Yard Ramps & Portable Loading Ramps

Yard Ramps, also called Portable Loading Ramps or Portable Loading Docks, are a safe and cost effective answer to many loading dock issues. Bluff Manufacturing has more experience and has built more yard ramps than anyone, by far.  Our standard design translates into a custom solution that is quickly delivered to your job site and lasts for many years.

Most yard ramps perform one of two functions. They allow traffic from the ground up into a truck bed or from the dock level down to the ground. Which of these jobs you choose to do will dictate which of the designs will be most apporiate for your application.

Dock-to-Ground Stationary Yard Ramps

Dock-to-ground and back, normally indicates that either a vehicle or forklift needs to be moved back and forth. If the dock is in the 39" to 60"+ range then a 30' all incline yard ramp is the choice that makes the most sense. A width that allows for the equipment plus some manuvering room and a decision about a few accessories and you have a perfect solution for your loading dock. Our most popular yard ramp model for this application is our 16SYS7030NU (the NU stands for no undercarriage...if you don't need to move the yard ramp you can save the money).

Ground-to-Dock Loading Ramps for easier handling of freight off docks.

The Bluff loading dock ramp is set in place at concrete or portable steel loading dock when it is unloaded from the trailer. It is secured to the dock by chains or optional dock chain brackets. That's it, your Bluff loading dock ramp is ready to use. Steel grating with the bearing bars oriented in the direction of travel gives maximum strength while the serrated top provides excellent traction while preventing build-up of snow, water, and other debris. Solid steel deck approach plates at both ends provide a smooth transition and maximum life for the ramp. (CAUTION: Some competitor's units use open grating at both ends... this allows the steering wheels of the forklift to twist the bearing bars causing failure).

Ground-to-Truck Portable Yard Ramps

Ground-to-truck has the same decision elements plus the need for a level off zone at the top before your load enters or leaves the truck. The length of this level off is dictated by your truck and load length (the most popular length is 6'). When you apply a capacity requirement of three times forklift truck capacity and a couple of accessory decisions your perfect solution becomes clear. We find that our 16SYS8436L model yard ramp is our most popular.

Portable Steel Yard Ramp Highlights

• All steel welded construction
• Capacities from 16,000 to 60,000 pounds
• Wide range of capacities and sizes available
• Solid rubber tires standard, pneumatic tires optional
• Steel serrated grating
• Double-action hydraulic pump

The yard ramp is simply moved into position at trailers, railcars, or docks. The operator utilizes a self-contained, double-acting hydraulic pump to adjust the unit to the proper position. In minutes you are ready to load or unload freight. Solid 18" rubber tires provide easy positioning and towing. Open serrated steel grating provides excellent traction while preventing build-up of snow, water, and other debris. Beveled approach provides a smooth transition.

For truck or railcar to ground applications choose a 36' yard ramp including a level off. Choose a 30' straight yard ramp design for quick loading from dock to ground.

High strength steel yard ramps make even the toughest unloading jobs easy!

Please e-mail service@maxmaterialhandling.com or call 1-800-497-0629 fro price sizing and availability.