Aluminum vs. Steel Work Van and Truck Equipment: Which Is Right for Your Fleet?
Posted by Work Van Equipment on 11/26/2025 to
Van Equipment
Aluminum is usually the better choice when reducing installed equipment weight or avoiding red rust is a priority. Steel is often preferred when a technician wants traditional, rigid construction or a lower-cost option within a comparable product line. Neither material is automatically stronger, safer, or better for every work van or truck.
The correct decision should be based on the specifications of the exact shelving unit, partition, drawer, or rack—including its weight, load rating, finish, vehicle compatibility, warranty, and installation requirements. A well-designed aluminum product may equal the listed capacity of a comparable steel product, while two products made from the same material may have very different ratings.
Attention California Customers: Installation Services Now Available!
Posted by Work Van Equipment on 4/9/2025 to
Van Equipment
Choosing shelving, a partition, or a ladder rack is only part of a vehicle upfit. You also need to confirm fitment, plan the layout, and arrange installation around your work schedule.
Work Van Equipment helps California businesses arrange professional installation of Holman van and truck equipment. Whether you need a few components or a larger upfit, our Customer Service Team can help coordinate the equipment and appointment.
Meet the New Ranger Design Trazer Truck Racks!
Posted by Work Van Equipment on 1/22/2025 to
Truck Rack
Ladders, pipe, and lumber can quickly use up a pickup bed. A truck rack gives suitable long materials a separate carrying location, leaving more room below for tools and other jobsite equipment.
The Ranger Design Trazer Truck Rack combines aluminum construction, forklift compatibility, and a modular design. It is worth considering for contractors and tradespeople who want overhead material storage with options to expand their truck setup.
The right configuration depends on your truck, bed length, typical cargo, and loading routine.
Keep Yourself Safe this Season and Beyond
Posted by Work Van Equipment on 7/26/2024 to
Van Equipment
A work van takes you between jobs with different conditions: noisy equipment, overhead work, loading areas and surfaces that require prolonged kneeling. Keeping appropriate safety gear organized helps you arrive prepared for the task.
For electricians, plumbers, carpenters and HVAC technicians, the right equipment depends on the hazards at each site. Choose protective gear around the work, its required ratings and the employer’s or site’s safety procedures.
Work Van Equipment Was At Work Truck Week 2024: Ranger Design
Posted by Work Van Equipment on 3/26/2024 to
Van Equipment
Work Truck Week gives industry professionals a chance to explore equipment that can improve the way they work. When Work Van Equipment attended the 2024 show, Ranger Design’s expanding truck equipment lineup was one of the developments that caught our attention.
That early preview has developed into the Trazer Truck Utility System: a modular combination of truck racks, toolboxes, over-the-cab extensions and canopy options. For contractors who work from a pickup, the system offers a way to organize tools and materials around the demands of their trade.
Work Van Equipment Was At Work Truck Week 2024: Holman
Posted by Work Van Equipment on 3/19/2024 to
Truck Rack
Work Truck Week brings together commercial vehicle professionals to explore equipment, technology and practical upfit solutions. Work Van Equipment attended the 2024 event to see how manufacturers were helping businesses get more from their work vehicles.
Holman was a standout, earning two Upfit Package of the Year awards and showcasing its Pro Rack. For contractors, tradespeople and fleet operators, the rack offers features designed around everyday loading, material transport and access to the truck bed.
The New Holman Pro Rack: Now Forklift Loadable
Posted by Work Van Equipment on 9/26/2023 to
Truck Rack
Ladders, pipe and lumber can quickly fill a work truck. An overhead rack provides a separate carrying location for suitable long materials, leaving more room below for tools and other equipment.
The Holman Pro Rack builds on the Pro II design with updated mounting features, loading access and optional forklift-loadable side rails. We offer configurations for different truck applications, so you can choose a setup around your vehicle and daily workload.
Upfit Your HVAC Vehicle For Success
Posted by Work Van Equipment on 8/18/2023 to
Van Equipment
An HVAC service vehicle carries more than a toolbox. Meters, gauges, replacement parts, refrigerant cylinders, recovery equipment and ladders all need a practical storage location.
Build your layout around the equipment you use most often. Keep everyday service tools accessible, separate small parts by type, secure larger equipment and preserve space for loading. We offer shelving, partitions, tank holders and ladder racks to help you create that setup.
Work Van Equipment is a Certified 5 Star Platinum Distributor
Posted by Work Van Equipment on 3/21/2023 to
Van Equipment
We’re proud to have received Ranger Design’s Certified 5 Star Platinum Distributor plaque for the second consecutive year! This recognition marks an exciting milestone for our team and gives us another reason to thank the customers who trust us with their work vehicle equipment.
Whether you’re an electrician, HVAC technician, plumber, or contractor, our goal remains the same: help you choose equipment that fits your vehicle, supports your daily work, and keeps your mobile workspace organized.
WVE Went to Work Truck Week 2023!
Posted by Work Van Equipment on 3/16/2023 to
Van Equipment
Electric work vehicles, lighter shelving, and vehicle-specific mounting solutions were major talking points during our visit to Work Truck Week 2023 in Indianapolis. Hosted by NTEA, the event brought manufacturers, equipment suppliers, and work vehicle professionals together to explore new ways to equip commercial trucks and vans.
Our team attended to see how these developments could support the tradespeople, contractors, and delivery businesses we serve. Here are the vehicle and upfitting highlights that caught our attention.
Find the Perfect Holman Rack for Your Truck
Posted by Work Van Equipment on 2/6/2023 to
Truck Rack
The right truck rack gives ladders, pipes, lumber, and other long materials a designated place above the bed. That can leave more room below for tools, supplies, and equipment you need on the job.
Choosing a Holman truck rack starts with two questions: what fits your truck, and what do you carry? A pickup with an open bed, a truck with a camper shell, and a service body may need different rack configurations. Use this guide to gather your vehicle details and compare the options before ordering.
New Accessories from Ranger Design!
Posted by Work Van Equipment on 12/2/2022 to
Van Equipment
The right roof rack accessories can make loading and securing ladders more convenient. For electricians, HVAC technicians, plumbers, and contractors, choosing compatible equipment helps turn a roof rack into a setup that supports the daily routine.
Rear rollers, ratchet straps, and ladder clamps serve different purposes. Here’s how these Ranger Design accessories compare, along with the fitment details to check before ordering.
Black Friday and Cyber Monday Sales Coming Up
Posted by Work Van Equipment on 10/20/2022 to
Van Equipment
Planning an upgrade for your work van or truck? Stay connected with us for emails about promotions, new products, and equipment updates that can help you plan your next purchase.
Whether you need better tool storage, a compatible partition, or a ladder rack, start with the equipment that addresses your daily challenges. Then compare fitment, features, and the total cost of the setup.
PayPal Credit Payment
Posted by Work Van Equipment on 9/30/2022 to
Van Equipment
Upfitting a work vehicle can involve several purchases, from shelving and partitions to ladder racks and storage accessories. If you are considering paying over time, PayPal Credit may be an option for an eligible purchase.
We accept PayPal at checkout. Financing availability depends on the options PayPal presents for your account and transaction, and credit approval is required.
Holman Pro III Cargo Rack
Posted by Work Van Equipment on 9/27/2022 to
Van Equipment
Carpenters, contractors, and mobile service professionals often carry more than ladders. Lumber, pipe, sheet goods, and other long materials can take up valuable space inside a van or truck bed.
The Holman Pro III cargo rack provides exterior support for suitable loads, leaving more room below for tools and supplies. Steel and aluminum configurations are available for specific vans and trucks, including selected camper-shell applications.
Labor Day Sale 2022
Posted by Work Van Equipment on 8/31/2022 to
Van Equipment
Labor Day recognizes the people who keep businesses and communities moving. For contractors, electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, and delivery professionals, it is also a useful opportunity to review the equipment that supports each workday.
Whether you need a complete van upfit or a few practical additions, we can help you compare shelving, partitions, racks, floors, and accessories that fit your vehicle and budget.
Are you EV ready? Summary of Work Truck Week and Green Truck Summit in 2022
Posted by Work Van Equipment on 8/25/2022 to
Truck Rack
Electric trucks, commercial vans, and fleet charging were major highlights during our visit to Work Truck Week 2022 in Indianapolis. The NTEA event gave our team an opportunity to explore vehicle developments and consider what they could mean for contractors, tradespeople, and delivery businesses.
We captured a closer look at the vehicles and technology on display. Watch our recap below, then explore the practical considerations behind choosing and equipping an electrified work vehicle.
Is an EV Work Truck or EV Work Van Right for You?
Posted by Work Van Equipment on 8/15/2022 to
Van Equipment
An electric work vehicle can be a practical choice for contractors, service technicians, and delivery businesses. The decision depends on your routes, charging access, cargo, and total operating costs.
Before replacing a gasoline or diesel vehicle, compare how an electric model would handle your busiest workday—including the equipment you carry and the time available to charge.
Electric Vehicles: Upcoming EV Cargo Vans and EV Trucks to Watch Out For
Posted by Work Van Equipment on 7/11/2022 to
Van Equipment
Electric work vans and trucks give contractors and delivery businesses another way to move tools, materials and equipment. For electricians, HVAC technicians, plumbers and local delivery teams, the right vehicle starts with a practical question: can it handle your full workday with the equipment you carry?
Compare your daily mileage, charging access, payload and storage needs before making the switch. Here is a look at four familiar electric work vehicle options, what has changed, and how to plan an upfit that supports your trade.
Authorized vs Unauthorized Sellers: Is There a Difference?
Posted by Work Van Equipment on 5/27/2022 to
Van Equipment
Comparing prices is a sensible part of buying a ladder rack, shelving package or storage system. Before choosing the lowest-priced listing, check who is selling it, what is included and whether the purchase qualifies for manufacturer warranty coverage.
An authorized dealer gives you a place to ask about vehicle fitment, equipment options and the manufacturer's support process. Those details matter when the equipment you buy needs to work reliably every day.
Kargo Master is moving forward under the "Holman" global name!
Posted by Work Van Equipment on 4/5/2022 to
Van Equipment
If you have purchased Kargo Master shelving, ladder racks or storage equipment, you may now see the Holman name when shopping for your next upgrade. Kargo Master became part of Holman's unified brand in March 2022.
For van and truck equipment buyers, the connection is straightforward: look for Holman when researching the equipment line formerly branded Kargo Master. When adding accessories or replacing parts, confirm the specific product and fitment before ordering.
2021 WVE Truck Rack Purchase Guide
Posted by Work Van Equipment on 5/7/2021 to
Truck Rack
The right truck rack gives ladders and long materials a dedicated carrying location while preserving useful space in the bed. For contractors, electricians, plumbers and other tradespeople, the best choice depends on the truck, the load and how equipment is handled each day.
Start with your vehicle configuration, bed measurements and cargo requirements. Then compare mounting methods, rack weight, clearance and total installed cost. Use the eight checks below to narrow your options before purchasing a pickup, camper shell or service body rack.
Kargo Master's New Hand Sanitation Station Now Available
Posted by Work Van Equipment on 6/23/2020 to
Van Equipment
Dirty hands are part of many service calls. A dedicated cleanup station gives contractors, electricians, plumbers and HVAC technicians a convenient place to keep water, soap and towels together between jobs.
The Holman Hand Sanitation Station, previously sold under the Kargo Master name, brings organized cleanup storage to your work van. We can help you plan its placement alongside your existing shelves and equipment.
WVE is Donating Our N95 Mask Inventory to the Healthcare Providers in the USA
Posted by Work Van Equipment on 4/6/2020 to
Van Equipment
During the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare teams faced urgent shortages of protective supplies. We responded by donating our N95 mask inventory to medical providers.
This article looks at that effort and recognizes the people who cared for our communities during a difficult time.
COVID-19 Tips and Guidance
Posted by Work Van Equipment on 3/27/2020 to
Van Equipment
Your work van travels between homes, businesses and job sites every day. Tools, packaging and work materials can quickly make the cargo area difficult to maintain, especially when several people share the vehicle.
A practical routine combines organized storage, regular cleaning and accessible handwashing supplies. We can help you build a layout that makes those habits easier to maintain throughout your workday.
