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Can a Yard Ramp be Your Docking Solution?

Having the ability to accept freight deliveries as a business is vital to the supply chain. Anything from new internal supplies to bulk material and even new equipment will normally be delivered by semi or box truck. But, not every facility has the correct requirements to implement a dock into its structure, nor is it cheap to move to a facility that does have a suitable loading dock. 

Yard ramps serve as either a permanent or temporary supplement to businesses whose facilities don’t have the proper means of loading and unloading freight. These yard ramps are able to be easily repositioned so that as long as the delivery driver can fit in your lot, you can access the freight bed.

If you’re looking to modify your supply chain in order to give your business the access to receive freight shipments you need a ramp you can trust. We are the #1 choice for mobile yard ramps, thanks to our features that allow for easy positioning, complete stability, and low maintenance. Spend more time getting the job done and less time worrying about your yard ramp.

The Ultimate Yard Ramps from Copperloy

Our yard ramps are engineered to maximize space, productivity, and safety earning the title of America’s ultimate yard ramp. Made in the USA in Twinsburg, Ohio, our one-cylinder ramp design is more stable and uses less pressure to lift the ramp compared to traditional yard ramps with two-cylinder hydraulic systems.

Our enhanced design features deliver:

• • Easier operation – The pump location on the outside of the yard ramp frame allows for more convenient access.

• • Faster raise times – Vertically position the ramp up to two and a half times faster than the average ramp.

• • Less wear and tear – Rotation occurs on the redesigned positioning sleeve instead of the ramp connection, reducing wear on the ramp structure.

• • Greater stability – The centrally located cylinder keeps the ramp stable while raising and lowering which means less chance of tipping.

• • Solid-filled pneumatic tires – Better handle rugged terrain and also reduce the chances of punctures or air pressure problems.

Copperloy has a wide selection of yard ramp sizes and capacities to fit your requirements. With three purchase options; New, Used, and Rentals available anywhere in the US, Copperloy can deliver the ideal ramp to fit your budget.  For more details on the available sizes of our yard ramps, specifications, and weight capacities, contact the Copperloy team or view the chart below.  The Copperloy team can assist you in finding the perfect model for your facility and application.

Features

8-FOOT LEVEL OFF

The Copperloy mobile yard ramp has an 8-foot level off feature. This is necessary for forklifts to have easy access onto trucks, loading docks, and platforms. It allows the fork truck to safely enter the trailer at a level approach and without having to stop. This feature makes for a very stable yard ramp and is especially useful on mobile ramps.

15-INCH LIP

The 15-inch lip is designed to firmly rest on the truck carrier body, dock floor or platform. Our mobile ramps come equipped with eight-foot-long safety chains. Chains join the ramp to keep it from pulling away.

HYDRAULIC PUMP

The single-acting hydraulic hand pump design requires half the effort needed to raise ramp compared to other mobile ramps. The pump is relocated so that it is protected away from dirt, debris, damage and makes maintenance easier to perform. The handle is stored out of the way when not in use.

SMOOTH SIDE PLATES

Smooth side plates and safety curbs are standard. They are constructed of high strength steel and enclose all working components, while also protecting them from possible damage from other equipment.

LOW END PLATE

We designed an end plate that is shorter than the wheelbase of most forklift trucks. This way, front-drive wheels can reach high-traction grating, while rear wheels are still on the ground. The plate comes standard with beveling from the underside. This helps to provide an easy and smooth ground-level entry. It also eliminates jolts and bumps as the forklifts travel on and off the yard ramp, with or without a load.

DECK GRATING ON OUR YARD RAMPS

High-strength steel is standard on all Copperloy yard ramps. Grating bars are constructed for durability in the roughest of applications. The 1-3/4 inch bar depth allows snow, rain, and other debris to fall through. The serrated grating helps to ensure an all-weather, high-traction running surface.

SAFETY CURBS

7-inch high curbs are standard on all Copperloy ramps to help prevent accidental runoff with a patented box frame.

18-INCH SOLID/PNEUMATIC TIRES

The solid/pneumatic tires are standard on all Copperloy mobile yard ramps and are ideal for all applications. The tires do not require air to fill, are maintenance-free, and have lubricated-for-life bearings.

THE POSITIONING SLEEVE

The position sleeve allows the yard ramp to maneuver 180 degrees which reduces loading/unloading time and increases productivity. The fork slides into the positioning sleeve and the ramp can easily be positioned into place. The positioning sleeve is included with all steel mobile yard ramps. The sleeve is not intended for long-distance towing.

TOWBAR

A towbar is an option on both steel and aluminum mobile yard ramps which attaches to the lower end of the loading ramp. It allows the ramp to be towed a short distance (within your facility). The max towing speed is 5-mph and is not intended for over-the-road towing.

Applications for Yard Ramps

Create a Portable Dock Anywhere with Mobile Yard Ramps

Companies can create a dock anywhere with a mobile yard ramp by easily converting open yard space into a portable loading dock.  Yard ramps provide a safe, efficient method to load/unload freight with forklifts and access the back of the truck.  A yard ramp is a cost-effective way to expand freight handling capacity beyond the physical loading docks in a facility. 

• Industrial applications moving

Portable Yard Ramps 

The yard ramp acts as a portable loading dock ramp and an ideal solution for shipments that need to go from ground level to the truck and a fast method to unload a truck to the ground.  Copperloy offers both aluminum ramps and steel ramps depending on your weight and application requirements.  Rentals are available and ideal for short-term projects.

Portable Steel Yard Ramps

Copperloy portable steel yard ramps are available in different base materials.  However, steel is the standard base for yard ramps.  As a leader in custom steel fabrication, Copperloy has mastered the craft of high-strength steel specifications and integrated features such a serrated steel grating for added traction.  Manufactured in the USA, steel ramps are built for durability and made to last.

Ground-to-Dock Yard Ramps

Our dock-to-ground yard ramps provide a stationary, semi-permanent solution and are typically fixed to the dock for fast, efficient loading/unloading solution handling weights up to 30,000 lbs.  Copperloy dock-to-ground ramps can be custom built to the specifications of your dock for a safe, versatile way to expand the capability of your loading dock.

Ground-to-Truck Yard Ramps

Ground-to-truck ramps allow for easy ground-level access to semi-trucks. Copperloy yard ramps allow for maximum safety and productivity when unloading and loading.  Designed for industrial use, ramps are available in aluminum or steel based on your material handling requirements.

Heavy-duty Portable Loading Docks with Dock Platforms 

For facilities with limited space or no permanent dock exists, portable loading docks can provide a cost-effective solution for parallel loading when used with dock-to-ground or yard ramps. Copperloy’s portable loading platform features durable steel construction that can handle capacities up to 60,000 pounds.  Their unique design allows lift trucks to easily make right-angle turns. Multiple portable loading docks can be connected when larger portable loading docks are required.

Applications of High-capacity Yard Ramps 

Typical uses of our heavy-duty, high-capacity steel yard ramps.

• Industrial equipment applications
• Construction equipment, machinery, and supplies
• Flatbed truck unloading/loading
• Military applications such as loading military vehicles and equipment
• Tractors, skid steers, bobcats, and other heavy equipment
• Heavy equipment rentals
• Warehouse equipment
• Car and vehicle ramps

The Right Yard Ramp for Your Portable Dock Application

What to choose from our selection of portable yard ramps depends on how you will be using them.  Looking for a permanent loading area or do you require a portable loading ramp? What is the maximum weight that your lift trucks will be transporting? (Don’t forget to include the weight of the lift truck.) Do you require dock-to-ground access or ground-level access to railcars and trucks?  Copperloy has been manufacturing yard ramps for over 60 years and our staff is available to consult with you on the best solution for your loading application.

If you’re not sure of your future needs, consider a rental yard ramp or a used yard ramp.  All Copperloy used ramps are factory certified and guaranteed.

Our ramps are preferred by dock crews.  Copperloy ramps are faster and easier to position than any other ramp on the market.  Copperloy yard ramps have been tested and outperformed the other manufacturers including; Bluff Manufacturing, Vestil, Discount Ramps, and Handiramp.  Click here to watch the yard ramp competition. 

Portable Ramp Safety

Although Copperloy portable yard ramps are designed with safety features, operating a forklift on a ramp should be done with the utmost caution. Prior to using the ramp, it is important to thoroughly review the owner’s manual. Only trained personnel should operate the ramp. It is extremely important to ensure that the ramp is properly secured before loading and unloading tasks.  View the owner’s manual for a full overview of instructions and precautions. We also recommend reviewing the OSHA ramp guidelines.

Copperloy quality is unsurpassed. Manufactured in the USA by experienced machinists, certified welders, and automated robotic cells, our ramps are designed for durability and built to last.