Dock Plate & Dock Board

Dock Plate and Dock Board Measurement Guide

Select the right dockplate or dockboard with the assistance of our dock plate and dock board measurement guide. Choosing the correct SIZE and CAPACITY of equipment helps improve your dock operation these factors are determined by length, width, height differential and capacity. Visit our Dock Plate and Dock Board Selection Guide for online assistance and to purchase dock boards and dock plates online.

Length To determine the proper length of a dock board or dock plate three things are required:  • Dock Height (D)  • Height of the Highest Truck Bed (T)  • Type of Loading Equipment Used

 

 

Width We recommend a minimum dockboard and dockplate width of 12" to 18" wider than the overall width of the vehicle or pallet used. For improved end loading efficiency, you may consider increasing the dock plate or dock board width.

 

 

Height Differential (H)

The height differential is determined by the highest truck height (T) minus the dock height (D). We recommend using 55" for the highest truck height on freight trailers and 59" on refrigerated or container trailers. T – D = H

 

 

Length

	Dockplate Length	Dockboard Length
Height	Pallet Jack	Propane Forklift	Electric Forklift
3"	36"	36"	36"
5"	48"	36"	48"
7"	60"	48"	60"
9"		60"	78"
11"		72"	90"
13"		84"
15"		96"

 

 

Capacity

3 Wheel Forklift	4 Wheel Forklift	Dock Board Capacity
2,000 - 2,500		10,000
	2,000 – 3,000	10,000
3,000 – 3,500		15,000
4,000 – 5,000		20,000
	3,000 – 5,000	15,000
	5,000 – 6,000	20,000

 

 

 • Stackers and other aisle loaders should not be used on a dock board
 • Paper roll clamps and multi-shift loading requires an additional 5,000 lbs. of capacity
 • Capacity rated for single-shift operation at a 3 MPH max rate of travel
 • For railroad applications visit our Rail Boards page

 

Additional Information on Dock Boards and Dock Plates
 • An 11" lip is standard, other lengths are available at no additional cost
 • Leg lengths are 2-3" longer than maximum height differential
 • An 11" degree bend is standard, other bend angles are available at no additional cost
 • Refrigerated trailers require HRARL option

 

Dock Board and Dock Plate Options

Model	Option
HRALC	Lifting chains
HRALEG	Extra leg with fasteners
HRALH	Loop handles welded to each leg
HRARL	Legs set at 14" from truck end for refrigerated trailers
HREZ	EZ Roll option for dock plates
	Parcel packaging – for sizes up to 48" x 36"
HRASL	Leg location other than 2.5" from edge of plate

 

For special applications, custom designs and measurement assistance or pricing call (800)876-7267.

 

 

Handi-Ramp's products are available across North America including Alaska, Hawaii, Canada and Puerto Rico.
Call us toll free at (800) 876-RAMP or (847) 680-7700 to discuss your specific needs.

 

 

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