Having adequate heating in your van can be a dealbreaker for life on the road. There’s nothing worse than a poor night’s sleep because you are too cold. While you are driving, you can use the van’s heaters to keep you warm but after the van is turned off, the bitter cold starts to set […]
So you think you’re ready to start vanlife? There are many things to consider, so many in fact that it could seem overwhelming. Your budget, your lifestyle, your specific travel destinations, etc. You might want to be a weekend warrior or live only part of the year in your van. All of these factors determine […]
It all began back in 1989 with a need. The tree seedling survival rate was not increasing due to insufficient care and handling during transport from nurseries to the planting site. Specifically, the latter part of the journey. The solution was found by a collaboration of efforts. Participants include: Jeff and Bob Engelland – Tufport […]
All units must comply with Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) in Canada and Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) in the USA. The oldest method consists of a wood frame covered by a multi-piece outer aluminum skin, insulated and with wood panelling on the interior. This is held together by staples, nails, wood glue, […]
When you think of a medical mobile treatment center, you probably think of an ambulance first. Emergency medical vehicles are one way to transport injured workers or event attendees, but a medical mobile treatment center offers even more than transportation. With the appropriately equipped truck slide-in, a four-wheel drive pick-up truck can be transformed into […]
Rescue vehicles are specialty vehicles designed to provide access to specialized equipment necessary in a variety of emergency and rescue situations. Examples of situations in Canada that require rescue vehicles are: 1) Traffic collisions requiring extraction. 2) Building collapses. 3) Confined space rescue. 4) Rope rescues. 5) Swift water rescues. 6) Firefighting equipment. 7) Emergency […]
You’re interested in a truck slide-in unit but you aren’t sure about the expense – is this an investment that will really help your business? If you are considering commercial truck caps and whether or not they will be worth it to you, consider all of the benefits of a truck slide-in unit. Commercial truck […]
Tufport slide-ins work on any full-size pickup truck. Just think of what you can do with it. Camping / Fishing Recreational outdoor vacations Mobile treatment centers Concrete or saw-cutting business Hauling produce or any refrigerated items Logging operations 4-wheel drive vehicles Kayaking Snowmobiling Slide-in units are lightweight and durable in all kinds of weather […]
Tufport slide-in units are the ultimate modular solution for a multifunctional vehicle. The modern working environment requires flexibility – particularly for small businesses, or people with more than one string to their bow. Imagine a family – they run a small horse farm, have a gardening business, do ornamental tile-work and like to go camping. […]
Many Canadians take access to healthcare services for granted. If you are in a city, town, or other populated area, and need an ambulance, it’s relatively easy to get the services you need with a quick phone call or text. But if you are in a remote or isolated area, what happens if you need […]