Blue Giant Equipment Corporation introduces its new U-Series line of dock levelers. The U-Series dock levelers combine strength and simplicity of operation with versatility, and are available in rated capacities of 30,000, 35,000, 40,000, and 45,000 lbs (13,636, 15,909, 18,144, and 20,454 kgs).
“The U-Series dock is our universal dock that is suitable for all applications,” confirms Jeff Miller, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Blue Giant. “In keeping with our role as a dock products solutions provider, this new product is available in all models, including hydraulic, mechanical, and vertical applications. The U-Series will also be used in all our future advanced dock leveling packages. The U-Series dock levelers will serve as a blueprint for future product development.”
The U-Series was constructed with worker safety in mind. The fixed rear hinge remains flush with the floor during use, eliminating pinch points and cross-traffic obstructions. The hydraulic and vertical models have velocity fuses that limit free fall of a loaded platform to within 3”(76mm), reducing the risk of employee injury and damage to both cargo and dock equipment. Dual fall-safe legs on the mechanical model restrict free fall.
The mechanical dock’s hold-down system features a friction disk brake and lifting strap rated at 6,500 lbs (2955 kgs). During loading and unloading, the disk brake enables the deck to seamlessly match the trailer height, minimizing cross-docking bounce. The increased contact surface with the disk brake creates even wear on the brake pads and results in greater hold while reducing maintenance requirements.
The hydraulic dock leveler comes standard with a single push button control station for sequenced deck and lip operation. The vertical storing units are operated by the Blue Genius™ Gold Series I Dock Control Panel, which is also an upgrade option for the hydraulic dock leveler.
The Blue Genius™ Touch Control Panels feature a multi-language LCD screen that provides clear, real-time instructions for safe dock equipment operation, maintenance, and diagnostics, as well as supervisory keypad override functions. This groundbreaking line of microprocessor-based controls has been drawing favorable comments from Blue Giant dealers since its April 2009 launch, primarily for its safe and efficient method of controlling multiple pieces of dock equipment in their proper sequence.
When combined with the Blue Genius™, the U-Series dock levelers make a powerful transition from standalone units to highly efficient loading dock systems. The U-Series is another example of Blue Giant’s commitment to an ongoing introduction of advanced product and technology solutions that will enable safe and controlled loading dock operations worldwide.
For more information, visit www.bluegiant.com or contact Mike Poeltl, Marketing Manager.
“The U-Series dock is our universal dock that is suitable for all applications,” confirms Jeff Miller, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Blue Giant. “In keeping with our role as a dock products solutions provider, this new product is available in all models, including hydraulic, mechanical, and vertical applications. The U-Series will also be used in all our future advanced dock leveling packages. The U-Series dock levelers will serve as a blueprint for future product development.”
The U-Series was constructed with worker safety in mind. The fixed rear hinge remains flush with the floor during use, eliminating pinch points and cross-traffic obstructions. The hydraulic and vertical models have velocity fuses that limit free fall of a loaded platform to within 3”(76mm), reducing the risk of employee injury and damage to both cargo and dock equipment. Dual fall-safe legs on the mechanical model restrict free fall.
The mechanical dock’s hold-down system features a friction disk brake and lifting strap rated at 6,500 lbs (2955 kgs). During loading and unloading, the disk brake enables the deck to seamlessly match the trailer height, minimizing cross-docking bounce. The increased contact surface with the disk brake creates even wear on the brake pads and results in greater hold while reducing maintenance requirements.
The hydraulic dock leveler comes standard with a single push button control station for sequenced deck and lip operation. The vertical storing units are operated by the Blue Genius™ Gold Series I Dock Control Panel, which is also an upgrade option for the hydraulic dock leveler.
The Blue Genius™ Touch Control Panels feature a multi-language LCD screen that provides clear, real-time instructions for safe dock equipment operation, maintenance, and diagnostics, as well as supervisory keypad override functions. This groundbreaking line of microprocessor-based controls has been drawing favorable comments from Blue Giant dealers since its April 2009 launch, primarily for its safe and efficient method of controlling multiple pieces of dock equipment in their proper sequence.
When combined with the Blue Genius™, the U-Series dock levelers make a powerful transition from standalone units to highly efficient loading dock systems. The U-Series is another example of Blue Giant’s commitment to an ongoing introduction of advanced product and technology solutions that will enable safe and controlled loading dock operations worldwide.
For more information, visit www.bluegiant.com or contact Mike Poeltl, Marketing Manager.
