Loading Dock Seals and Shelters

Dock seals and shelters help close the gap between the building and the trailer or railcar so weather, debris, and unwanted airflow are easier to control. Barton sizes, installs, and services compression seals, soft-sided and foam-frame truck shelters, rain diverters, inflatable systems, full-access shelters, and retractable rail shelters. We look at the opening, dock height, approach, exposure, and freight pattern before recommending the right fit.

Compression seals

• Foam-filled head and side pads that compress against the trailer
• Straightforward option for common dock sizes
• Sized to match your door opening for an effective perimeter seal

Inflatable seals

• Adjustable, stationary, and air-frame models that inflate after the trailer is parked
• Strong sealing performance for demanding temperature control
• Header air-bag retraction springs and model-specific vertical bag retraction systems keep airbags clear when not in use

Truck and rail dock shelters

• Frame options from pressure-treated lumber to impact-resistant retractable designs
• Side and head coverage sized for the vehicle and opening
• Rain-diverter options for exposed truck bays
• Retractable designs for rail-side loading openings
• Can be paired with bumpers, restraints, and lighting for a complete dock package

Recent Barton installations

• Ballico: Two Marvel M665VV-22-50 soft-sided foam-frame truck shelters with rain diverters, double-layer 50-ounce vinyl, and head-curtain flaps. View the project.
• Modesto: Two Marvel M800V-40-60 retractable rail shelters and two M700 full-door-size dock shelters, replacing the existing units. View the project.

Fit examples from Blue Giant literature

These examples are why the site check matters. A small difference in door size, trailer height, dock height, or rail clearance can change the right seal or shelter.

• Adjustable Head Pad: designed for 8’ wide x 10’ high door openings, with standard units sealing 11’ to 13.5’ high trailers on a typical 4’ dock height.
• BG600 Foam Frame Shelter: designed for 10’ wide x 10.5’ high door openings, highway trailers, and tailgate trucks, with standard units sealing 12’ to 13’ 6" high trailers on a typical 4’ dock height.

Need help with a worn seal, torn shelter, or loading opening that no longer fits the equipment using it? Request commercial service and our commercial team can look at the bay, equipment, and clearance needs.