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title: Types of Loading Dock Levelers
description: Learn more about the different styles of loading dock levelers and see what a big difference one of these can make on your bottom line.
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# [Types of Loading Dock Levelers](https://www.overhead-doors.com/overhead-door-blog/bid/320020/types-of-loading-dock-levelers)

 Written by [Overhead Door Expert](https://www.overhead-doors.com/overhead-door-blog/author/overhead-door-expert) | Oct 10, 2013 8:50:00 PM

# Types of Loading Dock Levelers

[Loading dock levelers](https://www.overhead-doors.com/dock-levelers) are one of the most important additions you can make to your dock.

*The right leveler makes every shipment simpler, *  
*prevents damage to valuable equipment   
and promotes loading dock safety.*

There are many different [types of dock levelers.](https://www.overhead-doors.com/dock-levelers) Learn more about these different types so you can make the right choice when it comes to [loading dock equipment](https://www.overhead-doors.com/loading-docks/) for your structure.  
 

## [Hydraulic Dock Levelers](https://www.overhead-doors.com/lhd-series-hydraulic-dock-levelers)

Adjustable [hydraulic dock levelers](https://www.overhead-doors.com/hydraulic-dock-levelers) are a great option for many loading dock areas. These levelers are built for durability even under heavy traffic conditions. There are a number of different options available at The Overhead Door Company of The Meadowlands and NYC, check out the push-button models that make hydraulic levelers simple.

<https://www.overhead-doors.com/hydraulic-dock-levelers>Hydraulic Dock Leveler

## [Mechanical Dock Levelers](https://www.overhead-doors.com/overhead-door-blog/what-is-a-mechanical-dock-leveler)

A [mechanical dock leveler](https://www.overhead-doors.com/overhead-door-blog/what-is-a-mechanical-dock-leveler) has a simple chain operation. These levelers are ideal when you need a budget-friendly leveler that will provide years of great service. A mechanical leveler works under nearly any condition, even in hot or cold weather.

<https://www.overhead-doors.com/overhead-door-blog/what-is-a-mechanical-dock-leveler>[Mechanical Dock Leveler](https://www.overhead-doors.com/overhead-door-blog/what-is-a-mechanical-dock-leveler)

## [Edge-of-Dock Levelers](https://www.overhead-doors.com/overhead-door-blog/what-is-an-edge-of-dock-leveler)

This style of leveler is the industry standard in surface-mounted dock levelers. The up-front cost of the [edge-of-dock levelers](https://www.overhead-doors.com/overhead-door-blog/what-is-an-edge-of-dock-leveler) is low, but you don’t sacrifice quality. One of the “Top-of Dock”, hydraulic or mechanical edge-of-dock levelers from The Overhead Door Company of The Meadowlands and NYC will last you for years and stand up to heavy use.

[Edge of Dock Leveler](https://www.overhead-doors.com/overhead-door-blog/what-is-an-edge-of-dock-leveler)

As you can see, [dock levelers](https://www.overhead-doors.com/dock-levelers/) are an important addition to your loading dock that make every shipment you send out or receive much easier. You may also consider adding [dock bumpers](https://www.overhead-doors.com/photo-gallery-dock-bumpers) to your dock too--these can protect both your structure and the trucks that are in and out of your dock.

Learn more about [loading dock bumpers](https://www.overhead-doors.com/photo-gallery-dock-bumpers) and other accessories, then call or contact The Overhead Door Company of the Meadowlands & NYC and let us help you make your [loading docks](https://www.overhead-doors.com/loading-docks/) as safe and functional as possible.

For more information, please give us a call at 973-471-4060 or email us at: info@loadingdock.com

We service Northern New Jersey (Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Union, Essex, Morris, Hudson, Hunterdon, Middlesex, Mercer and Somerset county/counties), Manhattan, New York City, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, Bronx, Westchester and Rockland.

 

 

 

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