Stertil launches Varifleet telescopic dock leveller
Stertil Dock Products UK has announced the launch of its latest innovation in loading bay equipment: the Varifleet telescopic dock leveller.
Designed to meet the growing demand for cross-docking in modern distribution and warehouse logistics, the Varifleet is said to deliver unparalleled flexibility and safety across a wide range of vehicle types – from parcel vans to heavy commercial trucks.
“As home deliveries and e-commerce continue to reshape the logistics landscape, distribution centres must cater to increasingly diverse vehicle fleets,” said Stertil Dock Products.
“The Varifleet leveller offers a smart, cost-effective solution that works with all types of vehicles, regardless of their height, length, or width.
“At the heart of the Varifleet is the self-adjusting Stertil hydraulic system with built-in weight compensation, allowing for seamless adjustment between different vehicle types. During the loading process the system detects the pressure on the leveller platform and intelligently adjusts the downward forces – up to 150 kg.
“This smart system not only enhances safety but also helps prevent costly damage to vehicles and handling equipment, particularly when dealing with the lighter suspensions of parcel vans.”
Unlike traditional dock levellers, the Varifleet features a unique three-section telescopic lip. When used with large commercial vehicles, the lip extends to a full width of 2,000 mm. For smaller vehicles, the mid-section extends to a narrower 1,250 mm, while the side segments deploy only as needed to bridge any remaining gaps.
This ensures the lip always matches the vehicle floor, says the company, reducing risks and increasing efficiency during loading and unloading operations.
Andrew Georgiou, general manager of Stertil Dock Products UK, said: “The Varifleet is a major step forward for facilities handling mixed vehicle fleets. As demands on distribution centres evolve, we believe the Varifleet dock leveller will help to future-proof customer operations. It’s a versatile, intelligent solution that improves safety, protects assets and maximises productivity – all in one.”
Built from high-tensile steel with a galvanised frame and anti-corrosion coatings, the Varifleet is engineered to withstand the rigours of daily operations. It has been tested beyond 40,000 cycles and meets the EN 1398:2009 standard for dock leveller safety requirements.
Further cited benefits include intuitive controls and the option to integrate with the Stertil Multi-Control system – allowing the leveller, dock shelter, and door to be operated from a single control box.
