At a glance
Each dock shelter for a site in County Armagh is matched to the vehicles that actually call, from small vans to double-deck trailers, so the curtains seal properly without being torn by taller vehicles.
- Area
- Armagh
- Nation
- Northern Ireland
- Main town
- Armagh
- Survey
- Free for new installations
Options for dock shelters and seals in County Armagh
- Foam seals. Foam pads that the trailer squeezes into, ideal where every vehicle is much the same.
- Guidance aids. Driver aids help trailers line up straight, which protects the shelter and improves the seal.
- Retractable frames. Spring-loaded scissor arms fold back on impact and return afterwards.
- Inflatable seals. Air bags inflate around the parked trailer for a tight seal.
- Temperature control. Less heated or chilled air escapes around the trailer while the door is up.
What this work can involve
- Fitting retractable dock shelters across a run of bays that serve a mixed fleet of vans and trailers.
- Pricing shelters, levellers and sectional doors together for the refurbishment of an existing goods-in area.
- Replacing worn dock bumpers before fitting new shelters so trailers stop at the correct distance from the wall.
Who is responsible for loading bay equipment at a site in County Armagh?
The employer or occupier, under PUWER (Northern Ireland) 1999 and the Workplace Regulations (Northern Ireland) 1993. Planned servicing, daily checks and a procedure to stop trailers moving during loading are the practical basics HSENI will expect.
How the work is organised
Where a door is being replaced, the opening has to be made secure at the end of each day. We plan strip-out, any new framing and the new door so the gap is never left open overnight unless you have agreed temporary measures.
Guide prices for dock shelters and seals
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) |
|---|---|
| Dock shelter (retractable) | £2,195 – £5,495 |
| Inflatable dock shelter | £6,495 – £11,995 |
Guide prices for supply and installation unless stated, excluding VAT, which is added at the current rate where it applies. Your fixed price is confirmed in writing after a survey, before any work starts.
Your questions about dock shelters and seals
Do you fit dock shelters for cold stores around Northern Ireland?
Yes. We fit inflatable and retractable shelters at cold stores and chilled sites across Northern Ireland, often alongside insulated doors and levellers, to help hold temperature and limit condensation at the dock while trailers are worked.
Can a dock shelter in County Armagh be fitted with our existing leveller?
Usually, yes. The shelter fits around the dock door and works with most existing levellers, provided the bumpers stop the trailer at the right distance from the wall. We check the bumpers and leveller lip on survey.
How much does a dock shelter cost in County Armagh?
Our guide prices are £2,195 to £5,495 ex VAT for a retractable dock shelter and £6,495 to £11,995 for an inflatable one, supplied and fitted. Once we have surveyed your bays in County Armagh, at no charge, the fixed price follows in writing.
Towns in County Armagh we cover
We cover 4 towns in County Armagh for dock shelters and seals, including Armagh, Craigavon, Portadown, Lurgan.
Other services in County Armagh
- Industrial door replacement
- Planned maintenance contracts
- Dock leveller and loading bay repairs
- Sectional overhead doors
- Industrial door installation
- Industrial roller shutters
- Dock levellers
- Bollards and door protection
More about Dock shelters and seals. Last updated 19 October 2026.