The short version
We can supply and fit retractable, inflatable and foam dock shelters in Long Eaton and across Derbyshire, with replacement curtains for existing frames and accessories such as guide lights, wheel guides and rain gutters.
- Town
- Long Eaton
- Postcode district
- NG10
- Area
- Derbyshire
- Survey
- Free for new installations
Options for dock shelters and seals in Long Eaton
- 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.
- 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.
- Temperature control. Less heated or chilled air escapes around the trailer while the door is up.
Jobs we can carry out
- Fitting retractable dock shelters across a run of bays that serve a mixed fleet of vans and trailers.
- Replacing torn side and top curtains on existing retractable shelter frames instead of buying new shelters.
- Specifying deeper top curtains for bays that receive double-deck trailers alongside standard trailers.
What the law expects at a loading bay
Across Great Britain, including Long Eaton, loading bays bring together several duties: maintained work equipment under PUWER 1998, safe traffic routes under the Workplace Regulations 1992, and safe powered doors under the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008. Dock levellers should meet BS EN 1398, and the site's risk assessment should cover vehicle creep and drive-aways.
Keeping your site running during the work
Before work starts we send a method statement and risk assessment, confirm who on site will be our contact and agree where materials and access equipment will go. On shared industrial estates that can mean booking yard space with the landlord.
Prices for dock shelters and seals in Long Eaton
| 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.
Dock shelters and seals in Long Eaton: your questions
How long does dock shelter installation take in Long Eaton?
Typically half a day to a day per shelter, depending on size and fixings. We schedule work bay by bay so loading can continue at the others while each shelter is fitted.
Can you replace the curtains on our dock shelters in Long Eaton?
Yes. Replacement curtains are made to fit the existing frame on most retractable shelters, which is much cheaper than a new shelter. We measure and record the frame on the first visit.
Do you fit dock shelters for cold stores around Derbyshire?
Yes. We fit inflatable and retractable shelters at cold stores and chilled sites across Derbyshire, often alongside insulated doors and levellers, to help hold temperature and limit condensation at the dock while trailers are worked.
Dock shelters and seals near Long Eaton
Besides Long Eaton, we can survey and quote for sites in Ilkeston, Nottingham, West Bridgford and the rest of Derbyshire.
- Dock shelters and seals in Ilkeston
- Dock shelters and seals in Nottingham
- Dock shelters and seals in West Bridgford
- Dock shelters and seals in Heanor
- Dock shelters and seals in Derby
- Dock shelters and seals in Arnold
Other services in Long Eaton
- Industrial door replacement
- Industrial roller shutters
- Complete loading bays
- Fire shutters
- Dock leveller and loading bay repairs
- Door safety upgrades
- Bollards and door protection
- Door automation and controls
More about Dock shelters and seals · industrial doors in Long Eaton. Last updated 19 October 2026.