February 2014 | The Yard Ramp Site | Mobile Ramp | Portable Loading Ramps
Copperloy Yard Ramps | Portable Forklift Ramps
800-321-4968

How YARD RAMP Site Goes Green – Our Environmentally Friendly Efforts

Being environmentally friendly, and conscious of decisions and their impact, has become a larger focal point not only for individuals, but for businesses of all shapes and sizes as well. At Copperloy, we make great efforts each and every day to not just go green, but stay green, with recycling initiatives and a variety of additional steps which reduce our footprint, utilize energy efficiently, and much more.

One of the most important green steps we take is to recycle all of the metal and wood we utilize. That equals approximately 30,000 lbs of recycled materials per month, and 360,000 lbs per year! For comparison sake, consider that the recently retired NASA space shuttles weighed about 300,000 lbs. Let’s just say it’s a good thing all of our materials ended up being recycled, and not sent into space!

We also recycle all of our used oils and coolants to ensure that nothing ends up in the trash, and seeping into the environment. Elsewhere in our facilities, our roofing R-value increases heating and energy efficiency, and we utilize high solvent paint which decreases pollutants.

Efficiency is also key in our everyday operations. We’ve recently completed several upgrades to our workshop, the first of which cut our electricity usage for lighting in half, and the second of which cut our energy usage for our heating system in half.

Additionally, we’ve even replaced motors in our machine shops so that they now operate at a fraction of the amps of older models, which also means greatly reduced energy consumption. In one specific instance, an old motor which formerly ran all day and drew excessive amounts of energy has been replaced with a motor which only needs to be run for one hour per day, offering vast reductions in energy usage.

When you buy the high quality, durable loading dock equipment we produce, you’ll also be able to be more efficient in your operations. You have gear that will hold up for the long haul and won’t need to be replaced, and our versatile solutions allow you to be more productive, and to work smarter, not harder. You’ve got equipment that’s made with our planet in mind. YARD RAMP Site is a family business and we’re always looking toward the future. Whether it’s the durability and long lasting nature of the product, our ability to anticipate future needs or our dedication to being green, you can feel comfortable that you’re buying more than just a piece of equipment.

At Copperloy, we’ve always been proud of our 50-year track record of producing high quality, industry leading, made in America loading dock equipment. And today, we’re equally as proud of our continued efforts to be environmentally friendly, and to help leave the world in better shape than we found it.

 

YARD RAMP Site Proud to Have Been a Part of the 2014 NBA All-Star Game

YARD RAMP Site is happy to announce that we were involved in the 2014 NBA All-Star Game. No, you didn’t see us on the floor with LeBron or Kevin Durant (although we could imagine our ramps being great props for the dunking competition).

Instead, we supplied aluminum van ramps to the crews involved in the process of setting up this large event. There’s a massive amount of equipment that needed to be unloaded in rapid-fire succession, properly organized, and put into place.

That’s where our efficient and versatile aluminum ramps were up to task.

The crews involved with the All-Star Game had little time to put together the entire operation and even less time to take it all apart. With the help of our ramps, they were able to get more done in less time, providing for a smooth and successful NBA All-Star Game.

It’s one of the many behind-the-scenes and logistical concerns an event like this needs to consider. YARD RAMP Site knew that our ramps could do the job right.

At Copperloy, we offer dozens of different aluminum ramps across several different product lines, including: our aluminum van ramps, our twin lock ramps, and our aluminum walk boards.

Walk boards are built for light and regular duty applications, topping out at 1,500 lbs capacity. The twin lock ramps though, when combined and locked for manual loading, offer capacities of up to 7,500 lbs. For auto loading, they can be properly spaced apart.

Our aluminum van ramps come in capacities of between 2,500 and 4,000 lbs, widths of 38.5 or 44.5 inches and lengths between 6 and 16 feet. Height ranges may be anywhere from 0 to 16 inches, to 0 to 48 inches.

In other words, with all of these different models and specifications, there’s a specific ramp for any kind of facility, operation, vehicle, or circumstance.

For your next big event, or the routine and day-to-day operations of your facility, call YARD RAMP Site at 800-321-4968 and learn more about our material handling and loading dock equipment.

How to Care For Your Loading Dock Equipment in the Weather

 YARD RAMP Site is proud of our 50 year legacy of creating tough and durable, American-made material handling and loading dock equipment. We have carefully engineered our products to not only stand up to the test of time, but also the impact of weather.

So how do you care for your YARD RAMP Site loading dock equipment in changing weather? Well, by and large, we have already taken care of that for you with our quality engineering, design, and construction.

Our equipment is, for the most part, weather-resistant. It usually needs almost no ongoing maintenance or repair. Whether you are dealing with a blizzard or a tropical rain storm, below freezing temperatures or dry humidity and triple-digits on the thermometer, our loading dock equipment will hold up in all of it, and ensure that your business continues efficient and safe operation.

One of the many great features of the high-quality loading dock equipment we produce at YARD RAMP Site is the metal grating we utilize with our yard ramps, portable platforms, and other gear. This allows rain and snow, along with any other debris or material, to fall through, rather than to accumulate.

This greatly improves safety and reduces the risk for accidents during bad conditions and inclement weather of all kinds. Of course, if it’s really getting icy or snowy, certainly the surface will begin to get slicker than it would be if it were dry. But as opposed to a flat, solid surface, there is never any need to break up ice, shovel away snow, put down salt or sand, or anything else.

Another way that loading dock equipment from YARD RAMP Site makes your life easier and your business more productive in all conditions, is the hydraulic fluid we utilize in our products, like the hydraulic edge of dock levelers or lift tables. The fluid is able to handle just about any temperature that you are going to come across in the contiguous United States, whether it is January in Minnesota or Maine, or July in Arizona or Texas.

aluminum yard ramp

A view of the underneath one of our aluminum yard ramps.

As mentioned, maintenance is minimal for our loading dock equipment. However, a few quick checks will go a long way to ensuring that everything remains in optimal condition and working order at all times.

For instance, when temperatures get particularly cold, as they have been this year, you should check your tire pressure, as low temperatures can greatly reduce PSI. A quick check will alert you to the status of your tires, and give you that extra peace of mind you need.

When you choose Copperloy, you are going to enjoy the benefits of an entirely no-worry brand. Our gear is built to be tough and durable, and to be put to use all across the United States.

Take a look around our website to learn more about all of the loading dock and material handling equipment we produce, and feel free to call our team directly at 800-321-4968 with any questions or for more information.