Natural Gas Pipeline & Right-of-Way Inspections
Precision thermal and visual inspections for natural gas pipelines and right-of-way corridors - designed to detect leaks, corrosion, and hazards early, maintain regulatory compliance, and protect personnel and the environment.
RATTLIR delivers drone-based inspections equipped with methane detection sensors, along with high resolution thermal and visual imaging - allowing pipeline operators to locate leaks quickly, assess pipeline health, and act proactively, all without disrupting operations.
What We Inspect
(Visual + Thermal + Aerial + Close Proximity)
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Pipeline Integrity
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Methane leaks detected remotely with drone-mounted sensors
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External corrosion and coating defects (when accessible)
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Valve stations, regulators, and metering stations
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Exposed pipe segments and mechanical damage
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Cathodic protection system exposure and anomalies
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Right-of-Way (ROW) & Environmental Conditions
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Vegetation encroachment and tree fall risk
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Erosion, washouts, and subsidence
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Unauthorized construction or digging near ROW
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Access roads and terrain conditions
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Encroachment or safety hazards
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Ancillary Equipment
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Compressor stations
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Pump and metering stations
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Cathodic protection rectifiers
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Above-ground appurtenances
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How We Do It
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Drone-based thermal, optical, and methane gas detection inspections
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High-resolution geotagged imaging for defect and lead identification
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Repeatable flight paths for consistent data and performance monitoring
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Low-impact inspections that do not require pipeline shutdowns
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Real-time alerts when methane is detected
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Rapid reporting with prioritized risk and severity rankings
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Data integration for predictive maintenance and regulatory compliance
Why it Matters
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Detect methane leaks before they become dangerous or costly
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Ensure regulatory compliance and environmental protection
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Reduce unplanned downtime and avoid major repair costs
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Protect workers and nearby communities
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Support predictive maintenance programs and risk management
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Enhance safety, reliability, and asset longevity
Ideal For
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Gas transmission companies
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Pipeline operators and owners
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Municipal utilities managing gas distribution
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O&M contractors
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Regulatory and environmental oversight teams
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