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Successful businesses build a strong reputation with their clients by delivering products on location, on time. For that to happen, you need an efficient shipping system with regularly maintained equipment. Here are five ways to keep one of your most important components \u2013 your dock levelers \u2013 functioning safely and efficiently.<\/p>\n
Like all engines, dock leveler components require lubrication to keep them running smoothly. Their parts are constantly in motion throughout the day and by lubricating the pivot joints and hinge tubes, it prevents them from rusting and breaking down. <\/span><\/p>\n It\u2019s important to lubricate orange coloured areas (indicating rust) or slow moving components when needed, to extend the life of your dock leveler. You should oil the dock leveler every three months and have a standing appointment with a professional to inspect it for any signs of damage.<\/span><\/p>\n Dock levelers are located in a high-traffic area, especially if your business relies on shipping and receiving products. Such a busy location means that your dock leveler is likely to pick up dirt and debris. A dirty dock leveler pit obstructs working parts, slows its movement, and corrodes its joints. <\/span><\/p>\n A dock leveler and its surrounding area requires inspection at a minimum of three times per day:<\/span><\/p>\n \u2022 In the morning (before the start of the working day) Instead of observing how the dock leveler performs while workers are using it, it\u2019s imperative to test the functionality without such a distraction. If any of these concerns are occurring with the leveler, contact a certified technician immediately to get it adjusted and avoid any future injuries:<\/span><\/p>\n \u2022 Decreased speeds during raising and lowering of the platform Hydraulic dock levelers run on hydraulic fluid, which is the medium of power transferred in hydraulic machinery. Low fluid levels cause it to slow down and fail to sustain its maximum weight capacity. It\u2019s difficult to observe unless explicitly verifying its level.<\/span><\/p>\n A trained professional should clean, flush, and change the hydraulic oil annually. A hydraulic dock leveler is a premium piece of equipment and is a costly investment. You should make it a priority to ensure it is properly maintained to prevent spending thousands of dollars on a replacement. Alternatively, you can explore avenues like our Preferred Service Program to ensure ongoing inspection and maintenance. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n An ineffective loading area leads to a decrease in productivity and a hike in billable hours. Dollars are spent paying for labour costs of employees performing workarounds and it is only a matter of time before it breaks down or a severe injury occurs. Deadlines are tighter or missed with a haphazard workflow, and even more money is wasted by potentially paying overtime hours to meet them.\u00a0<\/span>Reading between the lines of your delivery trends and schedule, instead of the typical number-crunching, can boost your company\u2019s productivity and maintain a steady labour cost.<\/span><\/p>\n Lenworth provides an experienced, solution-based approach to loading dock repairs. We offer 24\/7 emergency service in the GTA. Our certified technicians visit your facility with fully-loaded trucks, meaning we can complete the job during the initial consultation.<\/span><\/p>\n To book a free consultation today, <\/span>call us<\/span><\/a> or <\/span>fill out our contact form<\/span><\/a> to speak with one of our client service professionals.<\/span><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Successful businesses build a strong reputation with their clients by delivering products on location, on time. For that to happen, you need an efficient shipping system with regularly maintained equipment. Here are five ways to keep one of your most important components \u2013 your dock levelers \u2013 functioning safely and efficiently. 1. 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\n\u2022\u00a0<\/span>In the afternoon (schedule a break in production)
\n\u2022\u00a0<\/span>In the evening (at the end of the working day or a slower point in the day)<\/span><\/p>\n3.\u00a0Test Functionality<\/span><\/h3>\n
\n\u2022\u00a0<\/span>The platform is not level after it\u2019s lowered
\n\u2022\u00a0<\/span>It cannot reach its maximum height (when lowered or raised)
\n\u2022\u00a0<\/span>It cannot properly attach to a truck\u2019s trailer (trailer creep\/dock walk)<\/span><\/p>\n4. Check Fluid Levels on Hydraulic Dock Levelers<\/span><\/h3>\n
5. Observe Productivity Trends & Missed Delivery Dates<\/span><\/h3>\n
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