In short
Each dock shelter for a site in Lincolnshire 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
- Lincolnshire
- Nation
- England
- Main town
- Lincoln
- Survey
- Free for new installations
Options for dock shelters and seals in Lincolnshire
- Replacement curtains. Damaged curtains can be swapped without replacing the whole shelter.
- Sized to your fleet. Curtain sizes matched to vehicle widths, heights and dock height.
- Retractable frames. If a trailer reverses too far, the frame gives way and springs back instead of bending.
- Guidance aids. Guide stripes, wheel guides and lights help drivers park centrally.
- Inflatable seals. Air bags inflate around the parked trailer for a tight seal.
Jobs we can carry out
- Adding rain gutters and guide lights to dock shelters so water stays out of trailers during loading.
- Pricing shelters, levellers and sectional doors together for the refurbishment of an existing goods-in area.
- Fitting foam dock seals at a bay used only by a dedicated fleet of identical trailers.
Loading bay safety in England
Dock levellers, shelters and restraints are work equipment, so in Lincolnshire 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.
How the work is organised
Sites in and around Lincolnshire vary from tight trade counters to large distribution yards. The survey records access for our vehicle and platform, overhead obstructions and floor condition so the installation day runs without surprises.
Guide prices
| 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.
Questions from businesses in Lincolnshire
Can you replace the curtains on our dock shelters in Lincolnshire?
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.
How long does dock shelter installation take in Lincolnshire?
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 fit dock shelters for cold stores around the East Midlands?
Yes. We fit inflatable and retractable shelters at cold stores and chilled sites across the East Midlands, often alongside insulated doors and levellers, to help hold temperature and limit condensation at the dock while trailers are worked.
Towns in Lincolnshire we cover
We cover 10 towns in Lincolnshire for dock shelters and seals, including Lincoln, Grimsby, Scunthorpe, Boston.
Other services in Lincolnshire
- Sliding and folding industrial doors
- Sectional overhead doors
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests
- Steel personnel and fire exit doors
- Bollards and door protection
- Complete loading bays
- Door safety upgrades
- Dock levellers
More about Dock shelters and seals. Last updated 19 October 2026.