Van
Security
Security on modern new vans is way better
than in
the
past. Most models include immobilisers and good quality door locks as
standard and solid rear doors and full height bulkheads as options as
well as concealed storage areas and central locking. However, you can
never be too secure so you may want to make the potential
thief’s
job even harder.
Physical Deterrents
Windows in rear doors can be protected with
clear
or
tinted laminate or punched steel grilles. Plastic roof extensions can
be lined with wire mesh and full height bulkheads can create a safe
cell.
Security Locks
Electronic locks can be mounted on the
inside of
loading
doors, you can add high security armoured barrels and if you make a lot
of deliveries you could consider slamlocks which with a quarter turn of
the key automatically lock the door the next time you shut it.
Deadlocks can only be opened with a key, stopping thieves from opening
the doors by jiggling the lock’s internal mechanism. Systems
which automatically lock all doors ten seconds after you’ve
left
the van are also available.
Items on the Roof
If you carry items such as ladders on the
roof
then they
can be secured with padlocks. If you regularly transport items such as
copper tubes which are too long to fit inside the van then a pipe tube
with lockable caps at each end can prove to be a wise investment
(don’t forget to lock the tube to the roof rack!).
Alarms
Alarms can be triggered by a variety of
sensors
–
contact switches for doors, ultrasonic detectors for windows and even
passive infrared sensors which pick up a thief’s bodyheat!
The
type you need will depend on your van, your cargo and your budget so
it’s best to discuss options with your sales advisor.
Immobilisers
An immobiliser disables a variety of
functions
–
electronic diesel control, starter motor, fuel system, handbrake and so
on - so the van won’t move. Most new vans have an immobiliser
as
standard but if yours doesn’t then you should consider
fitting
one. Sophisticated models which set themselves automatically and can be
integrated with a panic alarm cost about £350.
Trackers
Tracking device help police in recovery of
stolen
vehicles and can also help keep your insurance premiums down! Trackers
send a silent signal so a thief won’t know he is being
tracked
until it’s too late. Prices vary between £300 and
£700 depending on the system’s sophistication and
once it
is installed you need to budget about £120 per annum for a
subscription to the tracking company.
Identification
If your van stands out then it’s
less
likely to be
nicked. Odd strong paint colours affect a van’s second hand
value
so how about distinctive sign writing or even wrapping your van in
vinyl – you can easily remove it when you want to sell it. A
note
of caution – consider what you have sign written so as not to
advertise to the world that you are carrying valuables.
Are you confused by
all
these security options, don't worry, just call us for a free
consultation.
Tel:
0845 643
0137
Email:
sales@vantastec.co.uk
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