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Guardian Industrial Products Edge of Dock Leveler | Model BL722017 | 72" W | 20,000 lb Capacity | For Refrigerated Trailers & Loading Docks

Guardian Industrial Products Edge of Dock Leveler | Model BL722017 | 72" W | 20,000 lb Capacity | For Refrigerated Trailers & Loading Docks

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  • Width: 72 inches, dock-mounted leveler.
  • Capacity: 20,000 lbs load rating.
  • Span: 27.75 inches dock to trailer.
  • Working Range: ±5 inches dock height.
  • For Loading Docks & Refrigerated Trailers.
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Product Description

Guardian Industrial Products Edge of Dock Leveler | Model BL722017 | 72" W | 20,000 lb Capacity | For Refrigerated Trailers & Loading Docks


DESCRIPTION

The Guardian Industrial Products 72" Edge of Dock Leveler is a rugged, USA-made solution designed to safely bridge the gap between your loading dock and refrigerated trailers. Built from heavy-duty steel, this dock leveler eliminates the daily hassle of loose dock boards while improving loading speed, safety, and efficiency in high-traffic dock environments.

Engineered for warehouses, cold-storage facilities, and distribution centers, this unit installs directly to the dock face and deploys effortlessly using a torsion spring lift assist that requires only 28–34 lb of lifting force. Once engaged, it delivers a dependable 27.75" dock-to-truck span and a ±5" working height range, ensuring smooth forklift and pallet jack transitions.

With a powerful 20,000 lb load capacity, OSHA-compliant safety design, and integrated dock bumpers to protect refrigerated trailers, this edge of dock leveler is built for daily industrial use. If your operation demands durability, reliability, and simplified dock operations, Guardian delivers performance you can trust.

Key Features

  • Heavy-Duty Steel Construction engineered for constant forklift traffic, providing long-term durability and dependable dock performance in demanding industrial environments.
  • 20,000 lb Load Capacity supports fully loaded forklifts and palletized freight, making it ideal for warehouses, cold storage, and high-volume distribution centers.
  • 72 Inch Wide Platform delivers enhanced stability and safer loading alignment when servicing refrigerated trailers and standard semi-trailers.
  • Designed for Refrigerated Trailers includes integrated dock bumpers that protect trailer walls while maintaining proper seal alignment during loading operations.
  • Spring-Assisted Lift System allows smooth manual operation with only 28–34 lb of lifting torque, reducing worker strain and improving daily efficiency.
  • 27.75 Inch Dock Span bridges larger gaps between dock face and truck bed, minimizing transition angles for forklifts and pallet jacks.
  • ±5 Inch Working Range accommodates trailers parked above or below dock height, maintaining consistent and safe material handling conditions.
  • Direct Dock Mount Design eliminates loose dock boards and speeds up trailer changeovers with a permanently installed loading solution.
  • OSHA Compliant Safety Build meets required industrial safety standards, helping facilities maintain compliance and reduce workplace risk.
  • Made in the USA Quality ensures superior craftsmanship, reliable materials, and consistent performance for long-term dock operations.
  • Low Maintenance Operation features a simple mechanical design with fewer moving parts compared to hydraulic dock levelers.
  • Improves Loading Efficiency reduces downtime between trucks, allowing crews to move freight faster and more safely.
  • Ideal for Cold Storage performs reliably in refrigerated environments where consistent dock positioning is critical.
  • Enhanced Dock Protection integrated bumpers absorb impact, extending dock and trailer life while preventing structural damage.
  • Industrial-Grade Reliability trusted by logistics facilities that require consistent, repeatable dock performance every shift.

Detailed Specifications

Specification Details
Brand Guardian Industrial Products
Model Number BL722017
Product Type Edge of Dock Leveler
Width 72 inches
Maximum Capacity 20,000 lb
Dock-to-Truck Span 27.75 inches
Working Range 5 inches above or below dock height
Material Heavy-Duty Steel
Lift Assist Torsion Spring
Required Lifting Force 28–34 lb
Trailer Type Refrigerated Trailers
Mounting Style Permanent Dock Mount
Safety Compliance OSHA Compliant
Country of Manufacture Made in the USA
Application Warehouses, Cold Storage, Distribution Centers

 

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