Double Access Platform Z/BESPOKE/PLATFORM/LORRACCESS

Wind Down Jacking Levelling Platform Legs

   

Not all lorries and trailers can be unloaded on flat and level concrete yards. Sometimes it may be uneven hard standing, or a pothole, or maybe a drain cover or rainwater gully. These jacking legs are fitted to each corner and can be lowered to raise one corner up to level the platform. Simply the wind the handle down and the large foot will raise the platform.
Please Note Though - The fitment of these jacking legs to the platform has been designed to raise one corner to level the platform. We do not recommend using all 4 legs to raise the platform to give height adjustment. Although the capacity of the legs will take it, with all 4 legs raised, there will be a degree of wobble on the platform.

Adjustable Height Platform Legs

 

We recognise that not all lorries and trailers are the same height, although air suspension can sometimes be levelled to suit a platform height. We can fit a pre-drilled leg into the framework to give you some height adjustment. 7 off holes are drilled at 50mm increments - We will need from you the platform height you want in the middle hole position, or the average platform height you want. Please note, you will have to raise the access platform by forklift to adjust the leg heights. These adjustable legs are suitable with all castor options.

 Rubber  Buffer Bumper Strips

 

This rubber bumper is a "D" section rubber buffer which can be bolted to the open faces of the platform. This can provide some protection from the forklift mast when in use and also offer some protection for the lorry when the platform is pushed against it. The rubber buffer is 50mm tall and 60mm wide.
As standard, the rubber bumper strip is fitted to both open faces of the platform. If a hinged loading flap is also specified, we drop the rubber buffer down a little - Note though that the flap will not now drop down and hang flush with the platform, it will need to be stored in the raised position.

ForkLift Box Sleeves

    

Full width forklift sleeves can be fitted to stop the access platform from moving or sliding when cornering on a forklift. The forklift sleeves are made from 160x80x5mm box section. Your maximum individual fork width is 145mm. The pitch of the sleeves is 870mm as standard, if you want it different, no problem, just tell us.

Securing Chains for Platform

   

We can fit chains to the access platform for you to secure around some part of the lorry or trailer. This will prevent the platform from moving away from the trailer. You will need to look at your procedures, risk assessments and staff training for using these chains.
There are 2 "U" sections welded to the frame to offer 2 different heights. The chain has a "D" type shackle at both ends. There is a hook on the inside (can't see it from this angle photo!) to hang the chain on when not in use.

Hinged Platform Folding Bridging Ramp

     

This is a hinged bridging ramp which is permanently attached to the unloading platform. The ramp or bridging flap has a chain on one end which holds the flap up in a vertical position when not in use. Simply push the platform up to the back of the lorry and lower the flap down. Please note though, that the platform ideally needs to be slightly higher than lorry bed. If the platform is lower than the trailer bed, then the leading edge of the flap will be raised up - not ideal.