CoolKit, the largest specialist in temperature-controlled and refrigerated light commercial vehicles (LCVs) in the UK, has seen a substantial increase in its output of van conversions and insulated bodywork, following a year of transformative investments across its manufacturing and assembly sites.
CoolKit has achieved remarkable increases in both output and efficiency. This includes an 800% year-on-year uplift in box body production and an 80% rise in light commercial vehicle conversions, reaching a record 125 conversions per month.
A significant focus on operational efficiency – with the creation of several additional roles within its team and the implementation of rigorously managed lean manufacturing processes – means that CoolKit is now able to fulfil new orders more quickly – providing customers with a 60% improvement in lead times.
CoolKit continues to make investments with the aim of optimising the quality of its products and services. Strategic appointments in product development, quality management, aftersales and continuous improvement, ensure that it is well-placed to satisfy the most demanding of applications for its products.
The business has also made significant strides in improving health, safety and environmental performance. Enhancements have been implemented in areas such as safe mechanical handling, air quality and the management of hazardous products. Major updates include the installation of cranage, storage and waste recycling equipment aimed at eliminating waste streams in line with the ISO: 14001 Environmental standard, which CoolKit has held for 15 years. This standard demonstrates CoolKit’s commitment to environmental responsibility with the benefits for their customers of cost saving, regulatory compliance and quality improvement – whilst also demonstrating their own environmental commitment.
CoolKit’s Founder & Chief Executive – Rupert Gatty, commented: “With our expansion well underway, we’re better positioned than ever to deliver rapid, industry-leading order fulfilment of expertly engineered products while upholding our unwavering commitment to quality, durability, and functionality. As we look ahead, we remain committed to helping customers maximise the productivity of their fleet operations. It’s also encouraging to see that CoolKit continues to win recognition from our supply-chain partners, endorsed by recent accreditations from market leading OEMs, including Ford Pro, Mercedes-Benz and MAN Truck & Bus.”
