Recent years have seen the UK plagued by intense heat waves, turning extreme heat from an occasional concern into a daily challenge. Effective heat management solutions are no longer optional – they’re crucial for enhancing efficiency, productivity and overall job satisfaction.
British heat poses a unique challenge. According to Jim NR Dale, senior meteorologist at British Weather Services, “You can visit a desert over 30°C in Tunisia, and it’s scorching, but it’s dry heat. Here, if we introduce humidity into the mix as we’ve seen… that mixture is very different.” Since the high UK humidity hinders natural body cooling, sweat fails to evaporate efficiently, making 25°C in the UK feel even worse than 35°C in a dry climate.
For drivers of work vans, this oppressive heat is a daily struggle. Imagine navigating congested city streets or remote work sites in a vehicle that feels like an oven. Concentration wavers, decision-making slows and physical exertion becomes daunting. The result? Reduced efficiency and strained operational outcomes.
More importantly, this heat poses serious health risks. Heat exhaustion and heat stroke are genuine dangers, especially for drivers spending prolonged hours in poorly ventilated vans.
At Legend, we understand the severe risks that heat poses to work van drivers.
As a fleet manager, neglecting these risks can lead to legal liabilities, injuries, reduced workforce effiency and even potentially fatalities.
Legend can help keep vans cooler for much longer
Legend’s thermal management solutions preserve the internal ambient temperature of your van in extreme temperatures. Legend’s DuraTherm is very different from traditional options offered on the market. Our DuraTherm liners do more than
just protect your vans walls, they add an additional layer of insulation. Traditional stock liners are single layer coroplast sheets without insulation, meaning there will be no noticeable difference between outside and inside temperatures.
At Legend, we knew we had to innovate beyond typical liners and create something more advanced, something that could be effective in controlling the effects of heat. This is why we designed DuraTherm with a unique honeycomb polypropylene material, and then added fiberglass and foiled foam for further enhanced insulation and protection. This advanced composite material is designed to reflect the thermal load of the sun, effectively delaying the transfer of heat into or out of the van.
This 6mm thick liner acts as an armour plate for your van, creating a thermal barrier between the heat and your van’s interior.
Legend can help cycle out accumulated hot air
Insulation is crucial, but without proper ventilation, heat can still be problematic. Legend’s VanFan enhances air circulation, removing hot, stagnant air and cycling it out of the cargo area. This synergy with DuraTherm ensures a consistent, comfortable environment inside the van.
The VanFan’s ingenious Push-Pull design maximises air intake and output, efficiently cycling air through the cargo area to prevent hot air pockets. The result is a cooler, more manageable working environment, even on the hottest days.
What do the experts tell us?
Heat mitigation is a topic that can no longer be ignored. Dr Ben Roberts of Loughborough University sums it up thus: “Overheating is simple – don’t let heat in
in the first place and, if it does get in, make sure you can get it out again. It’s just a heat balance.” Proactive measures are essential, particularly in work vans where traditional air conditioning systems are costly and complex to install.
With years of industry-leading expertise, Legend offers the most effective heat management solutions available. DuraTherm keeps heat out, while VanFan ensures optimal air circulation.
By prioritising a comfortable and safe work environment for your team, you not only enhance morale and productivity but also foster employee retention. For fleets prioritising employee comfort and operational efficiency, investing in Legend’s comprehensive thermal management system is essential.
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