Hydraulic Pit Leveler – Models H68R & H78R
Built for Performance. Designed for Installers.
The Hydraulic Pit Leveler is a loading dock solution designed to enhance safety and efficiency in material handling operations. Featuring a hydraulic system, it offers smooth and reliable operation, reducing manual effort and potential injuries. Its durable construction ensures longevity, making it suitable for various industrial applications. This pit leveler seamlessly bridges the gap between the loading dock and trailers, facilitating safe and efficient loading and unloading processes.
1-Year Limited Warranty; 2-Year Limited Warranty when Overhead Door™ brand door and Hydraulic Pit Leveler purchased together.
Features
Installer Friendly
- Four steel fork loops bolted to the deck improve stability during transport and placement, and help prevent sliding when stacked
- Height adjusters operate from the building floor—no need to crawl beneath the leveler to shim and weld the rear frame
- Adjusters quickly align the deck with the building floor for faster setup
- Shim only under the main cylinder, lip keeper, and maintenance brace—improves safety and reduces effort
- Rear curb angle cutouts clearly mark weld points for quicker installation
Smooth Building-To-Truck Transition
- Optimized beveled lip reduces bumps and minimizes damage to cargo and equipment
- Creates a smoother, level pathway to reduce shocks and jolts to workers
- Supports efficient movement of forklifts and material handling equipment
Durable Design and Finish
- Center-mounted hydraulic lift cylinder ensures optimal performance and safety
- Textured powder coat finish provides long-lasting durability
- Meets ANSI MH30.1-2022 load testing requirements
- C-channel beams strengthen the deck and minimize moisture buildup
- Flat deck design eliminates transition angles—reducing common repair needs
- Full-width deck hinge enhances long-term durability
Safety Focused
- Velocity fuse restricts free fall of leveler to 3” if trailer leaves the dock unexpectedly
- Fully floating hydraulic system allows constant contact with the bed of the trailer
- Proprietary powder coat formulation on deck and lip surfaces is textured to provide enhanced traction and non-slip protection even when wet
- Minimal bumps or gaps on deck/lip reduce trip hazards for workers
Durability, Low Maintenance, Low Downtime
- Textured powder coat provides an extremely durable finish, better corrosion protection and adhesion compared to wet paint
- Heavy-duty multi-lug hinge sheds debris to reduce stress and wear while allowing easy lubrication for smooth operation
- Deck hinge is fully supported across the entire width of the deck, which spreads the load across the width of the deck instead of concentrating the load on just a few hinge points
- Fully protected powerpack behind the main cylinder, easy to access and adjust
Environmentally Friendly
- Our powder coat process has fewer Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) and solvents compared to paint
- Overspray is recycled which reduces waste disposal issues compared to a traditional paint process
- The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends powder coatings as a sustainable coating option
Serviceability & Installation
- Open base frame provides full-length access for cleaning and service, eliminating rear cross-pit beams that trap debris and block pit access
- Serviceable lip and hinge pins can be removed without breaking welds
- Easily accessible tethered maintenance brace
- Lip keepers adjust for off spec pits to more easily accommodate 18”/20”
| WEIGHT CAPACITY | DIMENSION (NOMINAL) | |
|---|---|---|
| 30,000, 35,000, 40,000, and 45,000 lbs. | Model H68R: 6' W x 8' L Model H78R: 7' W x 8' L |
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| BUMPERS | STANDARD | OPTIONAL |
| Laminated Bumpers 410-14 W1 |
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| Laminated Upgraded Bumpers 410-14 W2, 412-14 W1/W2, 610-14 W1/W2, V420-11 W1/W2, V620-11 W1/W2, V624-11 W1/W2 |
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| Steel Face Bumpers 410-14 SF W1/W2, 610-14 SF W1/W2 |
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| CONTROL | ||
| Base Control Panel (Single button) | ✓ | |
| Working, Range 12" Above/Below Dock | ✓ | |
| FINISH | ||
| Gray Powder Coat | ✓ | |
| LIP | ||
| 16" Lip | ✓ | |
| 18" & 20" Lip | ✓ | |
| Lip Keepers | ✓ | |
| Lip Bevel | ✓ | |
| Lip Taper (Model H78R only) | ✓ | |
| OPERATION | ||
| End Loading & Below Dock Capable | ✓ | |
| Hydraulic Pump: 3 Phase 208V, 240V, 480V | ✓ | |
| Hydraulic Pump: Single Phase 120V, 208V, 240V | ✓ | |
| Working, Range 12" Above/Below Dock | ✓ | |
| SAFETY | ||
| Maintenance Brace | ✓ | |
| Safety Tread on Deck and Lip | ✓ | |
| Velocity Safety Fuse | ✓ | |
| Toe Guards: Full Operating Range | ✓ | |
| TRANSPORT | ||
| Reinforced Lifting Bolt Holes in Deck (4) | ✓ | |
| Steel Lifting Loops (Bolt to Deck) (4) | ✓ | |
| WEATHER SEALS | ||
| Weather Seal: Brush | ✓ | |
| Weather Seal: Neoprene | ✓ | |
Documents
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