Big vehicles often come with ladders for access – tankers and transporting vehicles have a ladder that provides access to the top of the vehicle, while camper vans also have a rear-mounted ladder which allows the owner access to the roof storage.  Standalone ladders are also used to access vehicles; our tanker ladders can be wheeled alongside the vehicle to provide access to the top, while our lorry ladders connect with the rear of a lorry to provide easy access in and out of the lorry bed.

Large HGVs and tractors also have ladder, but built into the cab to make entering and exiting the vehicle much easier – these vehicles have a very elevated driving position and their sheer size means some form of height access method is needed.  Even some smaller vehicles, like transit vans or 4x4s, have one or two steps that make getting in and out easier.

There is one aspect of vehicle access that hasn't always had a clear path, and that is getting in and out of (as well as loading and unloading) flat-bed pickup trucks.  A new aftermarket toolbox is addressing this need.   The Decked truck tool box is ideal for tradespeople, farmers and outdoorsy types, as it is a secure way of storing tools and equipment that doesn't need to be removed and lugged indoors every night for security's sake. 

The heavy duty lid has been designed with a gasket and a locking system that minimises pry points; it has been described as bombproof, so it's definitely secure enough for whatever you need to take with you, whether that's rifles and knives for game hunting or construction tools for a building project.  It is waterproof, so there's no worry about anything inside getting damaged or wet, so if you're out all day the Decked truck tool box is perfect for storing a dry set of clothes to change into.

The best feature of this tool box is the integrated ladder which folds out from the top of the box.  This short but sturdy ladder provides no-hassle access to the tools inside and can also be used to transfer into the truck bed, or reach items inside it, without over-stretching or having to climb in yourself.  The ladder access method also keeps your clothing away from the side of your truck, which may well be dirty and muddy.

Unfortunately this tool box isn't available in the UK yet but with many stockists of Decked truck storage solutions out there, it is only a matter of time before it comes to our shores.  In the meantime, a telescopic ladder is the ideal solution for easy, quick access to truck beds and toolboxes.  Telescopic ladders are very small when stowed so they can easily slip under the passenger seat.  You can deploy as many rungs as you need to reach your truck, and the ladder may come in very handy around the home and in unforeseen emergencies where a ladder is needed.  Telescopic ladders are being developed and improved all the time, so even if you've discounted them before, have a look at our current range, you may be pleasantly surprised.