What Ranger Design does

Ranger Design Inc. is a North American manufacturer of commercial vehicle storage and organization systems founded in 1988 in Webster, New York, and now operating as a subsidiary of Clarience Technologies. The company designs and produces modular shelving, partitions, ladder racks, drawer systems, flooring, and accessories engineered to fit 20+ vehicle platforms including Ford Transit, Mercedes Sprinter, Ram ProMaster, Nissan NV, Chevrolet Express, and newer EV platforms such as BrightDrop 400/600, Ford E-Transit, and Mercedes eSprinter. Manufacturing is conducted at two facilities in Rochester, New York and Montreal, Quebec, supporting a QuickShip program that the company positions as offering the fastest lead times in the industry.

The company sells primarily through a B2B2C channel: an authorized distributor network of more than 300 partners across North America handles SMB trades customers (electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, contractors, mobile service, and delivery operators), while dedicated fleet account managers and vehicle dealership partnerships serve national and large regional fleet customers. Pricing is quote-based rather than list-based, and revenue is generated from one-time hardware purchases plus custom fleet upfit design and installation services. Preconfigured Trade Packages, the Partskeeper line integrated with the Milwaukee Packout ecosystem, and the Trazer truck utility system (racks, canopies, toolboxes, over-the-cab extensions) extend the offering beyond core van shelving. A 10-year warranty, a 3D Upfit Configurator, and recent industry recognition (2016 NTEA Product Innovation Award, 2025 Upfit of the Year) underpin the value proposition for trades professionals seeking productivity and payload optimization in their work vehicles.

Name

Ranger Design

Legal name

Ranger Design Inc.

Website

https://rangerdesign.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1988

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Ranger Design manufactures modular shelving, partitions, ladder racks, and storage systems for commercial vans and pickup trucks, serving SMB trades professionals (electricians, plumbers, HVAC, contractors, delivery) and enterprise fleets across North America through 300+ authorized distributors and two manufacturing facilities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Vehicle Upfit Equipment

NAICS

Motor Vehicle Body and Trailer Manufacturing (33621)

SIC

Truck & Bus Bodies (3713)

akta.pro primary industry

Truck Body & Upfitting Manufacturing (Box Bodies/Service Bodies/Cranes/Liftgates) (IMACABAI)

Keywords

• Commercial van shelving
• Vehicle storage systems
• Van racking solutions
• Ladder rack systems
• Fleet upfit equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Webster

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Vehicle Upfit Equipment Sales: Ranger Design generates revenue through the sale of commercial vehicle storage and organization equipment including shelving, partitions, ladder racks, drawers, storage bins, flooring, and accessories. Products are sold through distributors, online retailers, and direct sales as one-time purchases with installation.
2. Custom Fleet Solutions: Custom upfit solutions for national and large regional fleets with dedicated account management and bespoke configurations.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Ranger Design manufactures and sells commercial vehicle storage and organization equipment for work vans and trucks, including shelving systems, partitions, drawer units, ladder racks, storage bins, flooring, and accessories. The company produces preconfigured trade-specific upfit packages for electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, contractors, mobile service, and delivery trades, and also offers the Trazer modular truck utility system. Products are sold through 300+ authorized distributors and direct fleet sales channels across North America from manufacturing facilities in Rochester, NY and Montreal, Canada.

Product overview

Ranger Design is a commercial vehicle storage solutions provider specializing in upfitting work vans and trucks for trade professionals. The product portfolio centers on modular shelving systems, safety partitions, drawer units, and ladder racks for cargo vans across 20+ vehicle platforms (Ford Transit, Mercedes Sprinter, Ram ProMaster, BrightDrop, etc.), plus the Trazer Truck Utility System for pickup trucks. Preconfigured Trade Packages offer turnkey solutions for Electricians, Plumbers, HVAC, Delivery, and Contractors trades in aluminum or steel. The ecosystem includes the Partskeeper storage system (now integrated with Milwaukee Packout), 3D Upfit Configurator for custom design, QuickShip program for fast delivery, Fleet Upfit Solutions for national accounts, and EV-specific upfitting for electric vehicles including Ford E-Transit and Mercedes eSprinter. A 10-year warranty and distributor network across North America support the offering.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Trazer: Truck utility system brand featuring modular truck bed racks, canopies, toolboxes, and accessories for pickup trucks.
• Max Rack
• Partskeeper
• QuickShip

Products and services

• Van Shelving Systems Adjustable shelving systems for cargo vans including square back, contoured back, and various shelf configurations designed to maximize cargo space and organization for trade professionals.
• Van Partitions Safety partitions and dividers for cargo vans including contoured, walkthrough, and straight designs in aluminum or steel, with options for sliding doors and windows.
• Van Drawer Systems Drawer systems including Axess Trays and Van Drawer Cabinets designed to maximize cargo space and payload capacity while providing organized tool storage in commercial vans.
• Max Rack Drop-Down Ladder System Heavy-duty ladder racks for cargo vans including the patent-pending drop-down Max Rack, clamp racks, rear-loading Access Stow, and Cargo+ racks, constructed from aluminum and stainless steel with load capacities up to 600 lbs.
• Trazer Truck Utility System Modular truck bed storage system including Trazer Racks, Trazer Canopies, over-the-cab extensions, toolboxes, and accessories engineered to work seamlessly together for pickup trucks such as Ford F-150, Ram 1500, and Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra.
• Trade Packages Preconfigured upfit packages tailored for specific trades including Electricians, Plumbers, HVAC, Delivery, Contractors, and Mobile Service, available in aluminum or steel.
• Partskeeper Storage System for Milwaukee Packout Parts organization system including cabinets, carry cases, floor mount kits, and organizers compatible with Milwaukee Packout System for integrated tool and parts storage in commercial vans.
• Van Storage Bins Storage bin units with square back or contoured back designs for organizing small parts, tools, and supplies within van shelving systems.
• Van Flooring Van floor solutions including E-Floor options for electric vehicles and standard flooring to protect cargo van interiors and maximize payload.
• Fold-Away Shelving Space-saving shelving units that fold away when not in use, ideal for enclosed trailers and applications requiring flexible cargo space.
• B-Series Steel Shelving Cost-effective steel shelving solution compatible with Ranger Design bins, end-panel accessories, and compact drawers, offering trusted quality at competitive pricing.
• BrightDrop Upfit Packages Industry-first curated commercial upfit packages for Chevrolet BrightDrop 400 and 600 electric vans, designed for smarter storage, light durability, and optimized performance.
• Pacifica Upfit Package Award-winning upfit solution for Chrysler Pacifica/Voyager, recipient of the 2025 Work Truck and SUV Upfitting Award, designed for today's workers with refined functionality and durability.
• Fleet Upfit Solutions Custom solutions for national and large regional fleets including consultation, custom design, and coordinated installation across multiple vehicles.

Quantifiable outcome

• 15-20% gain in daily productivity for trades professionals and fleets using purpose-built storage systems

Named customers4 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Milwaukee Tool (Packout System)coreTechnology or Integration · 1 September 2025Ranger Design has partnered with Milwaukee Tool to create Partskeeper Cabinets and Shelf Mount products that integrate with the Milwaukee Packout organizational system. These solutions seamlessly connect Milwaukee Packout organizers and toolboxes to Ranger Design's storage ecosystem, providing tradespeople with intelligent, secure, and accessible storage solutions.
• Chevrolet BrightDropcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 June 2025Ranger Design announced the launch of the industry's first curated upfit packages for the Chevrolet BrightDrop 400 and 600 electric vans. Developed in response to the unique dimensions and upfitting challenges of the BrightDrop platform, these turnkey solutions provide work-ready interiors from day one for fleet professionals transitioning to electric work vehicles.
• Clarience TechnologiescoreOthersRanger Design Inc. is a subsidiary of Clarience Technologies. Clarience Technologies announced the integration of Ranger Design into its portfolio of companies.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Reading Truck: Manufacturer of truck bodies, van interiors, and storage/racking systems with a strong U.S. distributor network serving vocational fleets; directly competes in commercial van upfitting and truck utility products sold to the same trades customer base.
• Dura-Bond Industries: North American manufacturer of van shelving, partitions, and storage accessories serving commercial fleet customers through a similar distributor/upfitter channel; competes with Ranger Design on price-positioned shelving and basic upfit packages.
• Adrian Steel: The leading U.S. manufacturer of commercial van and truck storage solutions—shelving, partitions, ladder racks, and drawer systems—selling primarily through a national distributor/installer network to trades fleets, directly competing with Ranger Design across the same product categories and customer base.
• System Edström: Swedish manufacturer of van racking, shelving, and internal load-securing systems distributed across Europe and selectively in North America; competes with Ranger Design on modular van storage offerings targeted at professional trades fleets.
• Knapheide: Manufacturer of commercial vehicle bodies, truck upfits, and storage solutions (including van interiors) with a broad North American distribution footprint; overlaps with Ranger Design on custom fleet upfitting and storage product lines for commercial vans and trucks.
• Modul-System: European manufacturer of modular van racking, shelving, and load-securing solutions for light commercial vehicles; competing product portfolio and target customers (tradespeople and service fleets), with growing overlap in North American and global fleet markets.
• Sortimo International: German-headquartered global leader in van racking, shelving, and mobile workshop organization with a strong European footprint expanding into North America; a direct product-line competitor in professional van storage and modular in-vehicle organization.
• WeatherGuard (WernerCo): A long-established van and truck equipment brand producing shelving, drawer cabinets, roof racks, and partitions for work vans and trucks; competes head-to-head with Ranger Design via similar distributor/van-outfitter channels serving electricians, plumbers, and HVAC fleets.

Broad incumbents

• Truck Hero: Large multi-brand automotive aftermarket platform owning multiple truck and van accessory brands (e.g., tonneau covers, racks, storage); provides overlapping capabilities to Ranger Design through portfolio brands but operates as a broad incumbent across the entire truck accessory market.
• Masterack (Leggett & Platt): A division of Leggett & Platt (a large diversified industrial incumbent) producing commercial van shelving, racks, and upfit packages; overlaps with Ranger Design's core product portfolio and fleet customer base, but operates as part of a much larger diversified parent.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Investors

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