What you need to know before hiring a solar CCTV tower

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Post Written by Abigail Saxton

12th November 2025

A Solar CCTV Tower is a rapid-deployment security solution for remote or temporary sites. These standalone towers use solar panels to power high-definition cameras and advanced detection systems. Ideal for construction, highways, rail, and renewable energy projects, they offer 24/7 surveillance without needing mains power or fixed infrastructure.

What makes solar different?

Solar CCTV Towers are self-sufficient. They don’t need noisy generators or trenching for cables. This makes them faster and cheaper to deploy, especially where traditional power isn’t available.

They’re quiet, sustainable, and compliant with many environmental regulations. Each tower includes solar panels, battery storage, inverter and Victron portal to monitor the power levels remotely and panel directions. 

Solar CCTV tower FAQs

  • Can they run in winter? Yes, our towers use high-capacity batteries and with the Victron portal to monitor the power levels remotely and panel directions, they are very reliable in winter.
  • Are they easy to move? Very. They’re designed for mobility and can be relocated as your project progresses.
  • What makes our solar tower different from the competition? Our Solar CCTV tower is powered by 4 x 330w solar panels and 12 batteries. This ensures that our tower runs reliably in the winter winters without the need for charging or a hybrid power supply. 

Staying legally compliant

Installing CCTV brings obligations under the Data Protection Act. SmartWatch ensures every tower complies, with signage, secure data storage, and privacy-compliant camera positioning. 

Features & requirements

SmartWatch towers include:

  • 6m mast with 360° camera coverage
  • Infrared, High definition, or thermal imaging options
  • Motion detection + smart analytics
  • Live Audio challenge system
  • 24/7 monitoring and rapid response
  • Solar power + battery 

How to install & maintain

Our engineers conduct risk assessments before installation. Once deployed, the towers are monitored remotely by our in-house control room. Most maintenance issues are resolved remotely within minutes; on-site visits are rare.

What’s next?

Ready to secure your site? Contact SmartWatch for a tailored quote or learn more at smartwatchsolutions.co.uk.

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