What is LED Shipyard Lighting?

Shipyard lights from LED Lighting Supply deliver high-performance illumination specifically engineered for massive port and shipyard environments. Our industrial-grade fixtures provide brilliant, uniform coverage across expansive outdoor areas while meeting stringent maritime lighting standards. With IP66-rated construction and marine-grade finishes, these systems handle the unique challenges of saltwater environments and 24/7 operations.

What are the Most Common Types of LED Lighting Supply Fixtures Used in a Container Port and Ship Yard?

• Commercial and Industrial Flood Lights: High-output flood lights engineered for vast outdoor coverage deliver the same performance found in major sports stadiums. Customized optic packages create precise beam patterns from 15-degree narrow spot to 120-degree wide flood configurations. Marine-grade models feature specialized powder-coated and epoxy finishes that resist saltwater corrosion for decades of reliable operation.
• Commercial and Industrial High Mast Lighting: DOT-grade high mast fixtures mount on poles up to 150 feet with specialized optics that distribute powerful illumination across enormous spaces. Advanced beam control eliminates light spill while maximizing coverage efficiency for container yards and loading areas.
• Explosion Proof Lights: Class 1 Division 1 and Class 1 Division 2 certified fixtures handle areas with fuel storage or flammable materials. Both indoor and outdoor models feature robust epoxy finishes and meet strict safety codes for hazardous locations.
• Crane Lights: Specialized crane lighting systems illuminate work zones beneath mobile equipment, ensuring worker safety during loading operations. Vibration-resistant mounting and wide-angle optics maintain consistent coverage as cranes move.
• Emergency lighting: Portable floodlight replacements exceed metal halide output while offering instant deployment. Battery backup systems provide reliable emergency illumination during power outages.

What are the Benefits of Using LED Lighting Solutions in a Shipyard or Container Port?

Superior Light Quality: Advanced LED arrays eliminate the dark spots and uneven coverage common with traditional HID systems. Uniform distribution across massive areas improves safety and operational efficiency during critical loading and inspection tasks.

Dramatic Energy Savings: Power consumption drops by 60-70% compared to equivalent metal halide installations. For ports operating hundreds of fixtures around the clock, this translates to substantial monthly utility cost reductions.

Minimal Maintenance Requirements: Eliminate costly bucket truck rentals and lamp replacement schedules. With 100,000+ hour lifespans, these fixtures provide years of maintenance-free operation even when mounted on towering high-mast poles.

Marine Environment Durability: IP66-rated housings with specialized marine coatings withstand constant saltwater exposure and extreme weather conditions. Industrial-grade materials ensure reliable performance in the harshest coastal environments.

Immediate Full Output: Zero warm-up time means instant visibility when switching on, unlike HID systems that require several minutes to reach full brightness. Critical for emergency response and safety protocols.

What are the Recommended Foot Candles To Achieve Proper Lighting Levels for Areas of a Ship Yard or Port?

General yard outdoor areas: 5-10 fc

Loading and unloading areas: 20-50 fc

Inspection and repair areas: 50-100 fc

General area lighting: 5-10 fc

Ship maintenance areas: 20-50 fc

Safety and Performance Certifications

All our fixtures carry essential certifications, including DLC Premium, UL Listed, and ETL Listed approvals. These certifications ensure safety, performance, and energy efficiency while qualifying your project for utility rebates and tax incentives. DLC Premium certification guarantees the highest efficiency standards and maximum rebate eligibility.

Warranty and Warranty Support

All our lights come with at least a 5-year warranty, and all warranty support is based in the USA. We take customer support seriously, and helping you with a warranty claim is important to us. Our experienced support team understands the importance of keeping your lighting operational and will work quickly to resolve any warranty issues.

Need Help? Talk to an LED Shipyard Light Expert.

With so many options and fixtures available, selecting the right solution requires careful consideration of your specific operational requirements. Our sales engineers bring 17 years of expertise in LED lighting for shipyards and container ports. Share your project details with us, and we'll recommend the optimal fixtures and configurations for your application. We provide complimentary lighting design services to ensure proper illumination levels and uniform light distribution across your entire facility.

LED Shipyard Lighting FAQs

What is the Best Pole Height for Area Lighting at a Shipyard?

Optimal pole heights typically range from 30 to 50 feet depending on your coverage area and fixture wattage. Higher poles with 400-1000 watt fixtures reduce the number of poles needed while improving uniformity ratios. We create free photometric plans that calculate exact pole spacing and heights based on your foot-candle requirements and site layout.

Can You Retrofit Existing Shipyard Lights or is it Best to Use New LED Fixtures?

New LED industrial fixtures deliver superior performance with Type III and Type V optics designed for wide-area coverage. Retrofit lights typically limit you to basic 120-degree distributions without the precision optics needed for optimal shipyard illumination. New fixtures also provide DLC Premium certification and better heat management for marine environments.

What are the Best LED Lights for Illuminating the Loading Dock / Container Port?

Covered docks perform best with 200-400 watt canopy lights featuring 120-degree optics for even coverage underneath structures. Open dock areas require 15-60 degree flood lights or wall packs mounted 25-35 feet high to minimize glare while maintaining proper vertical illumination for cargo handling.

What's the Best Way to Reduce Dark Spots / Shadows at a Shipping Terminal and Container Yard?

Dark spots result from poor fixture placement and incorrect optics selection. Our lighting design software calculates exact uniformity ratios before installation, typically achieving 2.5:1 or better uniformity. Proper overlapping of Type V optics patterns eliminates shadows between container stacks and crane areas.

Do you have LED Lighting Options for the Container Cranes?

Our 5G vibration-resistant flood lights handle constant crane movement and salt spray exposure. These fixtures feature 15-45 degree optics and operate reliably in marine environments. The auto-sensing drivers maintain consistent output despite voltage fluctuations common in crane electrical systems.

Will Your LED Fixtures Work with a Lighting Control System?

All fixtures integrate with existing control systems through 0-10V dimming or NEMA socket photocells. Our drivers auto-adjust from 120-277V or 347-480V without customer programming. Most installations achieve additional 30-40% energy savings when paired with daylight harvesting and occupancy controls.