BLUE GIANT, Toronto, May 2000; Blue Giant Equipment Corporation, an industry leading dock equipment manufacturer was put to the test when it came time to bid for the Greater Toronto Airport Authority (GTAA), Air Canada Cargo project.

When the opportunity presented itself to sit down with both Air Canada executives and Project Managers of PCL Constructors at Blue Giant’s ISO9001 registered facility, the main concerns for discussion were quality, service and price. Result. Specifications were changed to reflect Blue Giant’s product offerings.

Blue Giant was awarded the contract to supply 105 A688FH (6’ x 8’) - 30,000 lbs. capacity Hydraulic Dock Levelers, 66 units were interlocked with TL85 Hydraulic Truck Restraints and 108 Adjustable Header Dock Seals equipped with a double layer impact area.

When it comes to product design and performance, no one can match the unique standard features of Blue Giant’s ‘A’ Series Dock Levelers and TL85 Truck Restraints.

The advantages start with an unprecedented six full-length I-beam deck supports that offer greater structural integrity over common formed channel designs. An exclusive 4” maintained deck tilt allows the deck to float during load transfers. This eliminates deck fatigue and provides flush lip contact on the truck bed, preventing forklift tire and steering damage. These features plus fully hydraulic deck and lip operation as standard offer faster cycle times and years of trouble-free use.

For the ultimate in dock area safety, Blue Giant’s Truck Restraints center around a non-impact, swing up hydraulic arm applying up to 35,000 lbs. of pressure to confine trailers rear impact guards (ICC bars). Vehicles remain safely stationed at the loading dock. The TL85 services the widest range of trucks, bent and closed-in ICC bars included. Lock-up and costly maintenance problems from hook and impact design restraints are eliminated.

To facilitate ease and avoid excessive on-site installation costs, Blue Giant’s Engineering and Service department provided pre-wired components, routed power packs under the dock leveler for quick access and a series of full installation plan layouts. Project completion schedule for

But the product is only as good as the company that stands behind it. With 20 fully trained service technicians covering the Greater Toronto Area, response time is never questioned. For added peace of mind, registration to ISO9001 certifies that Blue Giant’s manufacturing processes are well linked and under continuous control to deliver consistent quality in both product and service.