Support leg system and method for supporting a dock leveler
US7216392B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 27, 2006 |
| Grant date | May 15, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 27, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65G69/2894
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A dock leveler including 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. Also, a dock leveler including a multi-tiered lip keeper support system for supporting the ramp at more than one position. In addition, a method of supporting a dock leveler ramp. The method includes attaching a first and second lip engaging apparatus under the ramp.
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