Meet Farrell’s Heating and Air Conditioning, which has served Sioux City, Iowa, since 1976. Their highly trained technicians told president Richard C. Farrell Jr. that the cargo vans they’d been using weren’t the best match for their operational needs. Action had to be taken to change the vehicle type Farrell’s had relied on for far too long.
Key Takeaways
- Farrell’s acquired 4 SpaceKap units in under a year and is looking to replace its full fleet of 27 cargo vans.
- A SpaceKap unit transfers to a new pickup in approximately 90 minutes using a jack system or forklift.
- Slide-out doors let technicians access tools with both feet on the ground, cutting the climbing that caused injuries in the vans.
What problems were Farrell’s cargo vans actually causing?
When customers in rural or off-road areas requested Farrell’s services, the cargo van wasn’t the best option. Some appointments had to be canceled or postponed because a location was hard to reach with that type of vehicle.
Workers also complained that cargo vans were hard on their bodies, with all the climbing in and out needed to access tools and equipment. Injuries and chronic pain occurred regularly. And when it came time to trade the vans, resale value was low, since the whole unit had to be replaced and most had heavy mileage and considerable wear.
Farrell’s needed to be more productive and offer faster service. They found the solution in SpaceKap, and are proud to say: “You know you hired a professional when one of our new SpaceKap rigs pulls up!”
How does a SpaceKap unit handle routes a van can’t?
Farrell’s found a solution to these issues with their first SpaceKap transferable service body. With a pickup truck combined with a SpaceKap, hard-to-reach roads and rural locations are no longer an issue. When snow, slippery roads, or bad weather hit, this mobile workstation handles the situation far better than a cargo van.
How much better organized is the SpaceKap than a van interior?
Farrell’s workers reported the SpaceKap offers far better organization than the van. Storage customization and accessory options like shelving solutions and sliding trays are nearly endless. Most importantly, technicians no longer need to climb in and out of the vehicle, since everything is accessible with both feet on the ground thanks to slide-out doors that give access to tools from the outside. That reduces the risk of injuries and gets the job done faster.
How long does it actually take to move a SpaceKap to a new truck?
When a pickup truck needs to be replaced or serviced, the SpaceKap service body transfers to another pickup in approximately 90 minutes using a SpaceKap jack system or a forklift. A service van, when replaced, needs to be upfitted with new shelving and storage bins, while a SpaceKap simply flips onto the new truck. The durability and lightweight design, which also reduces fuel consumption, mean SpaceKap models are made to last across 3 to 4 pickup trucks, considerably increasing the value of the investment.
In less than one year, Farrell’s acquired a total of 4 SpaceKap units and is looking to replace its fleet of 27 cargo vans with SpaceKaps. Learn more about Farrell’s Heating and Air Conditioning or follow them on Facebook.
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Spacekap units in service with our customers.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many SpaceKap units has Farrell’s Heating and Air Conditioning bought?
Farrell’s acquired 4 SpaceKap units in under a year and plans to replace its entire fleet of 27 cargo vans.
How long does it take to move a SpaceKap unit to a new truck?
Transferring a SpaceKap unit to a new pickup takes approximately 90 minutes using a jack system or forklift.
How many pickup trucks can a single SpaceKap unit last through?
SpaceKap models are designed to last across 3 to 4 pickup trucks over their lifetime.
