Having the proper equipment for your work van is essential for being taken seriously on the job. If your equipment is lacking, it can make you look unprepared and unprofessional.
That’s why it’s so important to have the right accessories for your work van. Whether you need to transport difficult shaped objects from A to B, or travel with a lot of tools that could do with being organised, this guide will help you find accessories to streamline your work.
These must-have work van accessories should help you get organised, improve your efficiency and work towards gaining a reputation as an expert in your field.
Below are our picks for the 8 essential van accessories that will help maximise your van's potential:
Pipe Tubes:
Pipe tubes are designed to securely carry long thin items on the top of your van – making them the perfect solution for transporting things like copper pipes, tile trims, plastic conduit and fascias.
This can help to save a lot of space inside your van, while also providing a secure way to carry these types of items safely.
Features & Benefits:
The Pipe Tube Pro is available with a PVC lining, which is handy for preventing marks and discoloration on the items you’re transporting. This product also has an O-ring seal to help prevent water entering the tube, which reduces the chances of oxidation and residue build-up.
The Pipe Tube Pro also boasts an integral locking system, which is extremely secure and creates a seamless-looking finish. Even the hinges have recently been upgraded to a new nose cone and sleeve design, making them stronger than ever.
This bit of kit looks smart and can solve all your pipe-carrying problems.
Load Stops:
Workers use load stops, often in conjunction with lashing straps for securing a load on a van.
They’re designed to help prevent the load from sliding around or falling off in transit (which could be very dangerous). This helps maintain the stability of your van and anything you’re transporting on top of it.
Features & Benefits:
Load stops are made from a hard-wearing, durable plastic and are adjustable. This allows you to change their position on your roof bars for different size loads.
Safely securing your load using load stops and lashing straps can have the added benefit of deterring thieves too. Properly secured items provide more of a challenge for opportunists looking for equipment to grab and make a quick getaway with.
Load stops are sold in pairs, and you might want to invest in more than one pair, depending on the type of loads you regularly carry.
Roof Racks:
Roof racks provide a versatile storage solution for carrying bulky items on top of your van. They allow you to carry extra equipment such as ladders safely on the roof of your van without wasting any internal storage space.
In fact, using a roof rack will maximise the storage space both inside and on top of the van.
Features & Benefits
Helpfully, roof racks are available in different shapes and sizes, meaning you can always get something that’s the perfect fit for your vehicle. Start by searching your van make and model on the homepage to see which products we recommend.
Using roof racks allows you to spread the load evenly across your van, creating more stability. They are made of lightweight, durable metal so that they can withstand holding bulky loads without the worry of adding excessive weight.
Roof racks are a great solution for carrying bulky and irregular loads that would otherwise be difficult to transport.
Tow Steps:
Sometimes referred to as "rear van access steps", tow steps help you safely gain access to the back of your van by providing a sturdy, non-slip step.
Features & Benefits:
Tow steps are essential for safely getting in and out of the back of your van. They provide a non-slip surface, which is handy for stable footing if you’re carrying large or heavy items.
Some models come with a removable centre, so they can be used with a trailer too, if needed.
Fitting tow steps can help prevent reversing accidents and can even be fitted with reversing sensors for even more peace of mind.
Ladder Stows:
A ladder stow is a must-have accessory for anyone who frequently uses ladders as part of their job. It allows the ladders to quickly and easily be loaded and unloaded from low commercial vehicles.
Features & Benefits:
Ladder stows are a secure way to transport your ladders, with the added bonus of being extremely convenient to use. Included with the stows are multi adjustable straps and buckles, meaning securing your ladder has never been easier (and they won’t budge while you’re driving).
Using low friction sliders, they provide an easy and ergonomic way to load and unload the ladders quickly, streamlining your work throughout the day.
Ladder stows are generally adjustable, so different ladder types can be used with them.
Van Racking:
Van racking is a system of shelving and sometimes modular units that help organise the inside of your van. It can be customised to your van’s measurements and your specific needs so you can get the best out of the storage system.
Features & Benefits:
A huge benefit of van racking is that it helps you keep your van so organised, you can lay your hands on what you need, when you need it.
It allows you to implement a system where everything has a place, so you don’t waste time looking for tools and equipment. This means you can keep the inside of your van tidy, and there’s less risk of items getting damaged or going missing if they’re stored properly after every use.
This will streamline your workflow and boost your efficiency.
Roof Bars:
Roof bars are a simple yet effective way of adding carrying capacity to the roof of your van. These bars are generally made up of two or more parallel bars, unlike roof racks, which are made up of several cross bars.
Features & Benefits:
Roof bars can be paired with other accessories such as pipe tubes and ladder stows to tailor your load carrying solutions on top of your van.
Like roof racks, they allow you to maximise your internal carrying capacity by creating storage on the roof.
Foor bars tend to be favoured for transporting longer, thinner objects without adding bulky weight to your vehicle.
How to Access Van-Specific Parts and Accessories on Our Website
Finding the right accessories for your van is easy. Our website allows you to pick out your exact make and model, and from there we are able to make suggestions for which accessories are right for your specific vehicle.
Our website also has a search function at the top, so you can type in what you’re looking for and we’ll take you there. Just click through to Rhino Commercial to start your search today.
Don’t forget to check out our buying guides on the blog, for more inspiration on making your van work best for you.
Our Range of Van Accessories
When you take pride in your work, it’s natural to look for ways to streamline your working day and become more efficient.
By kitting out your van with the right accessories, you can save time on the job, avoid accidents by increasing your safety at work, and protect your equipment by taking the time to properly store it.
All these little time saving hacks can soon add up throughout the day. From being able to instantly lay your hands on tools by using a van racking system, to being able to use and put away your ladders extra quickly, these minutes soon add up to hours over the month and make you look like a pro when you’re one the job.
Browse our full range of van accessories on Rhino Commercial to find solutions that will suit your make and model of van and maximise the potential of your work vehicle.
