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Overhead Door™ Brand Launches New Hydraulic Dock Leveler

Overhead Door™ brand, well-known for its iconic designs and quality, is enhancing its reputation as a leading Dock Equipment Manufacturer with the release of two new hydraulic dock leveler models—H68R and H78R. These innovative models aim to meet the growing demand for robust, long-lasting dock equipment, featuring advanced safety enhancements and user-friendly installation processes.

According to Tim Wolfe, Technical Sales Dock Manager, the newly designed hydraulic dock levelers incorporate an X frame structure that promotes a cleaner pit design. This feature sets it apart from competitors, allowing installers to only place shims under the main cylinder, adjustable lip keepers, and maintenance brace, streamlining the installation process significantly.

The design of these models reflects a comprehensive approach taken by Overhead Door™ engineers. Key factors considered in the development phase included not just the physical design, but also safety features, the ease of installation, and ensuring seamless transitions from the building to the truck, making it remarkable for installers, contractors, and forklift operators alike.

The hydraulic dock leveler models, H68R and H78R, come with several standout features. Each model boasts a textured powder-coat finish that not only looks great but also provides durable protection against wear and tear. Additionally, three-wheel support bracing offers added stability during operation, while removable full range toe guards ensure safety at all times.

A central aspect of the new models is the hydraulic lift cylinder, strategically mounted at the center of the unit. This design choice guarantees maximum performance and safety during operations. Engineers included cutouts on the rear hinge that identify fillet weld locations, which facilitates faster installation. Moreover, the levelers are shipped with four steel fork loops bolted to the deck, enhancing stability when loading the product. This feature allows forklifts to maneuver easily, whether approaching from inside or outside the building, while minimizing sliding when units are stacked.

An interesting fact about these dock levelers is their top-side adjustable leveling bolts, which simplifies the positioning of the hydraulic leveler with the building floor. This design eliminates the need for shimming or welding at the rear of the dock pit, thus significantly expediting installation times.

Dor Gamliel, the dock product engineering manager, boasts that the deck-to-beam weld coverage reaches an industry-leading 34%, asserting long-term durability for users. Both models come with impressive Comparative Industry Rating (CIR) capacities available in 30k, 35k, 40k, and 45k and they are certified under ANSI MH30.1-2022 standards. Additionally, customers purchasing the new H68R and H78R models are entitled to an enhanced two-year limited warranty when they are bought alongside an Overhead Door™ brand commercial door.

With a strong commitment to thoughtful design and comprehensive product lines, Overhead Door™ continues to assert its market presence further. For more information on these new hydraulic dock levelers or to explore Overhead Door™ brand's extensive lineup of dock equipment, interested parties can visit OverheadDoor.com/commercial/shop-dock-equipment, email them at [email protected], or call 1-800-929-4692 option 5.

The Overhead Door™ brand, known for its recognizable Red Ribbon logo and the slogan, “The Genuine. The Original.”, has made a mark as one of North America’s most trusted manufacturers of residential garage doors and commercial doors. With a network of over 440 distributors across the country, operating under the trade name