Whether it’s illuminating a temporary car park for event visitors at night or working on a construction pipeline in the dark, lighting towers provide vital illumination for after-hours trade work. Providing visibility that’s almost as high as daylight, these versatile machines reduce accidents on site and deter thieves and vandals.
Who is responsible for tower lighting?
They are mobile pieces of equipment that consist of electric lamps, a mast and a lifting system powered by either a diesel engine or, in some cases, an accumulator battery. They are often used in mining and oil drilling, engineering construction – such as road paving or rail repairs – urban construction and in emergency services and military work.
The best light towers are easy to set up, allowing workers to spend more time working and less time fiddling with the lights. Choose a light tower with a clear lens for maximum brightness and make sure you read the manual for specific instructions on how to operate it safely and efficiently.
If you’re looking for a more environmentally friendly option, consider hybrid light towers which use solar or battery power. This reduces fuel consumption and emissions and can cut the costs of operation if you have to regularly visit a remote site where access to electric power is unavailable. It’s also worth ensuring the generator with your light tower offers auto shut down in the case of low oil pressure, overheating or excessively hot engine temperature and that the engine fluids are fully bunded to minimise spillage and environmental damage.