The Slide-Out Work Surface on the 11 Series Service Body
Field work demands accessible workspace for assembly, measurement, and preparation tasks. The 11 Series Aluminum Service Body includes a slide-out stainless steel workbench built into the D3 compartment, providing a stable work surface without consuming permanent deck space.
Space-Efficient Design
The pull-out workbench slides neatly under the drawer pack above when not in use, taking up minimal compartment space. Deploy the surface when needed, then stow it to regain full cabinet access. This design eliminates the trade-off between having a work surface and maintaining storage capacity.
The workbench extends from the D3 compartment at a comfortable working height, positioning the surface where you can work standing rather than bending over or improvising makeshift tables from truck tailgates or equipment cases.
Heavy-Duty Construction
Mounted on 500-pound slides, the stainless steel surface handles substantial weight from tools, parts, and materials. The slide mechanism operates smoothly under load, preventing the binding or sagging that occurs with lighter-duty drawer slides not designed for work surface applications.
Stainless steel construction resists corrosion from cutting fluids, solvents, and weather exposure. The surface cleans easily and maintains its functionality through years of daily use in harsh field conditions.
Weather Protection
The D3 cabinet door props open to function as a sunshade or rain cover, creating a protected workspace regardless of weather conditions. This overhead coverage keeps rain off drawings, prevents sun glare on measurement tasks, and provides shade for work that can’t be performed in direct sunlight.
The door positioning creates a semi-enclosed work area that blocks wind from scattering small parts or blowing away documentation while you’re working.
Integrated Cabinet Lighting
LED cabinet lighting ensures the workbench remains functional in low-light conditions or during early morning and evening work. The lighting eliminates the need to position portable work lights or struggle with inadequate visibility when daylight isn’t sufficient.
Proper illumination improves accuracy on measurement and assembly tasks where visibility matters for quality work.
Field-Ready Workspace
The slide-out workbench complements other 11 Series features including heavy-duty drawer storage for tools and the organizational accessories that keep equipment accessible. Browse our work-ready service truck packages with 11 Series bodies, or contact us to discuss service body configurations for your operation.