Kelley pit-mounted, powered dock levelers can be equipped with an optional Safety Barrier Lips that provide a full-time 5″ (127 mm) solid steel vertical barrier to prevent accidental forklift roll-off. The safety barrier lip is designed to be one of the strongest in the industry, capable of stopping a 15,000 lbs. (6,803 kg) load at 5 mph (8.05 km).
SAFETY BARRIER LIPS DESIGN FEATURES
- In the stored position, the leveler lip extends above the deck, providing a full-time steel barrier
- In the extended position, the lip remains flush with the leveler deck
- In a below loading dock application, the safety barrier lip prevents a forklift’s front wheels from accidentally rolling off the leveler
