FLIPAWAY LIFTGATE

Waltco Truck Equipment offers two key updates to its E-RM Series, a flipaway liftgate that’s said to be easy to operate and maintain. Previously available in 36- and 40-in.-deep platform models, it now comes with a large 46-in. deep by 80-in. wide, gently sloping wedge-style platform as well. In addition, all E-RM gates can now handle bed heights as low as 38 in., which makes it especially useful for low-cab-forward chassis applications. The maximum bed height is 54 in. The Series is available in 2500- and 3000-lb lifting capacities.

The big new wedge-style platform makes moving life easier, and a parting bar, along with dual torsion springs and a torsion bar, make it possible to fold the platform with less than 25 lb of force. The platform flips away under the truck body for unobstructed loading access.

Other features include self-lubricating, fiberglass-reinforced Teflon-coated bearings that eliminate the need for grease zerks; a closed-loop hydraulic system with hydraulic cylinders; and hardened pins that are said to reduce deflection and prolong bearing life. The E-RM Series also has a thermally protected power unit that protects the motor from overheating damage.
 
Several options are available and Waltco can also modify the E-RM Series to meet individual requirements.


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