American Surplus logo

Used Dock Boards

Dock boards are used to bridge the gap between the loading dock edge and the trailer. They are shaped like dock plates, but have additional structural support to handle more weight.  Dock boards are ideal for transporting heavier loads that require a forklift to move out of the trailer. The diamond plated flooring prevents wheels from slipping while traveling at an incline. ASI’s used dock boards have t-bar legs extending down between the truck and the dock, along with curbs on the sides to prevent product from falling off.

Used Dock Boards
Used Dock Boards
  • Designed for Forklift Use
  • Click for current inventory
  • Bridge gap b/w dock & trailer
Details

Available Combo Deals

The main aspects to consider when choosing dock equipment is capacity, width, and length.

Capacity is the most important factor to consider when deciding between a dock plate or a dock board. The first question to consider is whether you will be using lift equipment to transport product out of the truck. This will automatically require a dock board due to capacity requirements and the need for side guard rails. To decide which capacity of dock board is required, add together the weight of the lift equipment and the maximum load weight of that equipment. If your forklift weighs 7,000 lbs. and has a 4,000 lbs. capacity, you should consider a board that holds at least 11,000 lbs.

In manual applications, the width of the dock plate or dock board should be at least 8'' inches wider than the overall width of the equipment. For powered operations, the width should be at least 16'' wider than the overall width of the equipment.

The proper length is determined by the height difference between the loading dock and the floor of the truck. This equipment has a maximum height differential, so a longer board can accommodate a greater range of height differences. Exceeding this angle will potentially dislodge the safety leg holding it in place, allowing it to shift and become unstable.

Every used dock board that leaves our warehouse is inspected prior to shipment to ensure that only the highest quality used equipment reaches our customers. Contact a member of our sales team to learn more about our current inventory of used dock plates, as well as our full selection of used dock equipment

Everything You Need To Know About Stack Racks

dock board or dock plate
Dock boards and dock plates are a portable solution to bridging the gap from the edge of a dock to an open truck bed. This can be a problem because trucks vary in height, so there is a gap and a height difference to consider. Both styles come in varying capacities that allow for anything from foot travel to lift equipment. Learn More
  • There are many challenges associated with the pick and pack process for a warehouse. Successful order fulfillment involves much more than shelves of neatly stacked products. Having a pick and pack...
    Read More
  • Dock levelers are often used in the loading and unloading areas of a warehouse. They help to bridge the space and height difference between the dock and the trailer or truck. Dock levelers are...
    Read More
  • The loading dock is one of the busiest areas of your warehouse. Dock equipment help facilities maximize productivity while ensuring the process of loading and unloading items from truck and trailers...
    Read More
  • Depending on how well a facility takes care of their conveyor and storage systems will result in how long they will last over time. In-order to make sure you’ll be getting the most out of your...
    Read More
  • One problem to overcome with loading docks is bridging the gap between the open end of the truck bed and the warehouse floor. This causes a problem because not all warehouse floors are the same...
    Read More
  • Dock boards and dock plates are a portable solution to bridging the gap from the edge of a dock to an open truck bed. This can be a problem because trucks vary in height, so there is a gap and a...
    Read More