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A Beginner's Guide To Choosing The Right Ladder Rack For Your Van

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Selecting the right ladder rack for the van is a crucial decision that can greatly impact your efficiency and safety, especially if your work involves transporting ladders and other large equipment.  Here's a beginner's guide to help you navigate the process and make an informed choice. Know Your Van Model: Begin by identifying the make and model of your van. Different vans have different roof structures and dimensions, and a well-fitted ladder rack is essential for optimal safety and functionality. Make sure to choose a ladder rack that is specifically designed for your van's make and model. Consider the Type of Ladder: Ladders come in various sizes and shapes, and your choice of ladder rack should accommodate the type of ladder you commonly use. Some racks are designed for extension ladders, while others may be better suited for step ladders. Ensure that the rack's design and size match the dimensions of your typical ladder. Determine Load Capacity: Evaluate the load...

Benefits of Ladder Racks

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  Ladder racks for vans seem like an easy on-the-go accessory for many work vans and trucks. But are they right for your business and vehicle? Let’s take a look at the benefits of a ladder rack for your commercial vehicle. Increase in Cargo Space Ladder racks are an easy way to extend the cargo space on your commercial vehicle. Storing a large ladder or step stool inside your work van or truck bed can mean losing a few feet of space. This could mean losing other materials for your jobs or removing occasional tools when you may need them. But with a ladder rack, your commercial vehicle can store those tools and be ready for anything. Makes the Job Easier When you use a ladder rack to help you transport and load your ladder, you don’t waste time struggling with your equipment. You and your workers will arrive at the job site to unload your equipment and will be done in no time. Storing Securely A ladder is an essential piece of equipment for you and your business. But this doesn’t m...

The Benefits Refrigerated Vans Can Have For Your Business

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The use of temperature-controlled vehicles is increasing in popularity year on year. Many businesses now rely heavily on refrigerated vans for the transportation of food, flowers, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and many other goods. The nature of the vehicles allows drivers full control over how their goods are handled and ensure that their product is delivered safely, securely, and in perfect condition. For small businesses, investing in this type of vehicle long-term isn’t always a viable option due to budget restraints, and in some cases it’s not always possible to know if the up-front investment will be worth it or not. This is why more and more companies are heading towards short or long-term leasing, to take the stress and hassle out of the process themselves. If you’re not sure how refrigerated vans can benefit your business, we’re here to give you the rundown on the key elements of the vehicles themselves, and also why renting could just be the perfect investment for your company...

Benefits of Refrigerated Trucks in Transporting Perishable Goods

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The last thing any business owner wants is for their perishable goods to spoil and expire during delivery. You should use a refrigerated truck whenever you need to transport products that are susceptible to the elements. Read on to learn more about the benefits of refrigerated trucks  in transporting perishable goods. What Is Perishable? Perishable products are those that you must keep within a specific temperature range to prevent them from spoiling or losing their integrity. For example, perishable foods like meat, dairy, and seafood are likely to deteriorate, rot, or become dangerous to ingest if you don’t keep them refrigerated at 40°F or below or frozen at 0°F or below. Many kinds of medication need to stay at a specific temperature range as well. Otherwise, they become unstable. How to Transport Perishable Goods The best option for transporting perishable goods is to use refrigerated trucks and vans. Refrigerated trucks feature internal cooling systems that keep their trailer...

TRUCK BED COVERS

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Truck bed covers can protect your  cargo van  from the elements and preserve the integrity of the bed itself. Flat covers are the most common types of covers and come in a variety of options depending on your budget and needs. Hard and Soft Folding Some of the most popular covers on the market, these are incredibly easy to use. If you need to be ab le to get in and out of your truck bed quickly, folding truck bed covers are a great option for you. Hard covers also add an extra element of security to your truck and are useful in harsher climates. Additionally, they sit flush to the truck bed, giving them a clean appearance. Rolling Rolling covers provide access to the entire truck bed when rolled all the way back, making them especially useful for truck owners who need to haul tall items. They also provide decent protection from weather. There are five primary types of rolling covers: Snap Velcro Vinyl Aluminum Polycarbonate Custom Covers These types of truck bed covers are ide...

What Vehicles Can Be Wheelchair Accessible?

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What vehicles can be wheelchair accessible? There are a range of wheelchair accessible vehicle types available on the market ranging from minivans and full size vans to SUVs, trucks or even smaller sedans. But, the most commonly converted vehicles are minivans and full-size vans including models like the Chrysler Pacifica,  Dodge Grand Caravan , Honda Odyssey, Toyota Sienna, GMC Savana, Chevy Express, Dodge Ram Promaster, Ford Transit and more. converted  handicap vans  and which vehicle models are best for wheelchairs. Common Wheelchair Accessible Conversion Models As I mentioned earlier, minivan and full-size van models are the most commonly converted vehicles. But why are these the most popular vehicle option for wheelchair users? One big factor is that side-entry vehicles, like minivans and full size vans, have the interior height to allow for a wheelchair user to remain in their chair when entering and exiting the vehicle. These vehicle models also allow a wheelchair...

Benefits of Ladder Racks

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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 cost-effectively and efficiently? Consider installing a  custom ladder rack  on fleet vehicles. Ladder racks aren’t all built the same. A quality ladder rack will have a larger price tag, but it will be more reliable and durable. Ladder racks also come in many shapes and sizes. No matter the type of fleet vehicle you drive, there is a ladder rack suited to fit your vehicle’s needs. Ladder racks increase productivity by streamlining ladder use. By reducing time spent loading and unloading a ladder, workers can remain focused on getting the job done. Safety is another im...