No matter what you use your van for, be it work or home, you´ll quicky find that the more equipment, tools and gear you have, the less organized it can become and…


No matter what you use your van for, be it work or home, you´ll quickly find that the more equipment, tools and gear that you have, the less organized it can become and the more time is wasted trying to find the right tool.  This is particularly relevant when you use your van as your workplace and need to have all your equipment with you on the road.  That is why van shelving or storage systems are such a worthwhile investment in that they offer easy to locate bins, shelves and cupboards as well as keeping your equipment safe and damage free.

The most popular and versatile storage systems incorpoate shelves and racks which are attached to the interior panels of the van and can either be customized or bought of the shelf.  The shelving systems are varied in shape and size to fit any van and come in a range of storage options including shelves, racks, bars and cupboards, as well as cubby systems for tools and smaller items.

Many of the designed are manufactured from coated or galvanized steel making them durable and can include either steel drawers or plastic bins or even a combination of both.  Depending on your own personal needs, you may want to look at the following systems available on the market to see which is best for your van.

A List of Storage Systems Available:-

Side Racking Systems – Attached to the side of the van through universal mounting brackets, they consist of any arrangement of shelves, drawers, cubbies and cupboards.

Slide Out Systems – Set on rails or coasters, this systems is great for smaller vans where space is a premium.

Walk in Systems – For larger vans where conversion of the van is for an entire workshop space.

Racking systems for roof and sides -  Ideal for ladders and other equipment that may be to long for internal storage

Modular Systems - Ideal for vans that require varying storage needs and permanent shelving systems are too limiting.

Depending on your own personal needs, you may also want to investigate specific storage solutions for your van including galvanized baskets for larger tools, first aid kits and tool boxes, a rear ladder roller system or a ladder carrying frame and smaller plastic or metal cubbie systems for smaller items.

Van storage and shelving systems not only make keeping track of stock and tools much easier, but will ensure that they remain protected and secure not matter what the driving conditions are.