At a glance
We can supply and fit retractable, inflatable and foam dock shelters in Altrincham and across Greater Manchester, with replacement curtains for existing frames and accessories such as guide lights, wheel guides and rain gutters.
- Town
- Altrincham
- Postcode district
- WA14
- Area
- Greater Manchester
- Survey
- Free for new installations
Options that matter on site
- Guidance aids. Guide stripes, wheel guides and lights help drivers park centrally.
- Sized to your fleet. Curtain sizes matched to vehicle widths, heights and dock height.
- Temperature control. Less heated or chilled air escapes around the trailer while the door is up.
- Weather protection. Keeps wind, rain and cold out of the dock during loading.
- Retractable frames. If a trailer reverses too far, the frame gives way and springs back instead of bending.
Examples of work we can quote for
- Replacing torn side and top curtains on existing retractable shelter frames instead of buying new shelters.
- Replacing worn dock bumpers before fitting new shelters so trailers stop at the correct distance from the wall.
- Installing inflatable dock shelters at a chilled goods-in to help hold temperature while trailers are unloaded.
Loading bay safety in England
Dock levellers, shelters and restraints are work equipment, so in Altrincham the business running the site must keep them in efficient working order under PUWER 1998, and keep traffic routes safe under the Workplace Regulations 1992. Dock levellers are built to BS EN 1398; powered loading bay doors are covered by the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 and BS EN 12453.
Planning the work around your site
Most installations in Altrincham can be phased so part of the site keeps working. We agree access routes, exclusion zones and any temporary security with you before the team arrives, and can work early mornings, evenings or weekends where the business needs it.
Budgeting for dock shelters and seals in Altrincham
| 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 Altrincham: your questions
Can a dock shelter in Altrincham 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 long does dock shelter installation take in Altrincham?
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.
Do you repair dock shelters in Altrincham?
Yes. We straighten or replace bent frames and arms, replace curtains, repair inflatable shelter blowers and bags, and renew bumpers. Repair visits are chargeable, and we quote before ordering any made-to-measure parts.
Dock shelters and seals near Altrincham
Altrincham is in the WA14 postcode district in Greater Manchester. We also cover Sale, Urmston, Stretford.
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Other services in Altrincham
- Steel personnel and fire exit doors
- PVC strip curtains
- Industrial door motor replacement
- Sliding and folding industrial doors
- Door automation and controls
- Industrial door installation
- Hangar and large-span doors
- Fire shutters
More about Dock shelters and seals · industrial doors in Altrincham. Last updated 19 October 2026.