AIRDOCK® CONSTRUCTOR™

Description

An Air Powered Dock Leveler Designed for the Construction Industry with Patented ‘NEXT GENERATION AIR™’ Technology

NORDOCK® advances loading dock efficiency with patented NEXT GENERATION AIR™ technology that is truly revolutionary.
AIRDOCK® CONSTRUCTOR™ Series of Dock Levelers are easy to install, operated by push button, and come with unmatched strength, standard features and comprehensive warranties that set a higher standard of excellence.

Protected SINGLE-CHAMBER™ Balanced Air Bag Design

The reinforced PVC coated SINGLE-CHAMBER™ Balanced Air Bag is protected over 99% of the time from environmental contamination.
The SINGLE-CHAMBER™ balanced design reduces material, redundant air chambers and unwanted seams which eliminates friction.

PULL-ACTION™ Lifting System

The patented PULL-ACTION™ lifting system maximizes efficiency by using the entire power of the bag to lift the deck.
Increased efficiency means less bags, seams, travel and cycle time resulting in long term improved performance.
The compact and open design allows for easy inspection of all working components including the deck that saves time and improves safety.

AUTO-DESCENT Y-LIP™ Fully Yieldable Extension

The AUTO-DESCENT Y-LIP™ fully yieldable extension system uses the natural weight of the deck to activate the lip, unlike higher maintenance flip lip designs that compromise available lifting power.

Easy to Install

The AIRDOCK® CONSTRUCTOR™ Series Dock Leveler is a self-contained system with the airbag safely stored away from forklift contact.
The leveler is lifted from the deck through rear pockets for easy forklift handling.
The no damage shipping design keeps the fan motor and lift system entirely safe during forklift handling.

AIR-STOP™ Deck Control

With this unique option the dock operator has the ability to arrest the descent of the deck with a push of a button to avoid an obstruction or for safety and convenience in positioning the maintenance supports.

CA Features & Benefits

Fully Protected, SINGLE-CHAMBER™ Balanced Air Bag Activation System
Heavy-Duty Piano Style Front Hinge Design
Smooth Transition Fixed Rear Hinge with No Pinch, Trip or Impact Point
Integral Maintenance Support
Dual Side 33% Deck to Beam Weld Pattern
Six Solid Steel Rear Frame Supports
Full Range Telescoping Side Guards
Self-Contained Easy Access 120 Volt Fan Motor
Single Push Button Activation
16” Lip, (18” & 20” Available)
Security Night Locks
Two Heavy-Duty Dock Bumpers Included
Grease Fittings in Front Hinge
Zinc Plated Hinge Rods

CA Options & Accessories

AIR-STOP™ Deck Control
Self Forming Pour in Pan
Brush & ALL-SEAL™ Weather Seal Systems
18” or 20” Long Lip
Safety Barrier Lip
Zinc Plated Lifting Pans
Center Deck Support
Foam Insulated Deck
Spray Zinc Deck, Lip & Frame
FALL-STOP™ Safety Barrier Gates
Dock Lights
IMPACT™ Series Steel Spring & Steel Face Dock Bumpers (10-Year Structural Warranty)
LOGI-SMART® Integrated Control Systems
SMART-HOOK® & TRUCK-LOCK® Vehicle Restraints
Wheel Based & PIT-HOOK™ Vehicle Restraints
WEARTOUGH® Dock Seals & Shelters

Short Form Specs

* Add capacity to model from 25,000 to 45,000 lbs.

Description

The AIRDOCK® Series of Air Powered Dock Levelers are equipped with all the standard performance features needed to deliver the best return on investment.
The patented lifting system utilizes a revolutionary Protected SINGLE-CHAMBER™ balanced air bag and PULL-ACTION™ design educes parts and friction while allowing easy inspection and access to the deck.
The self-contained design provides easy handling & installation with a fully protected bag and a lift system that does not contact the floor of the pit.
Available in capacity ratings from 25,000 to 45,000 pounds in increments of 5,000 pounds, and standard nominal platform sizes of 6 & 7 feet wide x 6 & 8 feet long.
Standard features include full operating range telescoping side guards, night security locks, integral maintenance support, safety black & yellow side skirt labels, and two heavy-duty dock bumpers.

Operation

The operator presses the control button until the deck is fully raised.
Releasing the button activates the AUTO-DESCENT LIP™ system that extends the lip as the deck lowers placing it smoothly onto the truck bed.
The leveler will float up and down and side to side with the truck during loading to maintain lip contact at all times.
To store the dock leveler, the operator presses the control button that activates the lift system allowing the lip to automatically retract to a pendant position, releasing the button deactivates the air power to store the leveler in a fully supported position level with the building floor.
The standard 16” lip will extend out 11” beyond a 4” bumper and engage a truck 12” above and below building floor level.
Note: Longer lip option reduces above dock service range.

Construction

Initialized platform structure with dual side 33% beam to deck weld pattern and continuous welds at the header plate and hinge tubes for superior strength.
The deck plate, lip plate and beams are constructed from high-tensile steel and safety tread top running surface.
The frame has four upright and two forward supports with a fixed rear hinge connection to eliminate pinch, trip or impact.
A security lock system is provided to prevent illegal building entry when the overhead door is closed.
Full width front and rear hinge rods are constructed of SAE 1045 superior shaft and are factory coated with anti-seize lubricant.
A single NEMA 4 push-button control operates the 120-Volt fan motor.

Warranty

NORDOCK® guarantees that the CONSTRUCTOR™ Series Air-Powered Dock Levelers will perform as described and to the full satisfaction of the purchaser for one-year from date of receipt.
Consult your NORDOCK® representative for assistance in choosing the correct capacity and options for your application.