As the days get shorter, and you become more and more dependent on artificial lighting for both productivity and safety on site, it’s time to look at the best way to deliver site lighting in the winter months.

We all know that solar and solar/hybrid generation offer the cheapest, cleanest and quietest ways to produce the electricity your site needs, but how can construction site lighting be solar powered when it’s mainly used outside of daylight hours?

By combining state of the art solar panels, smart battery technology, low energy lighting and the latest PIR motion detectors, Think Hire solar construction site lighting allows you to use the daylight to light up your nighttime hours for less.

How to Use Solar Energy to Power Construction Site Lighting

There are two ways that you can use sunlight to light the night on site:

• Self-contained solar powered lighting – such as Think Hire’s solar compound light, eco solar tower light and solar powered access lighting, are stand-alone units which have solar panels built into the design to provide power directly, or to charge integrated batteries during the daytime for use at night

• Solar generators and batteries – such as the industry leading Solartainer Versatile and our versatile battery energy storage systems, are integrated systems which harvest solar energy and store it as part of your hybrid energy generation to power standard construction site lighting

Which Construction Site Lighting is Right for My Site?

For temporary sites and sites that are constantly changing as the project develops, self-contained solar powered construction site lighting is ideal. It is also perfect for rapid deployment situations, such as road and rail repairs. 

Self-contained solar powered construction site lighting offers a versatile and easy to deploy solution to your lighting needs. For example, our solar compound light delivers 400m2 of lighting and our eco solar tower light will illuminate 2400m2. Both are powered by 100% renewable energy from their own solar panels, with built in battery storage that will deliver 8hours of lighting per day 7 days a week in spring, summer and autumn and 5 days a week in winter.

For larger, more permanent sites, Think Hire solar hybrid generators can be used with your existing construction site lighting as part of your overall site energy system.

What are the benefits of solar powered construction site lighting?

Self-contained solar powered construction site lighting delivers a number of benefits when compared to using traditional diesel generators to power your lights:

• Lower operating costs – solar powered construction site lighting will significantly cut operating costs, not only saving on fuel, but also maintenance and servicing costs 

• Lower emissions – clean, emission-free solar energy helps you to meet your environmental obligations on site, cutting CO2, NOx and particulates

• Quieter operation – with no noisy diesel generator, you can light your site overnight without disturbing neighbouring properties

• Easy deployment – with no mains connection required, and no connections to a separate generator, solar powered lighting is quick and easy to deploy

• Energy efficiency – high-capacity batteries, LED bulbs, PIR motion detectors and dusk to dawn sensors ensure your solar energy is used as efficiently as possible 

• Dependable performance – Think Hire solar site lighting delivers lighting you can count on all year round, even in the winter months

But Will My Solar Powered Site Lighting Work in Winter?

Yes it will. Solar energy comes from the ambient light that comes from the sun. It does not need direct sunlight or heat. Solar panels will work even on cloudy days, and they actually work more efficiently in cold conditions than they do when it is hot.

Think Hire solar construction site lighting works all year round to light your site, enhancing productivity, safety and security.

Use the Sun to Light the Night and Save

To find out more about how solar power can cut the cost of your construction site lighting, get in touch with Think Hire today. With a range of solar powered site lighting from stairways to 6000m2 we have the solution you’re searching for.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can solar lighting replace diesel lighting on construction sites?

Yes. With the combination of high-yield solar panels, smart battery storage and energy-efficient LEDs, solar tower lights can completely replace traditional diesel generator powered lighting, even in winter months.

Are solar tower lights cost-effective to hire?

Absolutely. While the initial hire cost for a solar powered construction site lighting may be slightly higher, this is more than offset by the significant savings in fuel costs and maintenance time over the course of the hire.

How bright are solar powered site lights?

As bright as any diesel-powered alternatives. Modern site lights use highly efficient LED lamp heads that provide brilliant, multi-directional illumination regardless of their power source.

Are solar tower lights portable?

Yes, one of the benefits of using self-contained solar powered lighting is that it can easily be deployed, or relocated, on site without needing extra connections to the grid or an external diesel generator. This makes solar powered construction site lighting extremely flexible and versatile.