At a glance
For chilled and frozen operations in Hebburn (NE31), an inflatable dock shelter gives a tight seal around the trailer, helping hold temperature during loading and reducing condensation at the dock.
- Town
- Hebburn
- Postcode district
- NE31
- Area
- Tyne and Wear
- Survey
- Free for new installations
Options that matter on site
- Temperature control. Less heated or chilled air escapes around the trailer while the door is up.
- Inflatable seals. Air bags inflate around the parked trailer for a tight seal.
- Guidance aids. Guide stripes, wheel guides and lights help drivers park centrally.
- Foam seals. Foam pads that the trailer squeezes into, ideal where every vehicle is much the same.
- Retractable frames. Spring-loaded scissor arms fold back on impact and return afterwards.
Typical scopes of work
- Replacing torn side and top curtains on existing retractable shelter frames instead of buying new shelters.
- Installing inflatable dock shelters at a chilled goods-in to help hold temperature while trailers are unloaded.
- Fitting foam dock seals at a bay used only by a dedicated fleet of identical trailers.
What the law expects at a loading bay
Across Great Britain, including Hebburn, 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
Sites in and around Hebburn 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.
Prices for dock shelters and seals in Hebburn
| 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
Can you replace the curtains on our dock shelters in Hebburn?
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 Tyne and Wear?
Yes. We fit inflatable and retractable shelters at cold stores and chilled sites across Tyne and Wear, often alongside insulated doors and levellers, to help hold temperature and limit condensation at the dock while trailers are worked.
How much does a dock shelter cost in Hebburn?
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 Hebburn, at no charge, the fixed price follows in writing.
Dock shelters and seals near Hebburn
Hebburn is in the NE31 postcode district in Tyne and Wear. We also cover Jarrow, Wallsend, Gateshead.
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Other services in Hebburn
- PVC strip curtains
- Bollards and door protection
- Dock leveller and loading bay repairs
- Planned maintenance contracts
- Industrial door installation
- Sectional overhead doors
- High-speed doors
- Sliding and folding industrial doors
More about Dock shelters and seals · industrial doors in Hebburn. Last updated 19 October 2026.