HIMOINSA has developed a hybrid lighting tower that combines a battery and diesel engine, guaranteeing a considerable reduction in emissions, noise and operating costs. It is an ideal solution for events and working areas requiring low sound emissions and reduced CO2 emissions.

This is a versatile lighting tower that can operate in four different working modes, as required by the client at any given time, either in ‘electric’ (100% battery) or 100% ‘diesel’ operating mode, as well as in ‘hybrid’ mode (diesel and battery), or even powered by the grid or any other external power source (such as a generator set). Key to this new development is that “in none of the selected working modes is there a reduction in lighting capacity, even when the hybrid option is selected,” adds Ruiz.

One of the main objectives of the HBOX+ Hybrid is to reduce the level of emissions. This lighting tower can reduce up to 2600 kg/year of CO2, operating eight hours/day in hybrid mode. See more

The HBOX+ Hybrid incorporates a smart control system that manages the hybrid system functions, thus ensuring ease of use for operators. The CET8 controller developed by HIMOINSA incorporates an assistant that guides the user for easy setup and operation. With just four clicks the system will be running at the point of maximum efficiency in each application.

The connectivity and remote control of the equipment is definitely guaranteed through the CET8 Hybrid APP, so that users can control the equipment from a smartphone, tablet or PC, and consult key indicators like battery status, fuel level, and service time, or even manage the equipment’s performance. They can decide, among other things, whether they want more running time or more lighting capacity in a very intuitive way by using the assistant. See more

This equipment has been designed to offer the user the possibility of maximising battery operating time, minimising engine use, and thus guaranteeing as much ‘zero noise’ operating time as possible.   

This period can be programmed, and the smart control system of the HBOX+ Hybrid will automatically manage the equipment’s best performance based on the hours defined by the user for this ‘zero noise’ period. An easy and intuitive management process that is carried out through the assistant integrated in the CET8 Hybrid controller. See more

The HBOX+ Hybrid provides a continuous running time of up to sixteen hours with zero emissions and zero noise. This hybrid lighting tower has an integrated dimming system that can automatically regulate the different variables (light intensity, battery running time, etc.) and select, in a flexible way, the best working mode according to each case.   

For maximum light output (6,400 m2), the unit will offer a running time of 4 hours, guaranteeing zero emissions and zero noise (for units fitted with two batteries).

Batteries can be charged using the external grid or the integrated back-up generator. Battery charging time is a bit over three hours, whether the generator or the grid is used. However, during this charging time, the HBOX+ Hybrid can continue to operate with the spotlights on to ensure non-stop operation if required.

The development of the HBOX+ Hybrid is without doubt a step forward in its strategy to develop a complete and innovative line of lighting towers. Of the new models being produced, HIMOINSA launched the HBOX+, followed by this hybrid version, and at the end of 2023 the company will also release new lighting tower models.