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Portable Ladder Safety

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Portable design ladder as well as   custom ladder rack   safety products are intuitive and safe to use. Safe Carrying Procedures   From a Ladder Rack: Lower ladder feet to ground. Lift ladder over front hook. Place ladder on shoulder. Find the center balance. Grasp with both hands, one hand forward. Lift the feet and carry away.   From a Standing Position: Face the ladder and grab the rungs. Lower the ladder hand over hand walking backward. Once past center, turn the ladder 90 degrees onto its side. Place ladder on shoulder. Find the center balance. Grasp with both hands, one hand forward. Lift the feet and carry away.   General Ladder Safety Guidelines: Read  and follow all warning labels and instructions on your ladder Inspect the ladder prior to using it. If it’s damaged, remove it from use and make sure that it’s marked as unsafe until fixed or scrapped. Make sure ladder is free of any slippery material such as grease or oil on the rungs, steps, and fee...

What Are the Benefits of a Van Racking System?

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    Van shelving   are indispensable for tradespeople in a wide variety of sectors. On the way to the customer, they not only provide a high degree of safety; they also impress through the benefit of tailor-made solutions: with the online configurator, you can put together your own custom van racking system individually and specifically to your trade. The five advantages of a van racking system Safety and quality Tradespeople are on the move safely with a van racking system . All materials, equipment and aids are optimally stowed away and firmly anchored. Robust, built-in XL Drawers and mounted rack elements prevent sliding. In case of sudden braking manoeuvres or an accident, there is lower risk of injury thanks to van racking systems Organisation Good organisation saves you money. Tradespeople thus benefit from the modern van racking systems. Whether equipment, materials or small tools – everything is in its place and at hand. This clear organisation pa...

Ladder Racks for Vans and Trucks

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Ladder Racks can be further categorized   Drop Down Ladder Racks The Drop-Down is very easy to raise and lower. The unique ladder rack brings your ladder to a comfortable working height by positioning the ladder diagonally. Grip Lock Ladder Racks The Grip Lock firmly grips ladder rungs to prevent slipping and shifting during transport, which cuts down the risk of potential injury and damage. Utility Racks The most versatile option on the market, utility racks make the transportation of cargo, including ladders, simple and efficient.   Drop Down Ladder Racks   Constructed of DURABLE , corrosion-resistant aluminum with twist-to-adjust knobs, alurack ladder rack are designed to work easily with a wide range of ladders. Designed with YOU in mind. These ladder racks work all day, every day – just like on day one. The Drop-Down ladder rack is designed to bring your ladder to you at a low, comfortable height so you can safely load and unload it with two hands. ...

Advantages Of Adding A Cargo Van Ladder Rack To Your Fleet Vehicles

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  Adding a cargo van ladder rack to your fleet vehicles will optimize your employees’ time when it comes to loading/unloading operations and will help to ensure their safety. Al Van carries the full range of racks from Ranger Design. Upfit your fleet with one of our high quality racks, made out of aluminum and stainless steel for long lasting use.  When working in construction and other service industries, hauling ladders from fleet cargo vehicles can be tiring and even dangerous. If you are shorter or nursing an injury, loading and unloading can be much more difficult, especially if your company uses high-roof cargo vans. Since you can’t stop using ladders, what can make this part of your job easier? How can your company streamline its ladder usage in a cost-effective and efficient way? Consider installing ladder racks on fleet vehicles. Benefits of Cargo Van Ladder Racks   As a necessary tool in many service and construction industries, it’s important to ke...

Ladder Racks for Your Commercial Truck

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Whether you’re a contractor, electrician, or HVAC specialist, a high-quality ladder is an important part of your equipment inventory and an expensive investment.  If you store your ladder in the bed of your work truck, you not only take up valuable space that could be used to store other tools, you also put your investment at risk. Fortunately, Adrian Steel has a wide selection of durable ladder racks that keep your ladder safely stored on top of your commercial van .   Why Adrian Steel Ladder Racks? Not only do we offer a variety of   custom ladder rack , we also sell only the highest quality racks. Our truck ladder racks are easy to use and built to last and keep you safe by reducing the risk of injury while loading and unloading your ladder. Our most popular options for commercial pickup trucks include:   Load Runner Ladder Rack Made to use with both full and mid-sized trucks, the Load Runner looks great and works hard. Equipped with two-inch, ...

How To Choose The Right Van For Your Needs!

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If you are self-employed, have your own business or just want a van for pleasure, choosing the right  sprinter work van  can be a daunting experience. With so many different options for you to choose from, it is beneficial for you to ask yourself a few pertinent questions before you start your search. Many people think that getting the cheapest van they can find is also the better option, WRONG! Buying older cheap vans can lead to the van being a money pit, with MOT tests getting more stringent a cheap van at say £1000 can cost you £1000's more over a very short period of time.   What will I use the van for? Work or pleasure, tradesman or delivery driver everyone has a different specific need and not all vans are the same, someone who needs a van because they are a tradesman say a joiner/carpenter may only need a small van, however many joiners/ carpenters need to be able to fit a full size ineternal timber door in the rear, most small vans will not accomodate this, so th...

Commercial Cars: Keep Your Business Vehicles Up to Date

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  A business vehicle is extremely useful for many businesses. They can be used to reach clients, make deliveries, and carry equipment. They can also provide a mobile extension of some businesses, such as a restaurant or cafe. Some businesses need a fleet of vehicles to keep their operations going. If you use any vehicles for your company, you need to ensure it’s suitable for your purposes. Keeping a vehicle up to date is important if you want to get your work done effectively. Whether you have one or ten, you should do these things to ensure your vehicles remain smart and useful. New Vehicle Branding Branding a vehicle is a great idea for many businesses. There might be some occasions when you might prefer to avoid it. For example, a pet sitter might not want to advertise that a home’s occupants aren’t currently home. However, many businesses find that branding their vehicles helps to improve their business image. If you use your brand’s colors or logo, you need to ensure they...

Top Ways to Prevent Handicap Van Theft

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This time of year, your wheelchair vans may not be much of a handicap to criminals, but a tempting target. Like Santa’s sleigh, it will be full of gifts.  And if crooks see them, they and your van may “disappear” in the twinkle of an eye. Here are some tips on protecting your accessible van and the goodies inside. Remove the keys. 10 percent of vehicles are stolen with the keys still in the ignition! Lock the doors. Ensure  all  entry points are sealed, including rear hatch, moon roof, side windows, etc. When parking, avoid dark or empty streets. Find a well-lit public place or a car park protected by sophisticated security devices. Have your vehicle identification number (VIN) etched into the windows, lift or ramp and other major parts of your van and accessible equipment. It will be more difficult to resell on the black market. The following anti-theft devices may also help save money on auto insurance: Immobilizer: An electronic device that pre...

How a Ladder Rack Can Benefit Service Fleets

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When working in construction and other service industries, hauling ladders from fleet vehicles can be tiring and even dangerous. If you are shorter or nursing an injury, loading and unloading a ladder can be much more difficult, especially if your company uses high-roof fleet vans. Since you can’t stop using your ladder, what can make this part of your job easier? How can your company streamline its ladder usage in a cost-effective and efficient way? Consider installing ladder racks on fleet vehicles. Benefits of Ladder Racks As a necessary tool in many service and construction industries, it’s important to keep ladders safe and secure while driving. Here are some advantages to using ladder racks on fleet vehicles: More cargo space: Ladder racks provide more space in a fleet vehicle’s interior and eliminate the need to store ladders in the back of a van or truck bed. By using a ladder rack, there will be more interior space for storing other tools and equi...