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Solera, Light Efficient Design Offer Solutions that Keep Data Center Construction Moving

Temporary work site lights from Light Efficient Design and Solera

Increased demand for high-speed processing has led to data centers popping up all over the country. Construction of these facilities moves fast, and contractors need lighting that installs quickly, holds up to rough conditions, and doesn’t require babysitting.

Solera Solar Lighting and Light Efficient Design offer practical options that hit those marks: off‑grid solar area lights for outdoor zones and high‑output temporary work lights for inside the building.

Solera’s G3 Solar Area Light, for example, can provide illumination to parts of a data‑center project where power is either delayed or constantly shifting, such as laydown yards, parking areas, perimeter fencing and temporary access roads. Because Solera’s system is fully off‑grid, crews can set poles and mount the fixtures, then walk away. No trenching, no temporary power coordination, no waiting on electrical infrastructure. The solar panel, battery and light engine are all modular, so installers can adjust tilt, rotation, optics and CCT on the spot. For contractors, that means fewer surprises and a faster path to reliable, usable light.

Inside the building, Light Efficient Design’s LED‑9000 series temporary work lights give crews a bright, durable option that’s easy to move wherever it’s needed as the job advances. These fixtures are designed for the long hallways and high ceilings common in data‑center halls. With integrated power cords, daisy‑chain capability and a spring‑loaded hanging hook, they go up quickly and stay secure. The included remote control lets teams manage lighting zones without climbing lifts or navigating around active trades.

Together, these solutions help contractors keep work areas safe, visible and productive without adding complexity to an already demanding build.

Key Technical Specs

Solera G3 Solar Area Light

  • Fully off‑grid, no trenching or wiring needed
  • Up to 6,000 lumens; comparable to 250W HID
  • LiFePO4 battery with 2000+ cycles
  • Selectable CCT (3000K/4000K/5000K)
  • Built‑in motion sensor, photocell and charge indicator
  • Replaceable battery integrated into the solar panel
  • Multiple optics (T2/T3/T4/T5) and optional shields

Light Efficient Design Temporary Work Lights

  • 60W, 100W and 150W models, providing up to 16,500 lumens
  • 20–35-ft integrated power cords (model dependent)
  • Daisy‑chain up to 600W total load
  • IP64 rated for damp locations
  • High‑CRI, high‑efficacy LED engine
  • Spring‑loaded hanging hook for fast installation

Learn more about Solera’s Solar Area Lights and Light Efficient Design’s temporary worksite lights.

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