In the event you find the cost of forming a concrete pit/pad expensive, an economical solution is a LoMasterTM S-Series Semi-Portable Dock Lift. The unit is installed at the dock face and mounted on locating cradles and wear plates. With its extremely low profile, the LoMaster S Series provides added versatility for ground level loading or unloading operations.
Available in rated capacities of 4,000 to 6,000lbs (1,818 to 2,727kgs).