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Edge of Dock Levelers

edge mount dock leveler

Edge of dock levelers bridge the gap between truck beds and dock floors, creating a smooth transition for forklifts, dollies, and other loading equipment.

edge mount dock leveler

Unlike other levelers, which are installed within a pit in the dock floor, edge mounted levelers are installed on the edge of the dock surface and extend out to meet the truck as it backs into the loading bay.

Due to the weight of the cargo they're required to support, edge of dock levelers experience an incredible amount of wear and tear. In order to ensure efficient operations, Vortex service teams check and repair your leveler’s critical components. Regular inspections allow us to address issues proactively, before they lead to major damage and disrupt the flow of goods in and out of your business. Our training and experience allow us to respond promptly to common maintenance issues, including:

  • Lip Malfunctions: The retractable lip allows the leveler to maintain firm contact with the truck bed. Bent or misaligned lips create an obstacle, preventing traffic from moving smoothly and safely in and out of the truck.
  • Corrosion: Prolonged exposure to rain and humidity can lead to rust, weakening the leveler’s metal components and preventing it from extending and retracting as intended.
  • Lubrication: Regardless of whether your leveler is operated mechanically or electrically, regular lubrication is necessary to keep parts from seizing up. Poor lubrication can also lead to increased friction and wear, slowly grinding down internal components.
  • Impact Damage: Levelers can suffer significant damage when struck by trucks, forklifts, or heavy loads. Bent or broken components can severely compromise the system’s constituent parts, increasing the risk of an accident or causing the leveler to fail entirely.
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Vortex Doors has been a leading service provider for commercial and industrial doors since 1937. Equipped with the latest tools and knowledge, our technicians specialize in maintenance and repair of a wide range of docking equipment, including edge mounted levelers. Contact us today to learn more about our preventative maintenance programs and how we can upgrade critical parts in order to improve the movement of goods through your loading dock.

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Edward and Johnnathan did a great job on our door
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Mario and Hector were amazing they came out in this beautiful BUT HOT WEATHER to repair our store door at Napa in Bellevue ! It is because if them our staff and customers are safe a secure THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR TAKING GOOD CARE OF US !!
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They came in and fixed all of our dock plates and doors, everything works beautifully.
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This morning AJ called and said he was on site. After meeting up with him, I took him to the doors that needed to be changed. AJ walked me through everything he was going to be doing to the new/old doors. I said if he needed anything from me and he said not at this time but he'd call. A few hours later I swing by to check on thing and he was done. AJ did suggest a couple more items that might be needed. I asked him to send me a quote. AJ then walked me through everything he did and asked me to sign the ticket if I was satisfied with the work. AJ knew what he was doing and talking about. Overall a great installer.
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VORTEX has been servicing my business doors (BIRITE QUALITY PHARMACY, LA HABRA) for many years. Great job. However the technician DANIEL who came 2 days ago, was out standing. Very polite & professional. I thought it was door-jam but he looked at everything like Sherlock and told me it was a piece of plastic. Very honest and professional. VORTEX techs always come on time. Great job DANIEL and thanks for it
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