Light Tower with Generator

Light tower with generator is made with the components of generator sets, lights, masts, trailers, and canopy. It is designed for working outside in wind speeds up to designed specifications and is rainproof.

The trailer allows it to be drawn by different kinds of vehicles. Its flexibility and reliability make it ideal for the use of night construction, emergency handling, rescuing, special events, etc.

Combination light towers with generators represent a complete mobile outdoor lighting system providing the ability to produce high-power illumination in almost any setting.

Lighting Tower Generator

Combination light towers with generators represent a complete mobile outdoor lighting system providing the ability to produce high-power illumination in almost any setting.

Combination light towers with generators represent a complete mobile outdoor lighting system providing the ability to produce high-power illumination in almost any setting.

• Light tower with generator – The selection of light tower and generator systems cover everything from:
  • compact portable tower
  • generator systems designed for smaller worksites
  • full-size mobile tower generators capable of illuminating over 10 acres.

The light towers are available with a variety of lamp configurations including the most popular metal halide and LED fixtures, and manual and hand-operated tower assemblies in a variety of heights as well.

Manufacturers can tailor light towers to customer requirements, as well as service the equipment they sell.

They also provide replacement, overhaul, and upgrade parts, as well as industrial-grade electrical accessories.

Manufacturers are craftsmen who can customize any lighting system or fixture to fit the unique demands of their operation.

Light tower inspection checklist

Make sure you are completely familiar with the safe operation of this equipment. This equipment may be connected to other machines that have rotating parts or parts controlled by this equipment. Improper use can cause serious injury or death.

Receiving & Inspection: when you receive your equipment, there are several things you should do immediately. Light tower with generator checklist:

• Observe the condition of the equipment and report any damage immediately to the carrier that delivered your system.
• Verify that the part number of the system you received is the same as the part number listed on your purchase order.
• If the system is to be stored for several weeks before use, be sure that it is stored in a location that conforms to published storage temperature and humidity specifications.

Lifting the Equipment

When lift or hoist equipment is used to lift the equipment and move it to position, be careful not to contact overhead wires or other obstacles. Be sure lift or hoist equipment has appropriate tires for the terrain to avoid becoming stuck or tipping over. The lift slots are designed for use with a forklift. A spreader bar and chains can also be used.

Light Tower Installation

The light tower is delivered completely assembled, tested, and ready for use. No assembly is required.

However, before putting the light tower to use the system should be completely checked to ensure it is ready for operation.

The light tower has six major systems that will be checked individually before use, these are:

• Trailer
• Engine/Generator
• Trailer Stabilization System
• Light Mast
• Light Fixtures
• Electrical Systems

Light Tower Checks

Trailer Stabilization Checks Consists of 2 rear-mounted outrigger assemblies and the jack on the trailer tongue.

• Verify that the jack rotates and locks into position.
• Ensure that all bolts, nuts and other hardware are tight and not missing.
• Verify that the rear outriggers extend and rotate into position.
• Ensure that the lock mechanisms operate correctly.

Light Mast Checks

a 4-section 30-foot mast can be rotated 360 degrees.

• Ensure that all bolts, nuts, and other hardware are tight and not missing.
• Verify that the cables for Tilt and Lift winches are not frayed or damaged.
• Verify that the Tilt and Lift winches are not damaged.
• Verify that the Tilt Lock and Mast Lock hardware is present and not damaged.

Light Fixtures Checks

1. Ensure that all bolts, nuts, and other hardware are tight and not missing.
2. Verify that the electrical cables are not frayed or damaged.
3. Verify that the light bulbs, covers, and other hardware are not damaged.

Electrical Systems Checks: Verify that the wiring cables, switches, etc. are not damaged.

Generator Installation The generator is delivered completely assembled, tested, and ready for use. No assembly is required.

Generator safety checklist

Always disconnect all electrical loads before starting the equipment.

Installation and repair procedures require specialized skills with electrical generating equipment and liquid-cooled engine systems.

Any person that installs or repairs this equipment must have these specialized skills to ensure that this generating unit is safe to operate.

Seek expert advice for repairs or any questions you may have about safe installation and operation.

The precautionary statements are general guidelines for the safe use and operation of this equipment.

Light Tower with Generator specs

Therefore, if you use a procedure that is not recommended in the manual you must determine if it is safe for the operator and all personnel in the proximity to the equipment and connected loads.

If there is any question of the safety of a procedure please seek expert advice before starting or stopping the equipment.

This equipment contains high voltages. Electrical shock can cause serious or fatal injury.

Only qualified personnel should attempt the start−up procedure or troubleshoot this equipment.

This equipment may be connected to other machines that have rotating parts or parts that are driven by this equipment. Improper use can cause serious or fatal injury.

Only qualified personnel should attempt the start−up procedure or troubleshoot this equipment.

• System documentation must be available to anyone that operates this equipment at all times.
• Keep non-qualified personnel at a safe distance from this equipment.
• Only qualified personnel familiar with the safe installation, operation, and maintenance of this device should attempt start-up or operating procedures.
• Always stop the engine before making or removing any connections.
• Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before refueling.

Mobile lighting tower

No matter what your lighting needs, mobile light towers offer the options and durability to deliver consistent, reliable light to your job site.

Built to light up the toughest job sites from construction and mining to oil field applications. The 30ft extended-height floodlight tower provides 4000W of light. The 360º tower rotation permits pinpoint positioning of the light. The -20ºC to 55ºC working temperature enables lighting under extreme weather conditions.

Every mobile light tower undergoes rigorous testing keeping in mind customer peace of mind and user-friendliness in operating control.

Choosing generator

How to calculate what size generator I need?

Choosing a generator or light tower can be a critical decision, especially if you power multiple tools from the generator set.

The right light tower is key for night work in the workplace, as well as for safety needs. A few calculations and a few spec comparisons before choosing will save you headaches in the long run.

Whether you need a 1,000-watt or 10,000-watt generator, a basic knowledge of the average power requirements for your tools helps you determine the power rating you will need from the unit.

However, remember that the wattage required to start a tool can be several times the wattage required to run the tool.

Fans, pumps, and compressors can require up to five times more energy to start than to run continuously.

“Starting power requirements should be factored into your sizing measurements”

“Check equipment nameplates to determine power requirements.”

When choosing a light tower, know approximately the size of the area you want to light and choose a unit with features to suit your application.

Light tower Troubleshooting

The lightweight masts that are easy to extend can be raised and retracted by one person, and the hot-dip galvanized sections prevent binding, rubbing, or rusting.

Look carefully at the lamps themselves. “Metal halide lamps mounted on an elliptical fixture provide improved coverage”

Metal halide lamps are more popular than high-pressure sodium lamps.

“They are basically the industry standard”

“Metal halide lamps provide a bright white work light, ideal for the workplace. High-pressure sodium emits a rosier light, similar to street lamps. They are also a bit more expensive. “

The lamps are great for the workplace, the bright intensity of metal halide lamps can cause visibility problems for oncoming traffic, please note that high-power metal halide lamps take up to five minutes to turn on and up to 20 minutes to restart.

Light towers also come standard with outriggers for stability in high winds – most towers are rated to withstand between 50 and 60 mph winds.

Also, consider maneuverability on the Jobsite and fuel tank capacity and compare them with your requirements.

Light tower generator rental

Once you’ve decided what you’re looking for in a generator set or light tower, decide whether you should rent the units or buy them.

Generator rental costs vary widely, depending on the size of the unit you need.

• Generator rental costs can range from:
  • $ 1,000 per month for a 30 kW unit
  • $ 8,000 per month for 400 kW, and upto
  • $ 32,000 per month for a 2-megawatt generator

However, if you come to a long-term rental location, you may want to consider purchasing one.

The general rule of thumb is that if the rental period rate is more than a third of the purchase price, then it is time to consider purchasing a generator.

Light tower problems

Maintenance is also a factor when making a purchase decision. If you don’t have the capacity or manpower to perform maintenance, keep the rental option.

Generator maintenance is an important consideration, in addition to engine service, it includes electrical tests to verify proper operation plus full load bank capacity to prevent wet stacking (fuel overload caused by running diesel engines with light loads for long periods of time)

Typically, the rental-store can provide better maintenance in these cases.

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