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Manual / Electro-Hydraulic Swing Lip Dockleveller

Reliable swing-lip dockleveller with locally sourced hydraulics — available in manual (no electricity) or electro-hydraulic variants for 10–15 ton applications.

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Overview

The Dock-Rite Manual / Electro-Hydraulic Dockleveller is available in two variants: a fully manual model requiring no electricity, and an electro-hydraulic model for high-frequency operations. All hydraulic components are locally supplied with parts readily available across South Africa.

Manual vs Electro-Hydraulic

✓ Manual variant — no electricity required, ideal for outdoor or exposed docks
✓ Electro-hydraulic — powered lifting for high-frequency operations
✓ All hydraulics locally sourced — fast parts availability
✓ Robust lip mechanism with override protection
✓ Proprietary Easy Clean Lip Hinge System as standard
✓ 9 deck support ribs and 16mm heavy duty lip
✓ Below-horizontal safety legs as standard
✓ Crash Resistant Lip Mechanism available as optional extra

Typical Applications

  • Sites with limited or no electrical supply
  • Outdoor and exposed dock positions
  • General warehousing and distribution
  • Low-to-medium frequency loading docks
  • Fuel depots and petro-chemical facilities
  • Retrofit and replacement installations
  • Any application requiring locally serviced hydraulics
  • Sites prioritising simple mechanical operation
SpecificationDetail
Capacity options10 ton, 12 ton, 15 ton
Standard lengths2825mm / 3420mm
Standard widths2110mm / 1810mm
Pit depth500mm
Deck plate6 × 7.6 checker plate
Deck ribs9 support ribs
Lip thickness16mm heavy duty
HydraulicsLocally supplied — parts readily available
Power (electro-hydraulic)220V / 1Ph / 50Hz
Manual variantNo electricity required — fully manual operation
Safety legsBelow horizontal

Crash Resistant Lip Mechanism

Spring-loaded patented mechanism absorbs vehicle impact — minimises damage.

Truck Guides

Ground-fixed alignment guides for safe and accurate truck reversing.

Vehicle Restraints / Dock Chocks

Prevents premature vehicle departure during loading operations.

Galvanized Finish

For coastal or cold storage environments requiring extra corrosion resistance.

Extra Heavy Duty Leaf Bumpers

Long-lasting laminated conveyor belt bumpers for high-traffic loading bays.

Freestanding Base Frame / Dock Pod

For retrofit or rented premises where pit installation is not possible.

Dual Swing Arm Dock Light

LED illumination for trailer interiors during loading operations.

Dock Gap Brushes

Seals the gap between dock face and vehicle for climate and dust control.

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