Author Archives: Carl Blackman

Northpower required a 4×4, off-road capable, mobile sand blasting truck to get to the National Grid pylons in remote locations on the Kapiti Coast. Based on a 4×4 Iveco Daily, Sokoza designed and manufacturered these unique, functional units with a 400cfm compressor, 2x blast pots and retractable blast hose reels.

Bumper replacement system – less intrusive and allows the cab to pivot without unbolting the bar. Steel construction winch cradle and aluminium bumper for weight saving LT400 compatible Optional Winch – 12,000lb with wired and wireless remotes, 24v Foglights transferred from factory bumper Colour matched to cab colourNew Zealand Design Registration – #431639 Available toContinueContinue reading “Sokoza Bullbar and Winch Bumper Replacement System”

Ideal for councils, infrastructure, roading contractors! Either build from scratch, or cut down a factory tipper option – different toolbox sizes and configurations available.

The ultimate Sokoza/Camco partnership build! For those that can’t fit enough on a ute, a light truck is perfect for the job! Spec it up with Crane. Compressor, Generator, etc to suit your requirements!

High quality Lines Truck build carried out for Northpower and TR Group.

High quality Lines Truck build carried out for Northpower and TR Group. Integrating some key Sokoza features, such as fold out steps, secure, easy to use auger clamp and Sokoza Spoils Bin

This crane truck was set up for a company in Waiheke who required a larger crane with more reach. The added challenge was to include the deck as a separate fixture to the crane subframe, and integrate container twistlocks with the stabiliser leg beams. By separating the deck from the subframe, the crane hydraulics canContinueContinue reading “Crane Truck Build – 6.5m deck with Palfinger PK26002”

Our relationship with Bridgestone can be traced back to Sokoza’s beginnings. Initially our only customer, Bridgestone has supported our growth and development since day one. We are privileged to be able to turn out their truck bodies. The standard Bridgestone Fleet Truck is a common sight around NZ. The truck is set up for optimumContinueContinue reading “Bridgestone Fleet Truck”

Sokoza was commissioned to build a 3-way tipper for a utility company. The concept of the 3-way tipper means that material can be tipped off the side of the truck without having to reverse up to the tip location. This is especially useful when working on city garden beds where the team are working inContinueContinue reading “3-way Tipper Body”

Well, this was a challenging build! Carter’s innovative approach to business often means coming up with new and unorthodox ways of improving productivity. This build required the development of a body to hold a hydraulic tyre changing machine that pivots from inside its storage position into operating position. Alongside this, a tail lift was requiredContinueContinue reading “Carter’s Tyre Service Tyre Changer Build”