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Mechanical Dock Leveler
A spring-operated mechanical dock leveler for bays where electrical supply isn't available at the pit. The operator walks the platform down to set working height; a pre-tensioned spring assembly and hold-down ratchet make it a low-cost, low-maintenance choice for moderate-traffic docks.
| Capacity | 6T / 8T |
| Power | none required |
| Brand | Yadav Entrance Automation Pvt. Ltd. |
| Manufacturing | Made in India · ISO 9001 · CE |
ISO 9001 · CE marked · Make-in-India · Manufacturing since 2011 · 500+ installations across 50+ cities. See the full Dock Leveller range and how we build it, or read more about our plant and capabilities.
Mechanical Dock Leveler: Technical Specifications
Complete engineering data for the Yadav Entrance Automation dock leveler (dock leveller) and loading bay equipment range. All dock leveler specifications are for standard pit-mounted models, mechanical and edge-of-dock variants available on request.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Dock Leveler Capacity | 6,000 kg / 8,000 kg / 10,000 kg (three standard ratings) |
| Platform Size (Standard) | 2,000mm × 2,500mm; custom sizes up to 2,500mm × 3,000mm |
| Vertical Travel Range | ±300mm (300mm above to 300mm below dock floor level) |
| Operating Mechanism | Hydraulic (standard) / Mechanical spring (economy) / Edge-of-dock |
| Hydraulic Power Unit | 1.5 kW motor (6T / 8T) / 2.2 kW motor (10T); 230V single-phase or 415V 3-phase |
| Lip Extension Length | 400mm standard; 500mm extended option for low-floor trailers |
| Lip Extension Mechanism | Hydraulic powered; auto-extend on leveler activation |
| Platform Surface | Anti-skid chequer plate (MS): 6mm plate; 8mm heavy duty for 10T |
| Dock Shelter Type | Inflatable foam / Inflatable curtain / Retractable; brush-seal option |
| Dock Seal Type | Foam block / Brush seal; adjustable to trailer widths 2,200mm – 2,600mm |
| Edge-of-Dock Leveler | Bolt-on dock-face mount; hydraulic or mechanical; up to 6,000 kg |
| Frame Material | Structural steel / RHS sections: IS 2062 Grade B |
| Pit Frame Construction | 50mm × 50mm angle iron, fully welded, hot-dip galvanized option |
| Control | Push button panel + emergency stop; optional wireless remote |
| Safety Devices | Safety lock bar, velocity fuse (fail-safe lowering), toe guard mesh, dock bumpers |
| Surface Finish | Epoxy primer (2 coats) + industrial enamel / hot-dip galvanized on request |
| Certifications | ISO 9001:2015, IS 7155 (dock levelers), NBC 2016 compliant installation |
| Warranty | 2 years hydraulic system, 5 years structural frame |
What the Mechanical Dock Leveler is, and who it suits
The Mechanical Dock Leveler is a type of dock levelers used across warehouses, loading bays and production floors. It is built to order at our Neemrana plant, installed and commissioned by our own engineers, and supported afterwards with spares and maintenance. See the full Dock Levelers range, the sectors we serve, or every product line.
- Loading bays serving mixed vehicle heights
- Warehouse mezzanine floors
- Production floors moving material between levels
- Cold stores and dispatch areas
- Workshops and maintenance bays
- Godowns handling palletised goods
- Rated capacity required, in kg or tonnes
- Platform size and travel height or number of levels
- Pit availability and depth, where relevant
- Power available: 230V single-phase or 415V three-phase, 50 Hz
- Vehicle bed heights the equipment must serve
- Duty cycle across a normal shift
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Reference: manufacturing certified to ISO 9001, applicable products CE marked (European Commission), built to Indian Standards published by the Bureau of Indian Standards.
Mechanical Dock Leveler: Engineered & Supported Across India
The Mechanical Dock Leveler is manufactured and supported entirely within India. As an Indian manufacturer of dock levelers, Yadav Entrance Automation Pvt. Ltd. engineers each unit for the realities of Indian warehouses, loading bays and production floors, variable power supply, high ambient temperatures, dust and monsoon humidity, and backs it with in-house manufacturing, pan-India installation and after-sales maintenance.
- Made in IndiaManufactured in-house at our Indian facilities: qualifies as a Make-in-India product for government and PSU procurement.
- Standard Indian MainsPowered models run on 230V single-phase or 415V three-phase at 50 Hz; manual / non-powered options where applicable.
- Established Since 2011Part of a track record of 500+ installations across 50+ Indian cities.
- Pan-India Install & AMCInstallation, genuine spare parts and Annual Maintenance Contracts (AMC) available nationwide.
- GST-Compliant SupplyGST invoicing for Indian businesses, with documentation suited to enterprise and PSU procurement.
- Built for Indian ConditionsSpecified for the heat, dust and monsoon humidity common on Indian industrial sites.
Strong on-ground presence in the NCR & Haryana industrial corridor, Gurugram, Manesar, Bhiwadi, Neemrana, Bawal, Faridabad, Noida, Jhajjar, Bahadurgarh and Delhi, and the Gujarat industrial belt, Ahmedabad, Sanand, Vithlapur and Mandal. Installation and service available across India. See all areas we serve →
Where the Mechanical Dock Leveler fits
Bays that need a leveller but not a powered one: 6 or 8 tonne capacity, spring-operated with a pull chain, no electrical supply required. It suits lower-volume bays, sites where power at the dock face is awkward, and buildings where simplicity is worth more than speed.
Mechanical Dock Leveler vs the alternatives
Against a hydraulic leveller, the mechanical version costs less, needs no supply and has no hydraulics to maintain. The trade is physical: someone pulls a chain and walks the plate down for every trailer. On a bay handling a handful of vehicles a day that is fine; on one working all shift it becomes the reason nobody uses the leveller properly.
Specifying a Mechanical Dock Leveler
Tell us the honest daily vehicle count, because that is what decides between mechanical and hydraulic. Give the dock height and trailer bed range, and the heaviest forklift and load. Confirm pit dimensions if one exists, and say who operates the bay, since the chain has to be pulled by someone every time.
Mechanical Dock Leveler: Frequently Asked Questions
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