The best van storage system for most Melbourne tradies is modular, light and easy to change.

3DPro's Pack-A-Shelf van storage system gives Milwaukee Packout boxes a proper place without the cost and delay of a full custom fitout. It’s Australian-made, supported from Melbourne and can be built around the van you already drive.

Melbourne Van Storage Options Compared

Lead times and final cost depend on the van, how much shelving you need and whether installation is required.

Choosing a Van Storage System for a Working Van

Modular suits most working vans

A full custom fitout can work.

But not every van needs one.

If you carry Packout boxes, tools and job gear that changes from time to time, modular shelving usually gives you more room to adjust the setup later.

That matters when:

• Your tools change

• The crew changes

• More Packout boxes get added

• The van is used for different jobs

• You replace the van

With Pack-A-Shelf, shelf positions can be moved without rebuilding the whole interior.

That’s the main advantage.

Use the walls properly

Van floor space fills up quickly.

Toolboxes, compressors, stock and odd-shaped gear all end up down low. Then the wall space above it gets ignored.

Shelving gets the boxes off the floor and keeps them where you can see them.

Each modular wall section has mounting holes every 15mm, so the shelf height can be set around the boxes and gear you carry.

The Full Width Shelf holds one full-width or two half-width Packout boxes.

The Half Width Shelf holds one half-width box and works well in tighter spaces or beside larger equipment.

Keep your Packout boxes secure

Loose boxes are a pain.

They move around, block the aisle and usually end up stacked in the wrong order.

Pack-A-Shelf was designed around Milwaukee Packout cases, so the shelving works with the boxes instead of treating them like generic tubs.

Less gear on the floor means less digging around and less moving boxes just to reach the one at the back.

Don’t lock the van into one layout

A custom fitout can look clean at the start.

The trouble begins when the gear changes.

A shelf gap is too small. A new case doesn’t fit. A larger machine takes over the space where a drawer unit was meant to stay forever.

Modular shelving gives you more room to fix those problems.

You can move a shelf, remove one or stack the wall sections higher.

That’s easier than cutting apart a fixed racking system.

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Made in Melbourne for Working Vans

Pack-A-Shelf is designed and manufactured in Melbourne, Australia.

The system is made from 3mm aluminium, laser cut, folded and finished in a matte-black powder coat.

We work with Melbourne tradies across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, maintenance, construction and mobile service work.

You’re not buying a generic rack that happened to fit one van in a product photo.

Send us the van make and model, a few photos and the inside measurements. We can help work out which parts make sense for the space.

Do I Need a Custom Van Fitout?

Maybe.

A custom workshop fitout can make sense where the van carries fixed machinery or specialist equipment that won’t move around much.

Most tradies don’t work like that.

Tools get added. Boxes change. Stock comes and goes. Different jobs need different gear.

That’s where modular shelving usually makes more sense.

It’s easier to change, normally costs less than a full custom fitout and may be reusable when the van is replaced.

That last part gets overlooked.

A custom fitout usually stays in the old van.

A modular shelving system may be able to move with you.

Can It Be Installed Without Drilling Holes?

That depends on the van and the mounting points already available.

Some setups can use factory holes or existing rails. Others will need proper fixings through a suitable mounting surface.

Don’t drill blind.

Check for wiring, fuel lines, airbag components and structural sections before drilling through any panel.

If the van is leased, or resale matters, tell us before the layout is planned. We can look at the least invasive option that still mounts safely.

What to Check Before Ordering Van Shelving

Measure:

• Clear wall width

• Usable height

• Shelf depth

• Door opening

• Wheel-arch position

• Existing ply lining

• Internal ribs

• Wiring and factory equipment

• Space needed for long tools or ladders

Don’t fill every wall just because you can.

Leave an aisle.

Leave room for odd-shaped gear.

Make sure there’s enough clearance above each shelf to lift the boxes out without hitting the roof.

Van Storage System FAQs

What is the best van storage system in Melbourne?

For most Melbourne tradies, a modular shelving system is the better option.

It uses the wall space properly and can be changed as the tools, boxes and stock change. Pack-A-Shelf is Australian-made, built around Milwaukee Packout boxes and supported locally by 3D Pro Melbourne.

How much does a van fitout cost in Melbourne?

The price depends on the van, the number of shelves or sliders and whether installation is needed.

A modular Pack-A-Shelf setup will usually cost less than a fully custom workshop fitout. Send us the van details and measurements and we can give you a clearer recommendation.

How long does a van fitout take in Melbourne?

A modular shelving setup is usually quicker to install than a custom-built fitout.

The exact time depends on stock availability, the size of the setup and whether any extra mounting work is needed.

Can I install my own van shelving system?

Yes, if you have the right tools, fixings and enough experience to mount it safely.

Check behind the panel before drilling. Wiring, airbags and structural sections may sit close to the mounting point.

Do I need a custom fitout or can I use a modular system?

Most tradies will get more use from a modular system because the layout can change as the gear changes.

A custom fitout is better suited to fixed machinery or specialist equipment that stays in the same place. Modular shelving is easier to adjust and may be reused in another van.

Can I fit out my van without drilling holes?

Sometimes.

Factory mounting points, rails or existing holes may be usable depending on the van. Where drilling is needed, use the right fixings and check behind the mounting surface first.

Get Your Van Sorted

A good van setup should save time.

You should be able to open the door, see what you need and grab it without moving five other things first.

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Not sure what suits your van? Book a custom design consultation and send us the van model, photos and inside measurements.