What is the right generator, compressor or light tower for my project?
On construction sites and in other off-grid situations, a trio of essential equipment work together to provide the necessary utilities: generators, compressors, and light towers, also known as lighting towers. Generators act as the backbone, supplying portable electricity to power various tools and equipment. Compressors, fueled by this electricity or separate engines, provide compressed air for powering pneumatic tools and driving machinery. Finally, light towers equipped with powerful lamps illuminate the workspace during low-light conditions, ensuring safety and continued productivity. These three pieces of equipment work in tandem to keep projects running smoothly, even in the absence of a permanent connection to the grid.
rentmas offers a comprehensive selection of generators, compressors, and light towers to meet the needs of various construction projects and events. The platform’s generator selection features portable units suitable for powering electrical tools and equipment, with a range of power outputs and fuel types to choose from. For compressed air requirements, rentmas has a variety of compressor options, from small, piston-driven models ideal for carpentry tasks to larger options suitable for powering heavy machinery. rentmas’ selection of light towers includes engine- and battery-powered mobile towers with manual or hydraulic lifting systems, plug-in towers that are linkable in series, and solar-powered light towers. With fast delivery times and 24/7 service, rentmas aims to be your one-stop shop for temporary power, air supply, and lighting needs.
Generators
- Some typical applications: powering outdoor events and activities, industrial backup power, emergency backup power, disaster relief, and as a power infrastructure for remote locations
- Ideal areas of use: industrial facilities, construction sites, natural disaster sites, remote locations, outdoor event and festival sites
- What's unique: portable and self-contained power source, wide range of sizes to adapt to the size of your project/needs, can act as a last-minute temporary or backup power solution
- Not suitable for: long-term primary power source, environments with strict emissions regulations, quiet operations needs, and applications requiring very clean power
Compressors
- Some typical applications: demolition and excavation, surface preparation, sandblasting, concrete and shotcrete applications, tool operation (such as jackhammers, rock drills and pneumatic breakers), tire inflation, and pipe cleaning and blowing
- Ideal areas of use: construction sites, industrial settings (such as manufacturing plants, machine shops, and in the food and beverage industry), auto repair shops, body shops, and environmental applications
- What’s unique: versatility of applications (construction, manufacturing, everyday needs, etc.), clean and efficient power source, and scalability and controllability of pressure and flow rate
- Not suitable for: high-power requirements, long-distance power transmission, and applications requiring extremely clean air
Light towers
- Some typical applications: extending work hours, improving safety, and maintaining consistent work quality
- Ideal areas of use: building/infrastructure project sites, utility work sites, excavation/trenching sites, remote locations, emergency situations and project sites with concrete finishing, welding and/or cutting
- What’s unique: mobility and self-contained operation, versatile light coverage achieved by mast adjustment, weather resistant, durable for use in harsh environments, and various power source options
- Not suitable for: permanent lighting needs, small-scale or well-lit work areas
How do I rent a generator, compressor or light tower?
Renting a generator, compressor or light tower on rentmas is done in a few simple steps. Select the type of generator, compressor or light tower you want to rent, along with the location and dates you will need it for. Your search will give back a list of machines in order of shortest distance from the location you selected. If you have certain machine specs you’re looking for, you can use the platform’s filters to narrow down your search.
Once you’ve found the right generator, compressor or light tower, you can finalize your request by providing your billing and project site details. Add more machines to your request, or send your request with a single machine.
Our rental partner will then confirm availability of your requested machine(s). As soon as they approve the rental, you’ll receive an invoice from us and can pay the rental fee using your preferred method: bank transfer, credit card, Stripe, or SEPA Direct Debit.
Important considerations and safety requirements
- Training: Every operator should go through the appropriate training for use of the generator, compressor or light tower they intend to operate, as well as complete any required certifications
- Maintenance: Regular maintenance and inspection of the generator, compressor or light tower is essential to ensuring operational safety on the job site
- Working environment: Consider environmental conditions such as weather, ground conditions and size of any interior spaces
- Safety equipment: Always wear the prescribed protective equipment, including helmet and safety harness
- Load limits: Observe the specified load limits for each generator, compressor or light tower
Choosing the right generator, compressor or light tower depends on the requirements of your project. If you have any questions or uncertainties, don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re here to provide you with the knowledge you need to match the right generator, compressor or light tower to your project’s needs.
Advantages of rentmas
rentmas helps you quickly find the construction machines available for hire in your area. Simply select the type of machine you’re looking for, specify any characteristics or attachments you need, and then choose from the list of machines you get back from your search. After you’ve submitted your rental request, rentmas will step in and take care of the rest: logistics, from transport to insurance to invoicing, and beyond. So sit back and enjoy the many perks of the signature rentmas digital rental process.
Logistics on us
From transport to insurance to invoicing, rentmas takes care of all logistics and paperwork. Stick with us and get full-service project management at no extra cost.
24/7 rentals – ideal for last-minute requests
Being an online platform, our service is available around the clock. No need to take working hours into consideration – you can book a machine at any time.
Need a last-minute machine for tomorrow? No problem. Request a machine now on rentmas.
Transparent pricing
We believe in full transparency, especially when it comes to rental costs. We work with our partners to give you the best pricing for your rental and transport to and from the construction site.
The most competitive transport prices
The real-time location of machines on the platform lets you find the equipment closest to you. Save yourself unnecessarily higher transport costs and long delivery times – with the rentmas platform you can find the machines you need and as close to your project site as possible.
Trust is great, insurance is better
With our required liability insurance, you are well protected against unpleasant surprises, letting you invest 100% into focusing on your work.
Easy renting
Provider lists and countless phone calls are a thing of the past. Use the rentmas online platform to easily place, track and manage your rentals at any time, from any device.
Rent, don’t buy
Renting construction equipment offers your company the advantage of matching the latest models of the best machines to each of your individual projects.
Renting also comes with the comfort of never having to worry about regular maintenance or storage of the equipment, which is taken care of by the supplier.
Everything, everywhere
Our widespread supplier network means we always have a rental solution that’s never too far away. You can rent all the equipment for each of your projects and get next-day delivery.