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How long does a refrigerated van last?

Three things wear at different rates: the van, the insulated lining and the refrigeration unit. Servicing decides how long each one lasts, more than age or mileage does. The van...

Common problems with refrigerated vans, and how to avoid them

Most refrigerated van problems are avoidable. After 50 years of selling and converting them, these are the ones we see most, and what stops them. 1. It won’t hold temperature...

Chiller, freezer or deep freeze: which temperature do you need?

Three temperature bands, three jobs: chilled at 0 to 5°C, frozen at -18°C or colder, deep freeze down to -25°C. Don’t buy short on temperature....

How long does a fridge van’s refrigeration unit last?

Servicing decides it, not age. What kills fridge units early (skipped services, dirty condensers, buying short on temperature) and how to avoid it....

What is a recessed condenser pod, and do you need one?

A recessed condenser pod sits the fridge unit down into the roofline: lower height for car parks and barriers, less drag. Spec it before conversion....

What size fridge van do you actually need?

Small, medium, MWB or LWB? Pallets, payload and the mistake people make: a longer van doesn’t always carry more. How to pick the right size....

Fridge vans for florists: heat kills flowers, and so does frost

Cut flowers travel at 2 to 5°C. Why florists need a chiller van that holds temperature both ways, summer and winter, and the spec to choose....

Do you need electric standby on a fridge van?

Electric standby runs the fridge from the mains with the engine off. When it earns its money (overnight, markets) and when to skip it (multi-drop)....

Starting food deliveries? What to know before you buy a fridge van

Register 28 days before trading, keep chilled food at 8°C or below, and size the van for the round you have. What to know before you start....

Three fridge van extras people wish they’d specced

Slab side door, recessed condenser pod, pallet protection runners: the three fridge van extras people most wish they’d specced at the start....

New or used fridge van: which is right for you?

New and used fridge vans compared, with prices from our stock, warranties, finance and a checklist for buying used....

Ford Transit Custom vs Mercedes Vito fridge van

Two of the most popular medium fridge vans compared: lengths, electric versions, prices on our stock and who each suits....