Versatile Van Bed
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Retain the cargo capability of your van,
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use as a work van/office with benches
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quick & easy conversion to a platform bed.
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additional integral seating
Fold down cantilevered desks/bed platform
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provides a walk-thru desk/work space for day use
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a fast and easy ventilated, slatted single or double bed.
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full access flexibility of floor space without obstruction.
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with integral seating.
Choose beyond the restrictions and limitations built into conventional van conversions.
The versatileVanBed is unlike any other style of van bed
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A pair of opposed cantilever supported tables/desks which might resemble a 'Pullman' bed except they are not beds because the gap between them must be first bridged to provide a transverse bed; distinctly different to a Pullman bed which is formed parallel to the supporting wall. So in primary fold down mode the VersatileVanBed design offers a pair of desks/work benches cantilevered from the walls.
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In fact - the desk tops themselves open up and unfold to provide the bridging component which rest upon swing-out cross beam which, when coupled, create a simple continuous beam structure transmitting bending moment across the whole span and relieving the sides of cantilever loading.
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The design is engineered from steel box section for high strength and stiffness to resist bending with a slim profile and compact space claim. In operation it is easy and fast to change mode.
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Critically, and unlike any 'Pullman' bed or other fold down cantilever desk, the used pivot arm structure can rotate beyond the usual 90degree horizontal range until a near vertical(170deg.) position where the same structure as used to bridge the bed platform can be used to create a cantilever seat.
This multi-function avoids redundancy of parts which might otherwise require removal to storage.
The space used in stored mode (desks folded up) is minimal due to the slimline steel construction and 'taco' style the folded slatted bed platform whose slats interleave to save space.
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Realise possibilities with a base layout which combines the essentials in a dynamic space efficient package
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Integral = built-in core functionality
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attached - not removable - not part time redundant
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present and always ready for change of mode
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does not restrict floor space or access and load capability
a Versatile Van Bed
Start with the basics combined in one dynamic package
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Open access retained for large Cargo/equipment transport
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Table/Counter Space for Daytime Work & walk through access
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Platform Bed with retained storage below
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Seating mode for social/meeting opportunities
All the basics combined in one base install
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compact > Space saving
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built-in > always Available
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transformable > in Seconds without redundant parts
Work desk & Bed Modes
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Bedding material is stored in pockets at each side below where the mattress are stored, accessed thru small door flaps.
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Single bed mode retains the work counter space
Seating
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Cantilever design avoids to interfere or obstruct storage in the floor area.
Explore the possible layouts for your lifestyle & activities
Motorcycle Race Van - Work Bench & Bed
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Use as Moto Camper ! - Yes, also bed can be used keeping motorcycle onboard.
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Prototype default clearance height under bed is 930mm(36.5") where a 40mm thick floor is used.
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The default height has been chosen to maximize sitting height above the bed with sufficient clearance underneath for bicycles with front wheel removed retaining saddle height.
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Further clearance can be gained by mounting the pivot supports at a higher level.
Double bed option will require a higher mounting of the pivots than the standard 930mm (36.5") clearance of the shown version in these photos.
It will depend on the motorcycle height of course.
layout examples with one or two motorcycles
Motorcycle Race Van - double up / switch modes
example with two motorcycles is made with +40mm increased = 970mm (38") clearance height platform to allow the double bed above the fuel tank of larger motorcycle.
