THE VAN RACKING SPECIALISTS
Two racking systems for electricians compared: a Custom L2 H1 and a Sprinter L2 H2
This page presents a comparison between two Syncro System racking solutions in different vans. While differing in design and dimensions, both solutions are intended for the same purpose: installing and servicing electrical systems.
On the one hand we have a Ford Custom L2 H1, a low-roof model with squarish lines, on the other a Mercedes Sprinter L2 H2 with a higher roof and walls that slope in more. The solutions installed in both vans demonstrate just how flexible and versatile Syncro racking really is and how easily it can adapt to any situation and requirement. The requests of both customers were satisfied with the common objective of making full use of every inch of space and saving time and money.
The purpose of liners: protect, improve, illuminate, support
Before installing any racking, Syncro’s technicians fitted interior liners in both vans. Liners serve a very important purpose: they protect the van’s original bodywork against dents and scratches and prevent the damage typically caused by spillages of water and other liquids. And that’s not all! Liners greatly improve the appearance of your van’s cargo compartment, creating a more uniform surface that is far easier to clean. Last but not least, because racking and accessories can be fixed directly to the liner panels, there is no need to drill holes in your van’s bodywork.
The floors of the Custom and Sprinter alike are protected by marble-look plywood floor liners. In the case of the Mercedes, the same material also covers the bulkhead. The walls and doors of both vehicles are lined with steel panels that are strong enough to withstand accidents.
Racking for an electrician in a low-roof Custom
The first van we look at is the 2012 model year Ford Custom L2 H1, in which the lack of space caused by the low roof is compensated for by an effective use of the bulkhead. The racking on the left consists of a floor-level compartment with a low lift-and-rotate door (a patented idea exclusive to Syncro), two configurable shelves with rear panels to stop cargo falling down behind, Multibox cabinets of transparent containers and a full-length top tray for long objects.
The racking on the right is a great example of how to save space in your van. It is very shallow in depth and follows the contours of the van’s body, with side panels that decrease in width towards the roof. All containers here are all of the transparent type, some tilting and some pull-out. There are 25 in all, many of which can be further subdivided into separate compartments.
The bulkhead is occupied by a column of four shelves, all with non-slip bottom mats and all with provision for fitting internal dividers.
The high-roof Sprinter for the other electrician
The second van is a 2018 model year Mercedes Sprinter L2 H2 with a spacious cargo compartment that the owner wanted us to transform into a mobile workshop. Here are the key features of this impressive racking system:
Left side: 10 metal drawers of different sizes, three case trays with Syncro’s patented release button for quick and easy opening, three configurable shelves, a full-length top tray and a small cabinet with four pull-out transparent containers. Floor space is shared equally between a compartment with a lift-up door and a case transport compartment with a self-locking shuttle. Two open shelves are enclosed by a combination of a lift-up and a lift-and-rotate door for easy loading and unloading. The racking on this fully equipped side is completed by a lockable locker.
Right side: here, the racking comprises a floor-level compartment with a lift-up door, six individual case trays, two specially shaped shelves for removable plastic containers, three small configurable shelves, Multibox cabinets with 10 pull-out transparent containers and a full-length top tray. What is special about this configuration is the presence of two elements arranged so that they can be used from outside the van through the side door: one is a sideways-opening drawer unit with three drawers and the other is cabinet of transparent containers.
Syncro van accessories: a whole world of functionality
With the accessories removed and only the racking left, one of these vans would lose a whole lot of essential functionality!
The Custom is equipped only with a couple of cargo retaining accessories, in particular two spray can racks and a bar rack with a lashing strap.
The Sprinter on the other hand boasts an identical bar rack with strap, two cable holders, a pull-out bench with a metal vice, a paper roll holder, a section of Syncroblock slider bar with hooks and straps, and LED tube lights under the roof.
Other accessories can be added at a later date too. Browse the most popular accessories with Syncro customers here.
Two vans with customised but similar roof rack solutions
The equipment installed in both vehicles is designed to satisfy the needs of electricians, so it is no surprise that both are fitted with a roof rack. That on the Custom consists of cross bars, side fences and a rear loading roller. That on the Sprinter consists only of aluminium cross bars.
Whatever type of Syncro System roof rack you choose to install, the first cross bar is always fitted with Syncro’s exclusive Ultrasilent noise-reducing profile. This specially shaped strip of rubber breaks up the air flow under the rack, reducing noise and vibration and improving comfort on the road.
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If you have got this far, you are probably an electrician or systems technician. If you would like to see other van racking solutions for your trade, browse this page.
If you are more interested in seeing racking solutions for the Custom, start here.
If you drive a Sprinter, this is the page for you.