Visual & Aerial Inspections
A Different Perspective on Critical Equipment
Routine equipment inspections are often limited by viewing distance, accessibility, and the locations from which components can be safely observed. As a result, elevated connections, insulators, and other critical hardware may not receive the same level of visual examination as more accessible equipment.
RATTLIR uses high-resolution visual imaging to examine components from perspectives that may not be available during routine inspections. When permitted by the facility, aerial inspections provide closer viewing angles of elevated and difficult-to-access equipment.
For facilities where drone operations are restricted, high-zoom digital photography is used to examine these components from suitable ground-based locations.
Observations are documented with supporting photographs to help facility personnel evaluate equipment condition and determine whether further investigation or maintenance is warranted.
The examples below illustrate the difference in perspective and how both methods can support visual condition assessments.
Aerial Imaging
High-resolution aerial photography provides closer views of elevated equipment and components that are difficult to examine from ground level. These additional perspectives allow for a more detailed visual assessment of equipment condition and supporting hardware
Ground-Based Imaging
High-zoom digital photography allows detailed visual examination of elevated and distant equipment from accessible ground locations. This method is particularly useful at facilities where drone operations are restricted, providing an alternative means of evaluating equipment condition without requiring aerial access.
Aerial Thermal Imaging
Aerial thermography provides additional viewing angles for evaluating thermal conditions on energized electrical equipment. This approach can help identify abnormal temperature patterns on elevated components that may be difficult to access using ground-based equipment.
Discuss Your Visual Inspection Needs
Whether you're planning a comprehensive switchyard assessment or need a closer examination of difficult to access equipment, RATTLIR can develop an inspection approach based on your facility's requirements and operating restrictions.
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