Support leg system and method for supporting a dock leveler
US7047584B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 27, 2003 |
| Grant date | May 23, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 27, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G69/2894
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
In one embodiment, a dock leveler includes a support leg system configured to remain in a support position when the dock leveler descends rapidly and retract when the dock leveler descends slowly. In another embodiment, a dock leveler includes a multi-tiered lip keeper support system for supporting the ramp at more than one position. In another embodiment, a method of supporting a dock leveler ramp includes attaching a first and second lip engaging apparatus under the ramp.
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