Bunker adds new security solutions to its van storage collection as tradespeople face ongoing concerns over tool theft in the UK.
Tool security remains a critical issue for the UK construction sector, with survey data indicating that tool theft is a major source of anxiety for 86% of tradespeople. In response to persistent break-ins targeting commercial vehicles and job sites, Bunker has expanded its Van Storage collection with new security additions designed to keep high-value kit locked down.
The updated range focuses on heavy-duty storage units engineered to fit standard commercial vehicle layouts. By expanding its dedicated van range, Bunker aims to provide tradespeople with more flexible configurations to secure power tools, hand tools, and diagnostic equipment both en route and while parked on site.
What does this mean for a UK tradesperson or DIYer actually buying this kit — does it change what they should pay, buy, or watch out for?
For self-employed tradespeople and site contractors, investing in purpose-built van storage is increasingly becoming a requirement for both insurance compliance and operational continuity. Replacing a fully stocked van of cordless power tools can cost thousands of pounds in physical gear, alongside lost earnings while waiting for replacements. Buyers looking at the new Bunker options should evaluate the internal dimensions against their primary tool stacking systems, such as Packout or TSTAK boxes, to ensure seamless integration.
When budgeting for van security, buyers should weigh the cost of internal steel storage against secondary vehicle modifications like visual deadlock upgrades. While dedicated lockboxes increase vehicle weight and take up payload capacity, they offer a crucial second line of defence if secondary door locks are bypassed. Tradespeople should check if specific storage units meet insurance-approved standards to help secure claims or potentially reduce annual premium costs.
Before purchasing new internal storage, measure your van's cargo area accurately and account for wheel arches and plywood lining. Prioritise modular steel storage units that anchor directly to the vehicle chassis rather than relying solely on plywood ply-lining fixings, ensuring maximum resistance against forced entry attempts.
Reported by Professional Builder — original article
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