Top tips and ideas for storing tools and supplies in your van

February 7, 2017

There is a huge amount of aftermarket accessories and add-ons for vans, both for the exterior and interior, that can help not only keep you organised, but also keep your tools and supplies secure.

We take a look at Filplastic’s top storage suggestions and tips for tradesmen who spend their days working from their van:

 

1. Use wall-mounted tilt-bins
Installing wall-mounted tilt bins or shelving can help keep your van clutter free, which ultimately means you will be able to tools or supplies much faster. There are many options, and they are often designed to be on-the-move, meaning they have securing mechanisms to stop all of the contents emptying onto the floor of your van as you move from job to job.

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Product shown: Complete Tilt Bin Kit (16 Compartments)

 

2. Secure your most valuable tools and equipment
In an ideal world, tools should always be removed from an unattended van. However, this isn’t always possible. For example, you may be staying away for a job. If this is the case, the best form of protection is a security box that is designed to withstand even the most determined thief.

Security boxes are typically made of steel and all vulnerable areas are strengthened. Furthermore, they are often bolted directly to the base of a van.

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Product shown: Strongbank Ultra Secure Van Box

In addition to this, it is also recommended to have tools security marked (either professionally or with UV pens), so there is a chance they can be recovered by the police.

 

3. Store items on your van floor in organised boxes
Heavy-duty boxes with lids that can be secured, such as Loadhog Heavy Duty containers are the perfect solution for plumbers to store anything that won’t fit in what has been suggested so far.

When not in use, they can be neatly stacked inside each other to save on valuable floor-space.

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Product shown: Loadhog Heavy container with lid

 

Who are Filplastic? Filplastic are one of the UK’s leading suppliers of storage solutions and often supply tradesmen with storage solutions for their vans and warehouses.

 

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