Commercial Van Solutions

You pull up to a jobsite and need to retrieve something from your vehicle. Unfortunately that something is obstructed by your ladder that is stored in the bed space of your work truck. So instead of getting what you need right away, you are stuck with removing your ladder to get to it. Your ladder is a vital piece of equipment so it has to stay on your vehicle but it constantly is in the way forcing you to waste time. You begin to wonder, isn’t there a better way to store my ladder? Of course there is. Regardless if you work out of a pickup, service body, utility body or flatbed there are options to efficiently store ladders. Read on to discover how. Material Rack For pickups, service bodies and flatbeds turn to a versatile material rack to store your ladder. While material racks are typically utilized to haul material (think wood, pipes, rebar and more) they are more than capable of handling your ladder as well. If you have more than just a step ladder to bring along...

  Thinking about upfitting your commercial van? Van Products offers the largest inventory of van shelves and van shelving for commercial upfits. As an authorized dealer of industry leader, Adrian Steel, we can confidently guarantee that you are getting the best van shelving possible.  Benefits of Van Shelves in Commercial Upfits Customized Shelving Options Every van is different. Customize your van shelving how you like it and in a way that differentiates your business from others. We know that different businesses require different configurations to accommodate tools, equipment, products, paperwork and more. This is why we ensure that our shelving can be custom fit to your commercial van. Better Organization & Security There's nothing worse than driving around and opening your van to find that items have shifted or fallen. The customized van shelving options allow you to keep heavy equipment, sharp tools, papers, products and more safe and secure. The rig...

  Everything from wheelchair lifts to safety belt placement determines the overall safety of a wheelchair accessible van. Many vans advertised as ‘wheelchair safe’ are anything but. Look out for these safety features in order to identify if a wheelchair van is truly safe or not. Van Wheelchair Lifts Proper wheelchair lifts are necessary to safely get passengers into the vehicle without causing further harm or discomfort. The training, strength, experience and sensitivity of the team tasked with transferring the patient is equally important. Safety Belt Placement Actual placement of the safety belt will impact if a van is safe or not for wheelchair transportation. The safety belt should not gap between the belt and the passenger’s body. Otherwise, the passenger can easily slip beneath the belt in an accident and become a free flying object in the car. A belt that does not fit snug around the hips can also cut directly into a passenger’s body during a crash, causi...

    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...

    The demand for van upfitting is growing day by day and customers select a pickup or service body truck for a mobile service application. Few commercial van options are available in the North American Market – three full-size vans and one compact van. And this number is increased more than doubled to 10 van models. These models provide a wider range of roof heights, wheelbases, payload capacities and engines for fleet managers to choose from.  We noticed that most of the customers switching from pickup trucks to vans because there is more demand for vans especially small vans and euro-style full-size vans. Below are given some new trends that are popular in commercial van upfits.  Rightsizing the van to the job Fleets give more importance to their business and focused on selecting the right size van. With greater options, they choose a more effective tailor vehicle that increases efficiencies and lower operational costs. How to upfit a van: Expan...

      Since the outbreak of COVID-19, people have found themselves with more free time to take up a hobby or work on a project. That being said, now is the perfect time to complete those vehicle upgrades you have not had time for in the past. This includes installing LED lights in your cargo van to add more style and color. Gather your supplies A majority of LED lighting kits come with everything you need in terms of materials, including light strips, cords, and remotes. In our opinion, the best LED lights are ones that offer a color gradient or change color based on the music. You will also need a variety of other tools and supplies to get the job done. This could include glue, electrical tape, zip ties, and/ or Velcro strips. Pick your location For the best results, you want to choose a location where the LED light strips are only visible when turned on. This means under the dash, under seats, or on the ceiling. But the best part about this process is ...

  Whether you’re a small business owner running a mobile service or a large company with a fleet of vehicles servicing an extended region, one thing is certain — your work vans are vital to your business. But, for them to serve you well, they need to be properly outfitted. One essential upgrade you may have overlooked is a van bulkhead. We know that cargo van bulkheads make work vehicles more organized and efficient. As a business owner, you know the importance of organization and efficiency to your bottom line. If you haven’t done so already, you should consider installing bulkheads in your vans. What Is A Van Bulkhead? Excellent question! A cargo van bulkhead is a partition typically made from steel, perforated steel or wire. This partition is installed directly behind the seats and can have a small pass-through door, allowing workers and drivers to access the van’s cargo area from the cockpit. All My Equipment Is Secured. Why Do I Need A Van Bulkhead? It ...