{"product_id":"guardian-industrial-products-edge-of-dock-leveler-model-bl7225-72-w-25-000-lb-capacity-for-conventional-truck-trailer-docks","title":"Guardian Industrial Products Edge of Dock Leveler | Model BL7225 | 72\" W | 25,000 lb Capacity | For Conventional Truck \u0026 Trailer Docks","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGuardian Industrial Products Edge of Dock Leveler | Model BL7225 | 72\" W | 25,000 lb Capacity | For Conventional Truck \u0026amp; Trailer Docks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGuardian 72\" Edge of Dock Leveler\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rugged, American-made solution designed to \u003cstrong\u003ebridge the gap between loading docks and conventional trailers\u003c\/strong\u003e with speed, safety, and efficiency. Built from \u003cstrong\u003eheavy-duty structural steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, this dock leveler eliminates the hassle of loose dock boards while providing a \u003cstrong\u003ereliable 25,000 lb load capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e for forklifts, pallet jacks, and material handling equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for daily warehouse, distribution center, and freight terminal operations, this \u003cstrong\u003espring-assisted edge of dock leveler\u003c\/strong\u003e installs directly to your dock face for fast, repeatable loading. The \u003cstrong\u003etorsion spring lift assist\u003c\/strong\u003e allows operators to position the leveler using only \u003cstrong\u003e28–34 lbs of lifting force\u003c\/strong\u003e, reducing strain and increasing productivity. With an \u003cstrong\u003eoverall span of 27.75 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003eworking range of 5 inches above or below dock height\u003c\/strong\u003e, it adapts seamlessly to varying trailer heights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned specifically for \u003cstrong\u003econventional truck and semi-trailer service\u003c\/strong\u003e, the unit includes \u003cstrong\u003edual dock bumpers\u003c\/strong\u003e to protect both the dock and vehicle during impact. Fully \u003cstrong\u003eOSHA-compliant\u003c\/strong\u003e and built to withstand demanding industrial environments, the Guardian Edge of Dock Leveler delivers \u003cstrong\u003elong-term durability, enhanced safety, and smooth loading transitions \u003c\/strong\u003emaking it an ideal choice for high-volume shipping and receiving operations that demand dependable performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-Duty Steel Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e Built from industrial-grade steel to withstand constant forklift traffic, heavy pallet loads, and demanding dock environments without premature wear or flexing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e25,000 lb Load Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e Handles loaded forklifts, pallet jacks, and freight with confidence, making it ideal for warehouses, distribution centers, and high-throughput shipping docks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e72-Inch Wide Platform\u003c\/strong\u003e Extra-wide deck improves alignment with trailers, reduces edge risk, and enhances operational safety during loading and unloading cycles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring-Assisted Lift Operation\u003c\/strong\u003e Torsion spring system requires only 28–34 lbs of lifting torque, minimizing operator fatigue and allowing quick, effortless deployment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e27.75-Inch Dock-to-Trailer Span\u003c\/strong\u003e Bridges larger gaps between dock face and trailer bed, ensuring smooth transitions and reducing equipment bounce or product shifting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5-Inch Vertical Working Range\u003c\/strong\u003e Accommodates trailers positioned above or below dock height, improving flexibility across varying truck suspensions and dock 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