If you’re managing a job site and need an outdoor bench factory to deliver heavy commercial seating, you may wonder: “I need the outdoor bench factory to deliver to a job site with a forklift—do your trucks have lift gates?” The short answer is: not all trucks are equipped with lift gates, but our delivery fleet is built to accommodate forklift unloading at your site. Here’s how we make it work safely and efficiently.

First, lift gates are ideal when no forklift is available on site. Our trucks that carry lift gates can lower each bench pallet to ground level, allowing one worker with a pallet jack to move benches into position. However, when you specifically request a forklift delivery, we often use flatbed trailers or box trucks without lift gates. This is because a forklift can drive directly onto the truck bed or reach pallets from the tail end, which is faster and more stable for large concrete or steel benches.

Second, we coordinate every delivery by asking three questions: Does your site have a working forklift? What is the weight of the heaviest bench? Is the ground surface hard and level? If you answer yes to the first question, we will likely send a standard dry van or flatbed without a lift gate. If you do not have a forklift, we will dispatch a lift gate truck instead, but you must have a pallet jack or a small crew to receive the goods.

Third, for hybrid situations, we offer a truck with a lift gate plus a removable ramp. This gives you flexibility: the forklift can load from the side or back, while the lift gate remains available for manual unloading of smaller items like replacement slats or hardware kits. Many facilities prefer this combo because it reduces idle time and prevents damage to powder-coated finishes.

Fourth, safety is non-negotiable. When a forklift meets a delivery truck, the driver stays in the cab or stands away from the loading zone. The forklift operator must be certified, and we require chocks for the truck wheels even on level ground. If a lift gate is used, we never exceed its rated capacity—typically 2,500 to 3,000 pounds. Our benches range from 400 pounds for a single portable unit to 1,200 pounds for a six-foot concrete bench, so one pallet never overloads the gate.

Finally, we encourage you to provide clear site photos before scheduling. If you send a picture of a narrow gate, an unpaved driveway, or a steep curb, we can adjust the equipment list. For example, a site with loose gravel and no forklift would receive a truck with high-flotation tires and a lift gate rated for off-level operation. A paved lot with a large forklift would receive a simple flatbed for quick hook-and-chain unloading.

In summary, our trucks absolutely have lift gates, but we do not use them on every forklift delivery. We match the truck to your unloading method. If you have a forklift, we will save you time by sending a forklift-friendly trailer. If you do not, we will bring the lift gate. Either way, your outdoor benches arrive safely, upright, and ready for installation. Call us with your job site details, and we will confirm the right equipment for your exact needs.