What do you need?
The best way to determine your storage needs when selecting work van shelving is to study the van interior. A good place to start is to consider the type of work you do, the van layout and size. It’s also important to ensure that the van shelves are installed properly to prevent shifting or movement while driving or opening of the rear doors at the back of your van.
Types of shelving or van racking are available in different materials. There are metal (aluminum shelves), traditional steel shelves, plastic, or wood, and these can be designed to fit specific work van models and sizes from a Ford Transit to the Mercedes Sprinter. Some common, useful features of work van shelving include adjustable shelves, a sliding drawer, bins, and even dividers to keep items organized and secure while the vehicle is in motion. You can even have an adaptable mobile workstation if you have plenty of room.
What would make your life easier?
Take some time to think about the items you use on every job, if there are small parts it’s always handy to have close by. Which products are used rarely but are important to have on board? This process will allow you to work out how many of each product you need and if they should be closest to the door of the van for easy access or at the back. Should certain items be on a shelf or in a bin? What will move around if left uncovered? Consider also how to distribute the weight as evenly as possible.
