Data center construction has entered a new era with faster schedules, tighter safety requirements, and increasingly complex mechanical and electrical environments. As contractors race to deliver hyperscale facilities that support AI, cloud computing, and high‑density workloads, one often‑overlooked element has become mission‑critical: temporary lighting.
The right temp lighting system doesn’t just illuminate a jobsite. It improves safety, accelerates productivity, and adapts to the unique challenges of large‑scale data center builds. That’s exactly why our customizable TIGRESS Prefab temporary lighting solutions are quickly becoming the preferred choice for contractors working on next‑generation facilities.
High‑Output Illumination Built for Massive Spaces
Data centers aren’t typical commercial buildings. They feature:
- Expansive equipment halls
- Multi‑level mezzanines
- Long corridors and high‑bay environments
- Dense mechanical and electrical rooms
Our lighting delivers high‑output illumination (P/N 15742 - 100W, 15,000 Lumens or P/N 15743 - 150W, 22,500 Lumens) that cuts through these large volumes of space, ensuring crews can work confidently and safely, even during early‑stage construction when natural light is limited and permanent lighting is months away.
Engineered for the Safety Standards Contractors Must Meet
Large‑scale data center projects come with strict safety expectations from owners, GCs, and AHJs. Our lighting is designed to align with those requirements, offering:
- Durable construction
- Reliable electrical connections
- Secure mounting options
- Compatibility with common job-site power configurations
Contractors can deploy our temp lights knowing they support the safety culture demanded on hyperscale projects.
Customizable Connectors for Real‑World Jobsite Flexibility
Every data center project is different, and temporary power layouts evolve constantly. EPCO TIGRESS Prefab temp lights offer a range of connector options to match the electrical infrastructure on site:
- NEMA L7‑20 277V Twist Lock
- NEMA 5‑15
- 120/277V Locking Plugs & Connectors
This flexibility allows contractors to integrate lighting seamlessly into existing temporary power systems with no need for workarounds, no rewiring, no delays.
Compatible With the Cables Contractors Already Use
Our TIGRESS Prefab P/N 15742 and 15743 lights are designed to work with the most common cable types found on data center jobsites:
- SJTW cord
- NM‑B cable
- MC cable
- FMC whips (when used with a suitable connector)
This compatibility reduces waste on the jobsite, ensures ease of installation, and enables crews to use materials already stocked on site.
Smart, Contractor‑Friendly Features
We have designed our temp lighting around the realities of fast‑paced construction environments. Key features include:
- 3‑conductor lever‑nut connectors for quick, secure terminations
- Cord lengths from 1 ft. to 35 ft. to support both short runs and long spans.
- 1/2" trade‑size knockouts for easy integration into junction boxes and enclosures
- Stainless steel carabiner for fast, reliable mounting
- Bulk packaging options to minimize prefab shop clutter and reduce unboxing time.
- Easy‑to‑install design that minimizes labor time and keeps projects moving.
Each one of these details was engineered to help contractors work faster and safer.
The Bottom Line
Data center construction demands speed, precision, and unwavering safety. Our customizable temporary lighting is built specifically for that environment, delivering the performance, flexibility, and reliability contractors need to keep these high‑stakes projects on track.
If you are building the next generation of digital infrastructure, your lighting should work as hard as your team does. Our system is ready for the challenge.