Keeping your Tools Secure over Winter
Tool theft from vans that have been broken into, is still a major issue throughout the UK. If you are an independent tradesperson or work for a company, keeping your tools safe is always a constant worry when parking up your van overnight.
Tool Theft Statistics
A van is broken into and tools are stolen every 23 minutes. That equates to around 62 thefts everyday in the UK just for tools from a van.
Tools that are stored in a van or vehicle overnight will always carry that high value, sometimes tools may also hold a sentimental value to them. When tools and equipment are stolen it can be devastating financially and psychologically. It may lead you to be out of work for a few weeks whilst all the paperwork is completed with the insurance company or finding adequate tool replacements at a significant cost to yourself.
Our Recommended Tool Storage Boxes
See our Top 5 Tool Security Products that we recommend at SimplySafes to keep your tools secure overnight.
1 – Armorgard TrekDror TKD1
The TrekDror from Armorgard has an excellent design and is ideal to keep tools and any valuable equipment secure overnight. The TrekDror also has a list of optional extras that can be purchased.
Pros
- Drawer slides out to 80% depth
- 2 x highly secure, keyed alike 5-lever deadlocks
- Robust corrugated 1.5mm steel casing for durability and strength
- Unique bearing and roller system which allows smooth sliding action
- Designed so that it fits between most wheel arches
- Floor fixable using pre-drilled holes
Cons
- No fixing kit supplied
2 – Van Vault Slider
The Van Vault Slider - Secured by Design and Sold Secure Tested is a new improved model based on the original best selling Slider. It has been designed so that items can be stacked on top ensuring you do not lose valuable space in your van.
Pros
- 70mm Anti-pick, anti-drill and anti-rust stainless steel disc padlock
- Robust corrugated 1.5mm steel casing for durability and strength
- Secured by Design – Police preferred specification
- Heavy duty roller bearings combined with full drawer runners
- Supplied with fitting instructions and bolts - M10 bolts and shear nuts supplied
3 – Van Vault Stacker XL
The Van Vault Stacker XL - Secured by Design and Sold Secure Tested is a space saving secure van storage tool box. Inside you will find a soft foam insert to protect your tools while being stored. The smooth action drawer features heavy duty roller bearings.
Pros
- 70mm Anti-pick, anti-drill and anti-rust stainless steel disc padlock
- Fitted with the NEW Vaultlock locking system and supplied with three Van Vault dimple style keys
- 4 Reinforced fitting points in the base
- Fully phosphated anti-corrosion protection
- Heavy duty roller bearings combined with full drawer runners
- Soft foam insert protects tools from being damaged when stored
4 – Van Vault Mobi
The improved Van Vault Mobi complete with docking station has now been certified by Secured by Design and the whole range conforms to a Police Preferred Specification. It has also been tested by Sold Secure to the Silver standard Security Cabinets for added peace of mind that your tools are secure.
Pros
- Reinforced lid protects against car jack or crowbar attacks
- Securely locks to docking station for when tools are not in use
- Fitted with the NEW Vaultlock locking system and supplied with three Van Vault dimple style keys
- 70mm Anti-pick, anti-drill and anti-rust stainless steel disc padlock
- Constructed from 2mm steel
- 4 Reinforced fitting points
5 - Armorgard OXBOX OX1 Van Tool Storage Box
The OxBox from Armorgard is an easy to use storage box to securely store your tools and equipment. It has been well designed and offers good protection against theft. This model features a centrally located gas strut to make it easy to open and also benefits from a lid stay to keep it open when in use.
Pros
- Comes with 5 lever deadlock – 2 keys supplied
- Heavy duty steel plate construction with durable powder coated finish
- Floor fixable using pre-drilled holes - fixings not supplied
- Gas struts are designed to to assist with the opening and closing of the box
- Two metal welded carry handles
- Features welded serial numbers to assist with getting replacement keys
Cons
At SimplySafes we have an excellent range of tool security products that are specifically designed to protect your tools and equipment.
Contact Us
If you would like some further advice on selecting the best tool storage unit then please contact our helpful sales team here.
