Vehicle Racking can refer to any type of racking system which is applied to automotive vehicles. Vehicle racking is used for stacking and storage purposes on all types of vehicles from motorcycles and cars, to vans and even some trucks and lorries. The type of racking used can be as simple as a motorcycle pannier rack to a more sophisticated walk on rack for use on a large van.
Vehicle racking is required for either optimization of space, or when large and bulky items of equipment or items, cannot fit inside the vehicle.
There is a wide range of racking equipment and these can include:
Roof bars
Racking & Shelving systems
Side racking systems
Ladder systems
Walk on systems
Interior Module Systems
Vehicle racking systems need to be durable, robust, and safe to use.
They are manufactured from steel alloy or aluminium which is lightweight and corrosion resistant, and is employed in many different industries such as, plumbing, glazing, building and the leisure industry.
Aluminium racking has an obvious advantage over steel racking systems as it is around 50% lighter. This is important not only in small vehicles such as vans and estate cars, but also in much larger vehicles where payload can be a major consideration.
Another type of racking or storage system is the use of self contained units or modules. These modules consist of drawers and shelves. The frame of the unit is generally manufactured from steel alloy, whilst the drawer units may be manufactured from a tough durable plastic or steel alloy. These type of units also known as modules are very easily installed, and can save time and money, because tools and equipment are safely stored and organised, which means tools and equipment can be easily found when needed.
These types of systems are available in a huge range of designs and sizes, and can be fitted into almost any type of vehicle where a racking system is required.
Where weight considerations are not to much of a concern, stainless steel modules can be used. Stainless steel racking systems or modules are extremely robust, durable and highly corrosion resistant. The steel is generally 1mm in thickness, and it has a high recycling value when their serviceable life is over.
The appropriate racking and shelving systems can pay for themselves in just a few months through increased productivity, and less wasted and less stock, and is the safest way of protecting a vehicle. The value of the vehicle is also enhanced, as the use of interior racking/modules means there will be less damage to the inside of the vehicle.