The short version
We can supply and fit retractable, inflatable and foam dock shelters in Thornton-Cleveleys and across Lancashire, with replacement curtains for existing frames and accessories such as guide lights, wheel guides and rain gutters.
- Town
- Thornton-Cleveleys
- Postcode district
- FY5
- Area
- Lancashire
- Survey
- Free for new installations
Options for dock shelters and seals in Thornton-Cleveleys
- 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.
- Sized to your fleet. We size curtains to the vans, rigids and trailers that actually use your bay.
- Replacement curtains. Worn or torn curtains renewed on the existing frame.
- Inflatable seals. Once the vehicle is in place, inflated bags press against its sides and roof.
Typical scopes of work
- Replacing worn dock bumpers before fitting new shelters so trailers stop at the correct distance from the wall.
- Fitting foam dock seals at a bay used only by a dedicated fleet of identical trailers.
- Adding rain gutters and guide lights to dock shelters so water stays out of trailers during loading.
What the law expects at a loading bay
Across Great Britain, including Thornton-Cleveleys, 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.
Access, phasing and timing
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.
Frequently asked questions
Can a dock shelter in Thornton-Cleveleys 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.
Can you replace the curtains on our dock shelters in Thornton-Cleveleys?
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.
Which dock shelter suits our Thornton-Cleveleys warehouse?
Retractable shelters suit most mixed fleets. Inflatable shelters give a tighter seal for chilled, frozen or sensitive goods. Foam seals suit uniform fleets. We recommend one after recording your vehicles and dock on survey.
Dock shelters and seals near Thornton-Cleveleys
Besides Thornton-Cleveleys, we can survey and quote for sites in Fleetwood, Blackpool, Lytham St Annes and the rest of Lancashire.
- Dock shelters and seals in Fleetwood
- Dock shelters and seals in Blackpool
- Dock shelters and seals in Lytham St Annes
- Dock shelters and seals in Morecambe
- Dock shelters and seals in Lancaster
- Dock shelters and seals in Preston
Other services in Thornton-Cleveleys
- Door automation and controls
- Sliding and folding industrial doors
- Industrial roller shutters
- Hangar and large-span doors
- Planned maintenance contracts
- Industrial door installation
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests
- Steel personnel and fire exit doors
More about Dock shelters and seals · industrial doors in Thornton-Cleveleys. Last updated 19 October 2026.