 operation assures that there is no “gap” between the restraining hook and the rear impact guard of the trailer. The elimination of any “gap” further increases the holding power of the Ultrahook UHR40, by not permitting a restrained trailer to develop momentum during an unscheduled departure attempt.
 

DESIGN FEATURES:
The Ultrahook UHR40 is installed under the dock leveler which reduces maintenance and maximizes the reliability. When in use restraining the trailer, the only component that extends is the heavy steel hook. When not in use the entire assembly is safely stored and protected under the dock leveler. The main working components are away from weather, dirt and debris.

  • Simple and reliable design offers easy installation and minimal maintenance.
  • Heavy-Duty Steel Hook, constructed from 1-3/4″ thick, 50,000 PSI minimum yield steel plate provides a 40,000lb draw bar rating.
  • External float spring facilitates easy adjustment and allows the Ultrahook UHR40 to fully float with the trailer suspension.
  • Hydraulic cylinders offer the ultimate in reliability (proven in industries such as aircraft and heavy construction equipment), eliminating problems associated with external electric motors, linear activators and/or gas spring operation.
  • To facilitate simple installation and retrofitting a “pour in place” pan version is available. It comes with a removable steel cover to keep out concrete and debris during installation.
 COMMUNICATION SYSTEM:
  • Exterior high visibility, deluxe lights and dual image safety yellow instruction light and signs provided as standard. Narrow width of signs facilitates easy installation between dock seal side pads.
  • Interior sign directs lift truck operator to load/unload on green light signal only.
  • NEMA 12 interior wall mount control station. High visibility interior signal lights are coordinated with exterior signal lights. Clear, concise and easy to follow instructions guide dock attendant on how to use the system. Amber light and selector switch to accommodate “override” mode. Combination control panel combines the controls for all loading dock equipment into a single common panel and interlock dock equipment such as the; vehicle restraint system, hydraulic dock leveler, overhead door and inflatable dock shelter. This ensures proper use and sequencing of equipment for increased safety and ease of operation. PLC activation is standard.
  • All of the restraint components are protected under the dock leveler, away from snow, ice and debris. The installation provides a “clean” appearance.
  • Once the truck is positioned the Ultrahook UHR40 reaches out and pulls in to hook and securely hold the trailer while loading/unloading takes place. The only component that extends beyond the pit is the heavy-duty steel hook.
 
BENEFITS:
Direct and indirect costs of an industrial accident at the loading dock can easily exceed $5,000,000 and result in increased insurance costs. The Ultrahook UHR40 Vehicle Restraint Safety System reduces the potential for such an accident.
Important safety equipment should not be affected by the elements commonly present at the face of every loading dock. The fact that the Ultrahook UHR40 is protected under the dock leveler results in the following benefits:

  • The “under dock” position of the restraint protects the restraint from adverse conditions on the outside of the dock area. Only the restraint arm is exposed to the external adverse elements at the loading dock.
  • Eliminate damage and costly repairs to the restraint or snow removal equipment caused by hidden impact.
  • Eliminate difficulty of negotiating equipment close enough to face of the dock for proper snow removal.
  • Eliminate downtime and maintenance costs caused by accumulation of snow, ice and debris. The conditions can also cause the restraint to show false, therefore dangerous, operation signals.
 
For more information please visit Penalift’s Website.

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