Are you confused when it comes to choosing between a canopy or a tray for your ute? If you are faced with this decision, why not have both! The service body industry has come a long way in Australia over the last decade or so, with many design options available for ute service bodies, including fully customisable options. So, why not go for a canopy/tray combo and enjoy the best of both worlds? In this article, we will take a look at why you need to invest in a canopy/tray comb service body to give you flexibility and efficiency all in one.

1). Best Of Both Worlds

One of the biggest advantages of getting a canopy/tray combo is that you get to enjoy flexibility and efficiency at the same time. You get all the storage space you need without compromising on the flexibility, safety and organisation offered by a canopy. With a canopy/tray combo, you will have the tray area available so you can store your bulky materials and equipment, and an enclosed canopy section so you can securely store your tools and parts. It doesn’t get much better than that!

2). Complete Customisation For Your Trade

When it comes to a canopy/tray combo, you are not restricted to standard designs as you can get a combo made that is designed to suit your particular trade. Whether you're a carpenter or a sparkie or you are working as a pest control technician or a plumber, you will be able to design something that works perfectly for you.

3). Keep Things Organised

If you are a tradie, you will need access to a variety of equipment and there is nothing better than a well-organised canopy on the back of your ute to store those tools. For instance, if you work as a carpenter or as an electrician, you consistently need access to a lot of tools and small finicky materials. When you have access to a lot of drawers, tools and materials can be easily compartmentalised in order to make it easy for you to find what you need without needing to rummage through a big mess. Also, if you need access to a generator, for example, you can get a customised canopy with a separate place for your generator or other larger pieces of equipment.

4). Keep Your Tools Safe

When you have a customised canopy/tray combination, you do not need to worry about the safety of your tools. There are a number of options available in terms of security. This will give you complete peace of mind that your tools and equipment are fully protected. Also, as most tradies work outdoors, your tools and equipment are fully protected from the elements.

5). Better Productivity

When you have a canopy/tray combo in the back of your ute, you'll find that it helps in improving your productivity immensely. You'll be able to keep things organised so that you not only work more efficiently, but you also won't be spending money to replace “lost” items that have been misplaced in your tray somewhere. In short, you will be able to make much better use of your work ute and ultimately your time, which means you will get great value for your money.

6). It Looks Great

There is no denying that branding is just as important, if not more important, than the actual service you provide. There's nothing better than a great looking work ute that has your brand pasted all over it. With a well-designed canopy, your vehicle tells potential customers that you are a professional and carry all the required tools to do your job properly and efficiently. A well-designed canopy/tray combo is clearly a great advertisement for your business.

Final Thoughts

Overall, there are a number of benefits to getting a canopy/tray combo for your ute. It's a decent investment but the investment is worth the money. It's recommended to partner with a company with the necessary expertise and experience to create a customised canopy/tray combo for your specific requirements.

For more information regarding high-quality service bodies, please call us today at MFI Automotive Group on 1300 634 669 or get in touch with our friendly sales team here.