Multiquip Inc. is lighting up party, special event and construction sites with its new GloBug lighting systems, the newest addition to its 2005 product line. The new illumination balloons provide 360[degree] of glare-free illumination as a solo light unit or as part of a complete gen-set package, the company said.
In either configuration, the GloBug uses a single 1 kW metal halide lamp encased by a 45 in. balloon. According to the Carson, Calif. company, the lights can illuminate in excess of 150 ft. in a complete 360[degree] area, making it ideal for use during parties, road construction, parking lot lighting, maintenance, mining, disaster relief, landscaping, special events and ag applications.
The lights use 2.9 kW of 120 V power and can self-inflate their balloons in less than 20 seconds, Multiquip said. The balloon is made of a waterproof, glare-free material and is attached to a three-stage mast on the stand-alone unit which extends 13 ft. In the gen-set option, a four-stage mast is used. It extends 16.5 ft. using a manual winch. The solo unit uses gas shock absorbers for extension and a locking latch to lock in height.
When configured with the gen-set option, the GloBug light is attached to a rolling cart which supports the generator unit. Multiquip said the light can be fitted with most OEM generators that have an output of 2.9 kW or more. The light system is available with Multiquip's GA-6H gen-set, a portable gasoline unit powered by a 337 cc, single-cylinder Honda GX340 engine. The 11 hp engine drives a brushless Denyo generator end for 6 kW of peak power and 5 kW of continuous power. As a generator unit, the GloBug weighs in at 243 lb. including gen-set, rolling cart and pneumatic tires. The cart features an internal ballast and counterweights to lock the outriggers in place to prevent tipping. It also has a quick disconnect power cable, lifting hook, parking brake and safety winch.
The stand-alone GloBug weighs 139 lb. and is fitted with a caster wheel stand which is designed for easy transportability in areas with limited space. The stand has five outriggers to stabilize the unit and removable ballast box.
Multiquip offers both GloBug light systems with a series of balloon options induding a reflector balloon and a drum balloon with Velcro strips to adhere signage. Balloons can also be customized for special occasions and events.
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