Refrigerated Van
A Guide to Buying a Refrigerated Van
When it comes to purchasing your first refrigerated van, it’s not exactly black and white. There are so many different van types and models out there with different specifications suited to different uses. So how do you choose which refrigerated van is best for your business? That’s where we’re here to help run through some…
Read MoreTips for Your First Time Driving a Van
It can be nerve-wracking driving a large vehicle for the first time. Whether you’ve got a new job that requires you to drive a van, or simply find you need more space. There are a few things you can do to minimise your worry when on the road and help you approach this new venture…
Read MoreWhy Should You Convert an Existing Van?
A refrigerated van conversion is simply making a van that wasn’t refrigerated, into a van that now has that capacity, by adding a refrigeration or freezing system to it. This means that you no longer have to buy a whole new van to have refrigeration services built-in, you can use your existing vehicles and convert…
Read MoreWhat is Overnight Standby and Do you Need it?
Stand-by facilities allow a van to keep refrigeration systems running while the engine remains off. It is a system that uses electrical and mains power to work, either a generator or the mains can be used to keep the stand-by facility working. An overnight standby system is an electrical plug-in facility, which can be added…
Read MoreThings To Look For In A New Refrigerated Vehicle
Does your business rely on having refrigerated transport to help you transport goods from A to B? If so, choosing a reliable, efficient and effective refrigerated vehicle should be high on your priority list. Whether you are looking for refrigerated vehicle hire or looking to purchase a fridge van conversion here are some things you…
Read MoreDual Temperate Refrigerated Vans And Their Uses
The EU and UK Legislation for the transport of perishable foods states “that manufacturers should have suitable temperature controlled handling and storage facilities that can maintain food at appropriate temperatures and enable these temperatures to be monitored controlled and recorded. There are also specific temperature requirements for chilled and frozen food products.” Source – http://www.grimsby.ac.uk/documents/defra/trns-refrigeenergy.pdf…
Read MoreHire Refrigerated Vans this Christmas and Boost your Sales
The lead up to Christmas can be a busy time for businesses with consumer demand likely to increase. In particular, the food industry sees unprecedented growth in November and December with food festivals, Christmas parties and of course Christmas dinner becoming top priorities. For the purpose of this entry, we show you how refrigerated van…
Read MoreRodda Adds New Vehicles to its Fleet!
Clotted cream producer Rodda have updated their current fleet with four new Isuzu Forward 7.5 tonne trucks. Taking their transport force to 18 vehicles that includes a mix of Isuzu, Mitsubishi, Iveco and Volkswagen the new trucks will help transport 220 million portions of clotted cream around the United Kingdom that is produced by Rodda.…
Read MoreWho Needs A Refrigerated Van?
With summer just around the corner, having a vehicle that can keep products chilled and frozen is important for a lot of businesses out there. Fishmongers, event caterers, mobile chefs and butchers are among perfect fits for refrigerated vans. Even florists can benefit from our van rental because they can keep their flowers lasting fresher…
Read MoreRoad Safety Of Your Refrigerated Transport
Different speed limits apply when driving a refrigerated truck/ vehicle that is under 7.5 tonnes. See below for a basic guidance on refrigerated vans speed limits on different roads. However please be mindful you should always be aware of other speed restrictions that might be in place. Housed areas / areas with street lamps– 30…
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