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Security, safety & connectivity
for the jobsite

Construction sites are prime targets for theft and vandalism, and the leading site for worker deaths — yet most greenfield sites have no power, no network and no eyes on the ground. IronNode fills that gap with a rented solar tower that deploys day one and watches the whole site, 24/7.

IronNode eTower on a construction site, duotoned in steel
Construction jobsite under IronNode coverage, duotoned
Protect your jobsite from day one

Coverage the moment ground breaks

Traditional security falls short on the dirt: guards run thousands a month, and trailer CCTV needs a truck and power that isn't there yet. IronNode is a standalone, off-grid tower that fills the gaps in your existing setup — or covers the whole site on its own — with real-time monitoring, edge-AI detection and instant alerts.

  • Off-grid reliabilitySolar plus dual-battery keeps units online day and night — no utility power. Starlink / 5G keeps live access in remote areas.
  • Night vision built for jobsitesHD/4K visible cameras paired with thermal/IR see in total darkness and through dust, fog and glare.
  • Edge AI & rapid responseOn-tower AI reads behavior, triggers audio talk-downs and can escalate to your team or a monitoring partner in seconds.
  • Built for harsh environmentsIP-rated hardware on a 50 mph wind-rated carbon mast — proven across seven years of field-hardened generations.
  • Proof at the perimeterPTZ, panoramic and thermal cameras secure entry points, laydown yards and the fence line across wide areas.
  • Share with first respondersOptional live video sharing and remote camera access for police and public-safety partners when it matters.
Tailored for the jobsite

Features designed for construction security

Every capability rides on the same rented tower — no extra trailers, no wiring, no site prep.

Rapid response

Alert & AI talk-down

When AI flags a threat, the tower issues an automated audio warning and can escalate to your team or a monitoring partner.

Perimeter

Intrusion detection

Draw geofences around laydown yards and entry points; get real-time alerts the instant someone crosses after hours.

Safety

AI jobsite-safety detection

Computer vision flags missing guardrails, fall risks and PPE gaps in seconds — with a time-stamped audit trail.

Deterrence

Floodlights

Motion-triggered lighting spotlights suspicious activity and makes the site safer for crews working early or late.

Communicate

Loudspeakers

Broadcast live or automated messages to warn off intruders, direct crews, or call out unsafe behavior in real time.

Deploy

Rapid, mobile setup

One person stands a tower up in under three minutes — no concrete, wiring or internet. Move it as the site evolves.

Visibility

4K + thermal cameras

High-resolution visible and thermal imaging deliver comprehensive coverage in any light or weather condition.

Connect

Site-wide connectivity

Starlink and 5G failover plus mesh WiFi bring network to every tablet, tool and sensor from the dirt phase on.

Prevent jobsite theft

Stop losses before they happen

Equipment, copper and materials walk off unsecured sites every year. A visible, always-on tower turns a soft target into a watched perimeter — deterring criminals, capturing high-quality evidence, and keeping the site covered after crews go home.

  • Protect equipment, tools and materials
  • Deter criminals with lights, audio & presence
  • Record time-stamped evidence for claims
  • Monitor deliveries, crews and subcontractors
  • Deter loitering and after-hours access
$2B+
Equipment & copper stolen from US jobsites each year
~20%
Of stolen equipment is ever recovered
1–5%
Added to project cost by theft and its knock-on delays
Day 1
IronNode is live — before power or a network reach the site

Figures reflect published US construction-industry theft estimates, not IronNode customer results. IronNode is running its first paid pilots — outcome data will replace these as it lands.

The hardware

Jobsite tower specs at a glance

CamerasHD/4K visible plus thermal/IR; PTZ and panoramic configurations on a sensor-ready masthead.
Mast6m carbon mast, 50 mph wind-rated; patented gas-strut self-leveling deploy.
PowerSolar with dual-battery backup; 1.5 kWh on board for multi-day autonomous runtime.
ConnectivityStarlink / 4G / 5G uplink with failover; site-wide mesh WiFi and remote access via app.
RuggedizationIP-rated enclosures engineered for extreme heat, cold, rain and dust — year-round uptime.
Deploy & moveVan-portable case format; one-person setup in under 3 minutes, no trailer or tow license.
StorageCloud video with mobile and web access; time-stamped clips retained for review and claims.
Fleet telemetryPer-unit health, GPS, geofence and tamper alerts across your whole portfolio of towers.
Time-lapse view of construction progress, duotoned
Beyond security

See your whole project

The same cameras that secure the site build a visual record of it. Generate time-lapses to share with owners and investors, track milestones, resolve disputes, and document safety compliance — all from live and recorded footage, without anyone driving out to the site.

  • Track progress & milestonesA continuous visual timeline of the build for stakeholders and reporting.
  • Resolve disputes with evidenceTime-stamped footage settles delivery, damage and safety questions fast.
IronNode camera monitoring site deliveries, duotoned
Operations

Manage deliveries & crews remotely

Because every tower is accessible from anywhere, you know the instant a delivery arrives or a crew shows up — from any location. Get a motion alert on your phone, confirm the lumber landed, and schedule your framers within minutes.

Your site is constantly evolving, and the fleet keeps pace: easily deployed, scaled and repositioned to cover multiple areas at once as the build changes.

Request a pilot
IronNode tower on site at dusk, duotoned
One rented system

All-in-one — rented, not sold

Cameras, sensors, lights, speakers, AI and connectivity ride on one tower and integrate with the security you already have — so every corner is covered and blind spots disappear.

And it fills those gaps without the capex. On-site guards are costly and inconsistent; a solar-powered, self-contained tower delivers 24/7 coverage with no drilling, wiring or heavy install. The hardware stays on our balance sheet — you pay per tower, per month.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is an IronNode tower and how does it work?

It's a portable, self-contained solar tower with AI cameras and edge computing that deploys to a site in minutes. Unlike fixed systems that need permanent power and network, it runs off-grid and independently — ideal for greenfield sites with no existing infrastructure.

How is this different from hiring security guards?

A tower watches the whole site at once, day and night, from more vantage points than a guard can cover — and it never takes a break. It deters, detects and documents around the clock, typically at a fraction of the cost of a staffed post.

How fast can a tower be deployed?

One person can stand a tower up in under three minutes — no concrete, wiring, trenching or internet connection. We deliver it, position it, and it's working the same day.

Can I access footage remotely?

Yes. Live and recorded footage is available anytime from the mobile app or web dashboard — view alerts, control cameras and manage the whole fleet from your phone or tablet.

How does it reduce false alarms?

Edge AI scores each event's confidence and combines multiple signals before it alerts, and human review can verify anything ambiguous — so you're notified about genuine threats, not passing wildlife or weather.

Does it run on solar for the whole project?

Yes. Solar and dual batteries provide multi-day autonomous runtime, engineered to carry through low-sun periods and short winter days without a grid connection.

Is it weather-resistant?

Towers are IP-rated and built to operate year-round through rain, snow, dust and heat, on a 50 mph wind-rated mast — with remote monitoring so no one has to visit the site in bad conditions.

Can towers move between jobsites?

Yes. Units are van-portable and repositioned as the site evolves. Because it's a rental, we deliver towers when your project needs them and collect them when it's done.

How does it help with liability and insurance?

Continuous, time-stamped footage stored in the cloud documents safety incidents and site conditions — helping meet insurer requirements and resolve claims and disputes with evidence rather than recollection.

Request a pilot

Put a tower on your jobsite

We're running paid, full-site pilots with SoCal GCs and ENR contractors this year. Tell us about your site and we'll scope a deployment — risk-free.