Ash Kidd - Electrician

Vehicle: Ford Custom

"It’s a no-brainer - when you divide the cost over the length of time you’ll have the van - 3/4 years, it works out to about £1.50 a day!"

When deciding to launch our latest innovation in van racking, the bott modulo3 range, we knew we wanted honest feedback from the tradespeople that use it. Ash Kidd is an electrician who previously used Autorack units but was impressed with the lightweight durability of our latest range.

It's a no-brainer. When you divide the cost over the length of time you’ll have the van (3-4 years) it works out to about £1.50 a day!

 

 

"What is your trade, and the make model of your van?"

 

"Electrician - Ford Transit Custom L1H1"

 

"How long have you had bott Smartvan racking?"

 

First system purchased in Feb 2019 so 2 years now.

 

"What type of van racking did you have before bott Smartvan?"

 

"Autorack shelving units - generic - did the job at the time but I didn’t know about bott back then!"

 

"How has professional van racking changed the way you work?"

 

"Increased productivity due to everything being in its place - you know straight away where to look for parts and equipment. It’s also easier to check stock levels, so saves unnecessary trips to wholesalers. Less breakages too as everything has its place, not just all chucked in the back!"

 

"What is your favourite feature or accessory of bott Smartvan van racking?"

 

"Love the new fully profiled flooring and the raised deck is brilliant as it gives you so much more floor space."

 

"How is bott modulo3 different to previous bott Smartvan racking in your opinion?"

 

"I haven’t found it hugely different - which is no bad thing! The fact it's lighter is a huge plus, as well as the new profiled floor as mentioned above. I wasn’t sure about the self-tap accessory mounts until I tried them and they really speed up installation + no support brackets for deep shelves – a big plus! I’m yet to try the main new feature being the Systainer holders, but think I’ll give one or two a try. The Powertool case holders are majorly improved with them having a smooth/solid bottom - this means my cases no longer snag when sliding them in!"

 

"Would you recommend bott Smartvan van racking to a friend or colleague?"

 

"100% and I have done! It’s not for everyone, some see it as an unnecessary expense, but for those who take that bit more pride in their work and van it’s a no-brainer. When you divide the cost over the length of time you’ll have the van - 3\4 years, it works out to about £1.50 a day!"