Frequently asked questions about commercial van fit-out

Yes, almost certainly: our fit-outs fit virtually every make and model of van, from a compact L1H1 to a large L3H3. The layout is drawn up to suit your vehicle and your work, with millimetre precision around wheel arches, door openings and fixing points. Not sure about your model? We know the dimensions of every van.

We fit out vans of virtually every common brand: including Citroën, Fiat, Ford, Iveco, KIA, MAN, Maxus, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Opel, Peugeot, Renault, Toyota, Volkswagen and BYD, in all length and height combinations. We also measure up older or less common models and fit them out to match. On the brand pages you will find the models and points of attention for each brand.

Yes, our fit-out can go into a leased van: the modules are fitted to the vehicle's original mounting points and can be fully dismantled, so you hand the van back neatly at the end of your contract. Agree the conditions with your leasing company beforehand; we will provide the technical documentation.

Yes, our fit-out can go into an electric van: it is installed on the original mounting points, without touching the battery or the on-board electronics. For electric models we recommend aluminium, because it is up to 30% lighter than steel at the same strength. That way you keep payload and range for your work.

A fit-out hardly costs you any range if you build light: aluminium modules weigh up to 30% less than steel at the same sturdiness and anchoring. Every kilo you don't haul along is a kilo your battery doesn't have to move. Together with you, we look at how much weight you can save compared with your current or planned fit-out.

No, quite the opposite: a smart fit-out gets up to 40% more usable load space out of the same van. Cabinets and racking use the walls and the height, floor drawers use the space under the load floor and a roof rack takes over the long, light material. We draw up the layout beforehand, so you see exactly how much free floor you have left.

Yes, our fit-out moves with you to your next van: the system is assembled with screws and can therefore be taken apart. When you change vehicle, your cabinets, drawers and racking are dismantled and rebuilt in your new vehicle with adapter pieces, even if it is a different make or size. Your investment thus lasts longer than your van.

No, installing our fit-out does not mean drilling into your bodywork at random: the modules are anchored to the mounting points the manufacturer itself provides in the vehicle. That keeps the intervention in your van minimal and the fit-out can be fully dismantled. That is a big advantage with a leased vehicle and it protects the resale value when you sell.

Yes. We fit to the mounting points the manufacturer itself provides in your vehicle, so your van's factory warranty remains valid after installation.

The best moment to plan your fit-out is together with the order of your new van: the installation is then reserved right after your delivery date and you start without losing a single day. Want to be able to drive off fitted out straight away? We schedule the installation shortly and directly after your van is delivered. Discuss that scenario beforehand with the seller of your van and with us; in consultation, more is often possible than you think.

Yes, a fit-out also fits in a small van, and that is exactly where it makes the biggest difference: in a compact L1H1, the walls, the height and the space under the floor are relatively worth the most. Made-to-measure cabinets use the full height and a floor drawer turns the dead space under the load floor into a pull-out storeroom. We measure your vehicle and design the layout to measure.

How long the installation takes depends on your fit-out. A smaller fit-out we fit quickly; a complete fit-out usually takes around two working days. After you accept your quote, we usually schedule the installation within about two weeks, so you are soon on the road with your fitted-out van.

Our fit-out is installed by our own fitters, not by you with an instruction manual. We take care of the whole process: advice, measuring, layout design and installation. That way you can be sure everything is anchored in line with the certification.

Yes, the layout of your fit-out is tailored to your trade and your work sequence: what you need on every job goes at the front and within easy reach. An electrician gets small-parts sorting and reel holders, a plumber pipe troughs, a courier sorting racks in route order. We go through your typical working day and draw up the layout accordingly.

Yes, adding parts is always possible: our system is modular, so new cabinets, drawers or holders click into the existing fit-out. Extending is also faster than the first installation, because the base system is already in place. One visit to us is usually enough to update your fit-out.

Yes, the layout of our fit-out can be rearranged when your work changes: you move or replace modules without replacing the existing fit-out. If you get new tools, your team grows or you change speciality, the fit-out simply grows with you. That way your fit-out always keeps fitting your work, rather than the other way round.

No, you normally lose no working days because of the installation: a standard fit-out we fit quickly; a complete fit-out is usually ready within two working days. You simply schedule it for a day that suits you, and for larger bespoke work you get a clear schedule beforehand so you know exactly when your van will be ready.

Yes, every fit-out of ours is certified: TÜV GS, ECE R17 and CE, and crash-tested at 50 km/h. The modules are anchored to the mounting points of your vehicle, so the whole thing stays in place even when fully loaded. In an inspection or a dispute after damage, you stand considerably stronger with those certificates than with a self-build.

Yes, in an emergency stop our fit-out stays in place: the system is crash-tested (TÜV GS, ECE R17, CE) and professionally anchored to the mounting points of your van. The drawers lock while driving, so they can't slide open. If you also want to secure loose cargo, combine the fit-out with lashing rails, lashing bars and straps.

Yes, load securing is a legal requirement: your load must stay in place while driving and this is checked at roadside inspections. A loose or poorly secured load can result in a fine and makes you liable in the event of damage or an accident. With a TÜV GS- and CE-certified system of lashing rails, bars and straps, built in line with the European directive 2014/47/EU, you meet that obligation without having to think about it on every trip.

A loose load in a van is one of the biggest risks on the road: according to the European Commission, loose or poorly secured loads are involved in 25% of road accidents with commercial vehicles. In an emergency stop, an unsecured cabinet or machine shoots forward, straight towards the cab. A certified fit-out with load securing keeps everything in place, trip after trip.

A certified, professionally fitted system strengthens your case in any dispute after damage: it shows in black and white that, as a professional, you did what you could to secure your load. For the specific terms of your policy, it is best to check with your insurer. We provide you with all the documentation for the fitted system.

A bulkhead is the last barrier between your load and your cab in a collision or emergency stop: our bulkhead is tested for impact loads and anchored to the bodywork. It is shaped exactly to the cab wall of your model, so you lose no load space. If you also secure your load at the source with load securing, the blow never even comes.

Your tools are stored neatly and securely in the drawers, with safety stops so nothing slides out while driving. The drawers themselves cannot be locked. For security, rely on the locks of your van itself, combined with a good working habit: do not leave valuable tools unattended in the van.

No, a self-built wooden fit-out is not safe for everyday professional use: it is not crash-tested, is rarely anchored properly and slides forward in an emergency stop. Wood is also considerably heavier, so you give up payload. A certified fit-out (TÜV GS, ECE R17, CE) is secured according to the rules: safer on every trip and stronger in any dispute after damage.

Yes, our fit-out is just as safe in an electric van: every fit-out is crash-tested (TÜV GS, ECE R17, CE) and professionally anchored, in electric models too. The installation is made to measure for your model, without touching the battery or the on-board electronics. Everything stays firmly in place, even in an emergency stop.

On every fit-out from us you get a full 5-year fit-out warranty, from the biggest cabinet to the smallest holder. That warranty runs through us as the official Belgian distributor, so you have one point of contact for your entire load space. That way you know in advance exactly where you stand, in writing.

If something on your fit-out breaks, simply contact us. We arrange the repair and carry it out. If the defect falls within the 5-year fit-out warranty, it costs you nothing.

Yes, parts for our fit-outs remain available for years, including for older systems. A worn guide, divider or panel can therefore be replaced without renewing the whole fit-out. That way your system stays fully usable for its entire lifespan.

After installation, Guntro remains your permanent point of contact: for repairs, extensions, parts and advice. So you do not have to call a factory abroad; we arrange everything close to you. If you change vehicles, we also support the transfer of your fit-out.

Yes, the 5-year fit-out warranty covers your entire fit-out: cabinets, drawers, racking, roof racks, load securing and accessories. For built-in third-party systems, such as the Clayton Power energy system, the exact warranty period is confirmed in your quote. That gives you one warranty and one point of contact for your whole load space.

Yes, our fit-out generally outlasts your van: the system is fitted with screws and simply moves with you to your next vehicle when you change vans. Parts remain available for years and the modular system is rebuilt in your new van with adapter pieces. Your investment pays off across several vans.

Yes. A van fit-out is 100% deductible as a business expense. Feel free to ask your accountant for the details for your situation.

Once you have accepted the quote, we generally schedule the installation within about two weeks. A full fit-out of the whole van usually takes us about two working days.

Yes, that is possible. Do check with your leasing company what is expected when the vehicle is returned.

Both are possible. We remove an existing fit-out and, if you wish, transfer your fit-out to your next van. This is done on a time basis, charged on the hours actually worked.

A fixed fit-out is regarded as load under Belgian law. At the inspection, your van is weighed complete, including the fit-out. So stay within the maximum permitted weight of your vehicle.

Yes. Every customer receives a 3D design of the fit-out beforehand, so you know exactly how your van will be laid out before we start.