Fleet brief for Centurion roads and site work
The client was a Centurion-based contractor fleet moving between residential sites, business parks and depot visits every week. The vehicles needed a cleaner, more consistent look than plain white panels and older decals, but the team could not afford long downtime or a finish that would struggle with dust, rain and repeated washing.
We worked from the start with three priorities in mind. First was visibility, so the fleet could be recognised quickly in traffic and at job sites. Second was durability, because bakkies and panel vans used for tools and materials take a lot of wear on doors, load areas and handles. Third was flexibility, so new vehicles could be added later without redoing the full identity from scratch.
- Client type: contractor fleet, Centurion
- Vehicle mix: bakkies and light commercial vehicles
- Primary goal: identity refresh with practical protection
- Secondary goal: easier rollout for future additions
What we had to work around on the job
The main constraint was uptime. These vehicles had to keep moving, so the schedule needed to fit around site visits, collections and end-of-day returns. We also had to work with surfaces that had already seen years of stickers, stone chips and a few panel repairs. That meant extra preparation before any vinyl or film could go on.
Centurion weather also played a part. The fleet is stored outside for parts of the week, so we specified materials suited to heat, UV and regular dust exposure. On the tinting side, the client wanted a practical reduction in glare without making the vehicles look overly dark. For the PPF sections, the aim was protection on the areas that take the hardest knocks, not covering everything and pushing up cost.
- Downtime target: phased work across 2 weeks
- Storage conditions: partial outdoor parking
- Surface condition: mixed, with old decals and light wear
- Use case: daily road travel plus site access
Preparation, removal and surface correction
Before any new branding went on, we removed the old graphics and cleaned each panel properly. Adhesive residue and fine contamination were dealt with first, then we checked for edge damage, lifted paint and marks around handles and fuel caps. A few panels needed extra attention where previous stickers had left a visible line, so the prep stage took longer than a simple overwrap.
We always treat prep as part of the result, not an optional extra. If a surface is not ready, the wrap will show it later through edge lifting, trapped dirt or poor adhesion. For a contractor fleet, that is money wasted, so we spent the time needed on cleaning, degreasing and final panel checks before installation started.
- Old branding removed in stages to avoid paint lift
- Panels cleaned and degreased before fitting
- Problem areas checked for stone-chip and repair marks
Branding system built for easy additions later
The design and artwork were set up as a fleet system rather than a one-off vehicle livery. That meant keeping the core identity consistent across every unit while leaving room for registration changes, new vehicle models and future additions. We used repeatable panel layouts, standard logo positions and a clear contact block so the line-up would still match when the fleet grows.
For the main identity, we supplied printed and cut vinyl where needed, together with solid colour sections on the body panels to clean up the overall look. The result was a more organised fleet presence without overcomplicating the finish. The client wanted people to spot the vehicles from a distance and still read the details at a stop, which is exactly what we aimed for.
- Fleet standard artwork created for repeat use
- Logo and contact placement kept consistent
- Layouts designed for future vehicle changes
- Printed and cut vinyl used where needed
Wrapping, tinting and protection work carried out
Once the prep and artwork were approved, we moved into installation. Vinyl was applied panel by panel with proper heat control and edge finishing around mirrors, handles and trims. We also completed the tinting and PPF work on the agreed units so the fleet would have a more practical daily finish, especially on vehicles used for long hours in the sun.
The wheel refurbishment work was handled alongside the body work on selected vehicles to tidy up kerb marks and give the fleet a more even presentation. Interior restyling was kept light and practical, focused on hard wearing touch points rather than unnecessary change. That kept the total cost in check while still making the vehicles feel looked after. There was no point overdoing it.
- Vinyl installation on all scheduled vehicles
- PPF on high impact zones
- Window tinting for glare control and cabin comfort
- Wheel refurbishment on selected units
- Interior touch point updates where required
Timeline, handover and the result on the road
The work ran over 2 weeks in phased batches, with vehicles released as each one passed final checks. That approach kept the contractor on the move and avoided a full fleet standstill. Before handover, we checked alignment, colour consistency, edge sealing and finish quality in natural light so any issue could be sorted before the vehicle left Kya Sand.
The result was a fleet that looked more professional, read better on the road and is now easier to keep consistent over time. The vehicles carry the same identity across different body styles, and future additions will be simpler because the system is already set up. For a working contractor fleet, that is the real win: better presence, less fuss, and fewer headaches later on.
If we were doing this one again, we would keep the same phased rollout and the same repeatable artwork structure. That approach works well for businesses that add vehicles in stages, and it keeps branding tidy without forcing the team off the road for too long.
Key facts
| Location | Centurion, Gauteng |
|---|---|
| Project type | Contractor fleet refresh |
| Timeline | 2 weeks, phased batches |
| Services used | Design and Artwork, Surface Preparation, Vinyl Installation, PPF Installation, Window Tinting, Wheel Refurbishment |
| Base | Kya Sand, Johannesburg |
| Contact | Contact form |
