The Logistics and Installation of Hiring Lighting Towers
Are you considering lighting tower hire for your next project? From large-scale events to roadworks, these lights are an essential addition to ensuring you can illuminate large areas overnight, enhancing visibility and maximising safety for all.
In this latest article, we thought we would explore the logistics and installation process of portable light towers and take a closer look at what is needed to ensure a site is prepared for the delivery and installation of equipment.
What is a portable light tower?
Before we start looking at how to prepare the site for lighting tower hire, we thought we would first take a look at what they are. These lights are a versatile piece of equipment that feature a mast, bright lights and a power source, ensuring that they can independently illuminate large areas around the base.
Our RPM Hire portable light towers offer 360-degree rotation and the ability to extend up to 9 metres, ensuring you have full control over lighting direction and coverage, no matter the site.
How does a lighting tower work?
Lighting towers are a simple yet highly effective solution. They work by elevating powerful lighting fixtures to a height where they can illuminate a large area. This helps to maximise the safety and security of your worksite or event by ensuring workers and visitors have visibility throughout the night.
How to select the right lighting tower
When it comes to lighting tower hire, knowing the right solution for your site can be tough. There is a wide variety of lights available, so to find the best option, there are three key considerations to remember:
- Site size and layout
The first step is to assess the size of the area that you need to illuminate, and the number of light towers you will need.
- Location and Surroundings
It’s important to consider the location of where the lighting tower will be. This is things such as, is it easy to access, is there infrastructure nearby. The other considerations include the sound and ensuring the lighting tower has sufficient space for ventilation.
- Type of light
Finally, consider the intensity and type of light that you need. LED lights are among the most popular thanks to their bright and consistent illumination and energy efficiency. At RPM Hire our lighting towers available for hire are portable light towers, 360, x-solar light towers, x-pole light towers.
Preparing for delivery and installation
When it comes to lighting tower hire, preparing the site beforehand will ensure a smooth and efficient installation process. The first steps you should take is to ensure that the area where the lights will be placed is clear from debris and level ground. You should then make sure the route into the site is clear and unobstructed for the delivery vehicle.
Safety and compliance checks
Before installation, it is also important that you undertake the relevant safety and compliance checks. This should include verifying that all local regulations are being met, the personnel involved are aware of the required safety protocols, and the appropriate safety gear is available.
What is the installation process for portable light towers?
When you opt for lighting tower hire from RPM Hire, you can have complete peace of mind that our experienced team is on hand to deliver, install, and remove your portable light towers for you. From our 360 Light Tower to our Solar Pole Mobile Light Tower, our five-step approach ensures maximum illumination and security.
- Site assessment and planning
The first step in installing lighting towers is to assess the site and identify the best location. Our team will check that the area is safe and compliant as well as that the lighting tower is in the best location for optimum light coverage. - Unloading and assembly
Once the right location has been found, we will then safely unload and set up the tower for you. We pride ourselves on exceptional results, and we adhere to the strictest safety guidelines to ensure everyone remains safe throughout. - Securing the tower
Once positioned, the next step is to secure the lighting tower. This will ensure its stability and safety and we will level the unit to guarantee it will remain safe in all conditions. - Safety checks and final adjustments
Finally, the last stage of lighting tower hire is to undertake all essential safety checks and make any final adjustments, such as verifying light coverage, adjusting the angle of the lights, and activating all safety features.
Our Gold Equipment Protection
At RPM Hire, we understand that anything can happen.
Designed to be plain, simple and cost effective, our unique Gold Equipment Protection provides full coverage for theft, vandalism, incidental damage, collisions and natural disasters so you can focus on your project knowing that you won’t be struck with an expensive and complicated waiver fee, should anything beyond your control happen. This damage waiver does cover both Light Tower (360) and Light Tower (ECO). However, the waiver is not effective if the equipment has been tampered with or moved by someone outside of RPM Hire.
Light up your night with professional lighting tower hire
Are you ready to start illuminating your work site? No matter what your project might be, from sporting events and festivals to roadworks and construction sites, RPM Hire has the right portable light towers for your needs. We have an extensive choice of options designed for all situations, ensuring you can always find the perfect option for your site.
We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional products with unrivalled customer service, so if you want to find out more about our range of products and how we can help you, get in touch today!
