The winds of change, Forestry and Drone Technology, storm Arwen and Drone Technology, The monitoring and observance of forests and woodlands can pose a tiresome and exhaustive process in a sense that requires an abundant amount of workforce and skills and appropriate resources. when a catastrophic event hits it it becomes increasingly difficult for the forestry managers and workers to take immediate action owing to the large span of areas that constitute forests and the dangers that it produces.
As a means of relief, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) help in terms of aerial surveillance, mapping, aerial photography, thermal imagery, and topographic monitoring. Subsequently, enabling forestry managers to take swift and immediate action and make increased and faster decisions based on real time data. this also aids in wildlife conservation, biodiversity and vegetation conservation, the balance of ecology, and similar aspects of forestry by getting back to normal as quickly as possible.
Tree health and disease detection
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning fuelling the drones have proved beneficial in the space of tree disease detection and prevention. LiDAR sensors in drones help accumulate and process data attributed to the wellbeing of trees, vegetation, and bushlands. Thermal imagery, topographic surveying, aerial mapping help locate diseased flora and navigate horticulturists and forest officials towards improving their conditions.
Simple and Repeatable
Using drone technology to monitor growth of forestry or in some cases the potential decline can be invaluable, the ability to be able to plan an automated mission that the drone will follow time after time after time, the automated flight plan can be saved and flown at any point to re create a comparative data set to accurately monitor health and growth.
Windblown Storm Arwen
In November 2021 parts of the UK and predominantly the Scottish Borders and Cumbria were hit with winds gusting more than 75mph with the highest being 98mph in Northumberland.
As well as devastation to property, infrastructure, and utilities, large areas of woodland were devastated with more than approximately 1 million Metric tonnes of windblown trees and an estimated 4000 hectares of land (just smaller than Dundee) roughly 1/3 of what would be felled nationally in a given year.
Although windblown events are rare and hard to predict, when they happen the after-effects can be devastating with forestry management plans shattered, plans that could have been planned to encompass forest management and timber felling and replanting, sustainability for the next 5 or 10 years.
Forestry and Estate managers have a huge task calculating affected areas, clearance, felling permissions, all before a plan for replanting.
Windblown areas can be highly dangerous areas with uprooted trees blocking access partly fallen and weak trees ready to fall at any time, some weighing over 3500 kilos (3.5 tonnes) creating a serious risk to life for forest workers.
Application of drone technology
Utilising drone technology at the right time can improve workflow by gathering vital data in the hours and days after an that can help facilitate quicker applications for felling, understanding the site and the extent of the damage, access routes, damage to utilities and other structures, priority clearance.
If the data is collected correctly the production of Ortho-mosaic topography, lidar maps, digital terrain models, digital surface models.
Multiple file formats Tif, Tiff for import into GIS high-definition JPEG, 4k video, LIDAR, NDVI and NDRE, Thermal the information using the correct platform such as Iprosurv’s proprietary platform could be shared instantly with multiple stakeholders, insurers, loss adjusters, government organisations, contractors, forestry managers, and owners but to name a few.
Satellite Imagery vs Drone
By their true essence, Satellites have been immensely useful in the space of monitoring and surveillance by providing imagery and wide visual content. Their dynamic abilities help capture bountiful facets associated with many industries in which forestry is one of them.
They have no limited time frame of functioning or power issues and can produce results conveniently. Despite these qualities, satellites encompass a fair number of demerits that include compressed and sketchy aerial imagery as opposed to those captured by drones and UAVs.
Overcoming the disparate challenges and obstacles that come in the way of forestry, drone technology has helped surpass the same through its varied applications. Thrusting the abstraction of aerial imagery and monitoring, drone applications have brought the specialization of topographic surveillance, aerial photography, thermal imagery, and more to the forefront of forest cultivation.
The flexibility of drones allows them to capture high-resolution images and video in real-time, even during the humid tropical climate. Artificial Intelligence-powered drones, along with drones that use LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) and NDVI (Normalised Differential Vegetation Index)can monitor and inspect large areas with focussed coverage that yields faster and more precise results and data.
Introducing drones into your business
At Iprosurv we understand that taking on new technology can be daunting especially when there is so much to consider, types of drone, applications, software outputs, regulation and training. it easy to understand why some businesses just decide to avoid implementing drones into their workflow.
That’s why we run advice, guidance, and consultancy service, to offer businesses the opportunity to explore the use of drones without the cost, see our page on “Drones in your business, advice, guidance, consultancy”. to see if you would like to explore any of the services we offer whether that be, a house managed service, Iprosurv managed service or, expanding on your current drone operations.
The future of forestry
With the speed of deployment and the addition of multiple data outputs, GIS integration, health and safety mitigation, area coverage, and not forgetting cost as opposed to more traditional methods drones have to be a consideration within your forestry management workflow.
Redefining the elements of forestry, drone technology entails merits towards the progress and advancement of the forest ecosystems.
Drones, in this realm, push the boundaries of forest cultivation and maintenance, redeeming wildlife and vegetation, while also monitoring risks to prevent the felling of trees. With the adoption of drones, forestry can witness a high cascade of improvement and growth, like never before!
Training with Iprosurv
As Iprosurv are the largest single point supply chain of drone operations we have a huge amount of knowledge in many sectors from insurance, construction, environmental to security and sustainability we are also a CAA Recognised Assessment Entity (RAE), so we are able to train new drone pilots and organisations internal staff or workforce to help introduce drone technology into an existing workflow or new workflow.
Get a free consultation on the benefits of drone technology and where and how they can be integrated into your business or any of the other services Iprosurv provide. info@iprosurv.com
Suppose you are experiencing difficulties with fly tipping on your work site or property. In that case, gaining evidence and subsequent legal representation could lead to a win in the law courts and a swift resolution. The effective use of drones and the camera footage they can capture can be examined in this case study.
The situation
A large vacant industrial unit was awaiting new business tenants. Although security staff patrolled the premises, an organised travelling group overwhelmed and evaded them and proceeded to set up camp on the grounds. Many caravans and the accompanying support vehicles built a large encampment. They started to use the empty building as a fly-tipping site. This was a well-organised operation, with many vehicles turning up throughout the day and night to dispose of waste.
Risks
The risks to health and the environment were impossible to calculate, as no official paperwork nor adherence to health and safety regulations was in place. There was no control over the nature of the illegally dumped items within the building. The client suspected that possible hazardous waste materials might also be left onsite. If this situation continues, the resulting removal and clean-up operation could run to costs beyond 100k. It would require costly Insurance claims and pay-outs. So, this untenable situation needed action.
The traditional route for resolution
In the past, the routes to resolution for similar situations have been passive. For example, waiting for the group to fill the site with debris and move on. This has the obvious positive that little conflict would arise. Though the resulting environmental risks, rising financial loss of rental and the clean-up, not to mention the impact on the local community are undesirable outcomes.
The second option would be to see if evidence of criminal activity could be obtained and submit this to the police to act. Although the police may not get involved quickly and so the more rapid route would be to gain evidence to support applications for injunctions and or evictions. This is the more proactive approach and initially the security company may be considered. However, in this scenario, it was felt that it may antagonise the situation and lead to a violent response.
How drone camera footage was utilised
The security company commissioned Iprosurv to deploy drone cameras to assist them in the collection of strong evidence. Iprosurv and its dedicated drone pilot operators use the latest technology drones. The cameras have zoom capabilities meaning that we could conduct covert surveillance from a safe distance in the initial stages. Vehicles were observed to have number plates exchanged, as drones were able to follow them to the various locations. Once there was sufficient evidence for an eviction process, the drones were further utilised during the eviction process itself.
Surveillance during eviction
Having an eye in the sky during the eviction of the offending group was invaluable. The aerial reconnaissance allowed for risk assessment and determination of resource requirements prior. Exits and entries were identified and considered in the eviction plan. The drones were able to gather evidence whilst eviction took place, ensuring that any violence from occupiers would be captured to support criminal prosecutions. Whilst also providing evidence of the security teams acting within their powers and policies to negate any future complains from the illegal occupiers.
Results
The eviction went fairly smoothly and completion of the operation was 2-3 days in comparison to the usual 7-10 days. Owing to the shorter time frame, the waste deposited at the site was a reduction on similar fly-tipping operations. Meaning less impact on the environment. This also resulted in a reduction in subsequent clean-up costs and loss of rental revenue. The risks to personnel was lowered and the presence of the cameras provided health and safety and a duty of care to all. There was a diminished impact on local businesses and the residential community. Evidence of criminal activity and the identification of offenders led to both civil and criminal prosecutions, plus added intelligence for various agencies. Overall the client was satisfied with the effective use of the drone camera footage and the resulting benefits.
Are you a security company that does NOT currently offer airborne CCTV patrols as part of the services you offer to your clients?
Former police officer, and Iprosurv franchisee and drone operator Martin explains where Vastly experienced flying drones at music festivals, public protests, football matches and providing live-time feeds into controls.
Martin also has extensive experience in drone surveillance, thermal and visual searches of rural and urban environments for vulnerable and missing persons, aerial photography & videography. This vast experience makes Martin ideally placed to understand your drone security requirements. Get in touch to see how Martin and the Iprosurv team can help you develop your business and give you an edge over your competitors.
Are you a security company that does NOT currently offer airborne CCTV patrols as part of the services you offer to your clients?
If not, then maybe you need to be asking yourself, WHY NOT, because your competitors are certainly starting to offer it. Do you really want to get left behind and see your clients go elsewhere?
HOW DO DRONES IMPROVE YOUR SECURITY BUSINESS?
Drones are a valuable tool in your planning and preparation, through the use of aerial site surveys and inspections. Benefits of drones over other traditional methods include but are not limited to:
Ease of surveying locations that are difficult or expensive to access reduce health and safety risks when surveying sites
Provide accurate mapping data in comparison to Google Earth/Maps or other mapping applications
Effectively identify evacuation routes and RV points as well as entry/regress points (particularly relevant for public events such as festivals etc.
PUBLIC EVENTS/LARGE GATHERINGS
The use of drones at large gatherings and/or public events, such as music festivals, country shows etc, cannot be overstated, within the world of security. They provide:
Eye in the sky CCTV
Live link viewing into your command and control centre Effective Crowd Monitoring
Crime Prevention/Detection Mobile aerial security patrols
Perimeter patrols – prevent unwanted or non-paying persons
Immediate response to incidents, providing situational awareness and overview
Allows ground resources to be deployed effectively
Immediate response to incidents, providing situational awareness and immediate overview
Allows ground resources to be deployed effectively
Mobile public address systems and spotlight capability (drone model dependent)
SITES and PREMESES
Whether your clients requirements are a construction site, vacant premises, a distribution centre or educational premises, the use of drones provide an additional and valuable level of security, that will give you the edge of your competitors.
Uses include but not limited to:
Complimenting or replacing human static and mobile resources
Regular surveys to provide a continual intelligence picture of the location
Mobile perimeter patrols – aerial patrols can be conducted more effectively due to camera technology
Thermal imagining cameras can detect potential criminal activity that the human eye cannot see.
Several aerial patrols can be conducted in same time as a human resource foot patrol
Thermal imaging of buildings to detect issues such as fires or floods
Asset monitoring
Iprosurv and its security experts are on hand to provide businesses with sound, professional, bespoke advice for your business, weather you want to out source drone operations as part of your business plan or want to be able to offer your clients and in house solution such as Iprosurv’s managed service, we can help.
The long awaited and insightful PWC report “Skies Without Limits v2.0” into drone technology has been published, and as always, makes very interesting reading for any drone organisation or organisation wanting to introduce the benefits of drone technology into their workflow.
Some key points and note worthy information contained in the report.
Reduction in carbon emissions
Drone contribution to the UK economy
Net cost savings
Job creation
We have seen many of our customers realise the benefits of integrating drones into their workflows, whilst appreciating the value add return, from immediate critical decision-making, safer, cheaper, and with less impact on the environment than traditional methods.
@PwC has released their Skies Without Limits v2.0
‘A refreshed look at how drones could impact the UK’s economy, jobs, productivity, and quality of life.
If your wanting to integrate drones into your existing workflow talk to us about managed service or visit www.iprosurv.com and contact us for a consultation.
When you’ve spent as long as I have in the police force (27 years!!), you can get to a point where nothing much surprises or fazes you. That was certainly me up until 2020 when I discovered the power of drones.
I held a range of roles in my time in the police force from firearms officer and road policing to lead investigating officer and trauma risk incident manager. But when I caught wind of drones and how they could assist the police and other emergency services in their work, I knew I wanted to get involved. I knew that drones could make a real difference to the police and the communities that rely on us.
So, in September 2020, I qualified as a drone pilot and was one of the first to obtain the Civil Aviation Authority General Visual Line of Sight qualification. I was deployed to a range of situations from crime scenes and road traffic accidents to natural disasters such as floods and storms. We also started using drones to help us police crowded spaces such as public events, protests, music festivals and football matches.
Of course, a drone can never replace a police officer but the impact they had on our operations was incredible. The oversight, insight and hard data they provided to us in near real time was invaluable and they are rapidly becoming a core tool in every police force’s box.
But like all good things, my career with the police came to an end in April this year but I knew I had only just begun my exploration of drones and what they are capable of. But knowing you want something and figuring out how to do it are two entirely different matters. I knew I had to find the right partner for this next phase in my career.
That was when I found Iprosurv. A well-established, nationwide, technically advanced company that had a real focus on professionalism and raising the profile of commercial drones was looking for new franchisees to help expand the reach of drones even further.
That sounded good to me and when I saw the enthusiasm for drones that Rebecca has and her conviction that our use of drones is still in its infancy, convinced me that I had found the perfect organisation to allow me to enter the world of commercial drone operations.
While it’s all very new, it’s all very similar at the same time. I have lots of practical experience in the kinds of applications that Iprosurv want to see drones being used in and the recent establishment of the Iprosurv training academy means that I can bring my experience to more and more pilots across the country.
It’s an exciting time for drone technology, for Iprosurv and of course for me. Like Rebecca I believe we have only just scratched the surface of what drones are capable of and I can’t wait to get started in spreading the word and the enthusiasm for drones far and wide under the Iprosurv banner.
“Martin brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to Iprosurv and we are looking forward to supporting him on his journey with us, Martin due to his past experience will be a great asset and a great addition to the team especially in our security sector”
CEO Iprosurv Rebecca Jones
You can visit my webpage to find out more about me and the services I can offer HERE
You can also visit the Iprosurv opportunities’ page to find out more about being an Iprosurv Partner HERE
One of the UK’s leading commercial drone providers secures Recognised Assessment Entity (RAE) status, Iprosurv becomes the latest CAA-approved drone flight trainer in the UK, gaining approval from the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) to provide drone flight training across the UK.
Under the new approval, Iprosurv will provide two forms of training to individuals looking to move into the commercial drone sector.
The entry level training course, which can be conducted online or in person, provides students with the basics of drone flight safety, an understanding of all the relevant laws and regulations and testing to secure their A2 CofC qualification.
The second training course provides students with the qualification they need to apply for their own operational authorisation from the CAA and work in more challenging environments than the A2 C of C qualification above.
The course can be completed online or in person over two days for the theory element followed an in-person practical flight assessment culminating in a General Visual Line of Sight Certificate upon successful completion of the training.
The launch of the training division comes after five months of preparation by Iprosurv and due diligence conducted by the CAA and is Iprosurv’s latest step towards bringing greater professionalism to the commercial drone sector.
The training Division will be run by Andrew Hamilton, former Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) sector lead for the CAA and Police drone pilot, who joined Iprosurv as Training and Development Director in September 2021.
Commenting on the launch of the training division, Hamilton said: “From its inception, Iprosurv has had professionalism at the heart of the operation and the establishment of our training arm allows us bring our high levels of technical expertise and professionalism to a wider audience.
“Our instructors have a huge range of theoretical and practical expertise to share having worked with the CAA, various police forces, MOD and come with deep experience of the regulatory landscape in which drones operate.
Continual Professional Development
“But crucially, our training goes beyond securing certificates. We will continue to support our students with continuous professional development and with support in how to get started in the sector. It’s an exciting time in our development.”
Iprosurv, which has been operating in the commercial drone sector since 2014, has extensive experience operating drones in challenging environments – everything from building and crane inspections to crop surveys and supporting the emergency and police services.
Operating Safety Case
The ability to deploy drones across such a range of requirements is only possible due to the extensive approvals received by the company from the CAA encompassing an operating safety case (OSC) for both reduced distances and extended visual line of sight since 2017. These operational exemptions have been given, in part, as a result of Iprosurv’s strong focus on operator competency and continual professional development of the pilots.
Operational Environments
Rebecca Jones, CEO and co-founder of Iprosurv, added: “We have always prided ourselves on our technical competence and professional approach to drone deployment. Adding a training arm to our business is the next logical step as we seek to bring more operators up to the standards that the CAA demands but also takes a consideration of the operational environment.
Rebecca Jones, CEO and co-founder of Iprosurv, added: “We have always prided ourselves on our technical competence and professional approach to drone deployment. Adding a training arm to our business is the next logical step as we seek to bring more operators up to the standards that the CAA demands but also takes a consideration of the operational environment.
“We brought Andrew on board because we knew he had the experience and the expertise to provide the kind of training we have always aspired to give.
“We are the only female-led CAA-approved drone trainer in the country but our real point of differentiation is that we don’t just train pilots to the highest standards but will provide them with all the support they need to plot their own path into the commercial drone sector.
“With Andrew experience and expertise combined with our existing technical expertise, I’m confident we will continue to make a strong contribution to raising professional standards in the sector and in the process introduce more organisations to the wider benefits of drones.”
Operating in the commercial sector since 2014, Iprosurv actively pioneers the use of drones in a variety of commercial sectors. Since inception Iprosurv have assisted organisations and businesses by exploring along with implementing on demand drone solutions via their national supply chain of drone operators to a variety of commercial organisations including Fortune 500 companies and global organisations.
Iprosurv possess extensive regulatory approval from the Civil Aviation Authority, through our complex operations exemptions operating with a limited take-off and landing areas in congested and urban environments along with an additional exemption for Extended flight (EVLOS).
Approved by the Civil Aviation Authority as a Recognised Assessment Entity (RAE) we provide standard and bespoke training solutions to organisations or individuals wanting to become a CAA approved drone pilot or upgrade their qualification.
From building surveys to flood response to assisting emergency services, Iprosurv continues to push the boundaries of how drones can be used in business.
The winds of change, Windblown forestry, storm Arwen and Drone Technology, The monitoring and observance of forests and woodlands can pose a tiresome and exhaustive process in a sense that requires an abundant amount of workforce and skills and appropriate resources. when a catastrophic event hits it it becomes increasingly difficult for the forestry managers and workers to take immediate action owing to the large span of areas that constitute forests and the dangers that it produces.
As a means of relief, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) help in terms of aerial surveillance, mapping, aerial photography, thermal imagery, and topographic monitoring. Subsequently, enabling forestry managers to take swift and immediate action and make increased and faster decisions based on real time data. this also aids in wildlife conservation, biodiversity and vegetation conservation, the balance of ecology, and similar aspects of forestry by getting back to normal as quickly as possible.
Tree health and disease detection
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning fuelling the drones have proved beneficial in the space of tree disease detection and prevention. LiDAR sensors in drones help accumulate and process data attributed to the wellbeing of trees, vegetation, and bushlands. Thermal imagery, topographic surveying, aerial mapping help locate diseased flora and navigate horticulturists and forest officials towards improving their conditions.
Windblown Storm Arwen
In November 2021 parts of the UK and predominantly the Scottish Borders and Cumbria were hit with winds gusting more than 75mph with the highest being 98mph in Northumberland.
As well as devastation to property, infrastructure, and utilities, large areas of woodland were devastated with more than approximately 1 million Metric tonnes of windblown trees and an estimated 4000 hectares of land (just smaller than Dundee) roughly 1/3 of what would be felled nationally in a given year.
Although windblown events are rare and hard to predict, when they happen the after-effects can be devastating with forestry management plans shattered, plans that could have been planned to encompass forest management and timber felling and replanting, sustainability for the next 5 or 10 years.
Forestry and Estate managers have a huge task calculating affected areas, clearance, felling permissions, all before a plan for replanting.
Windblown areas can be highly dangerous areas with uprooted trees blocking access partly fallen and weak trees ready to fall at any time, some weighing over 3500 kilos (3.5 tonnes) creating a serious risk to life for forest workers.
Application of drone technology
Utilising drone technology at the right time can improve workflow by gathering vital data in the hours and days after an that can help facilitate quicker applications for felling, understanding the site and the extent of the damage, access routes, damage to utilities and other structures, priority clearance.
If the data is collected correctly the production of Ortho-mosaic topography, lidar maps, digital terrain models, digital surface models.
Multiple file formats Tif, Tiff for import into GIS high-definition JPEG, 4k video, LIDAR, NDVI and NDRE, Thermal the information using the correct platform such as Iprosurv’s proprietary platform could be shared instantly with multiple stakeholders, insurers, loss adjusters, government organisations, contractors, forestry managers, and owners but to name a few.
Satellite Imagery vs Drone
By their true essence, Satellites have been immensely useful in the space of monitoring and surveillance by providing imagery and wide visual content. Their dynamic abilities help capture bountiful facets associated with many industries in which forestry is one of them.
They have no limited time frame of functioning or power issues and can produce results conveniently. Despite these qualities, satellites encompass a fair number of demerits that include compressed and sketchy aerial imagery as opposed to those captured by drones and UAVs.
Overcoming the disparate challenges and obstacles that come in the way of forestry, drone technology has helped surpass the same through its varied applications. Thrusting the abstraction of aerial imagery and monitoring, drone applications have brought the specialization of topographic surveillance, aerial photography, thermal imagery, and more to the forefront of forest cultivation.
The flexibility of drones allows them to capture high-resolution images and video in real-time, even during the humid tropical climate. Artificial Intelligence-powered drones, along with drones that use LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) and NDVI (Normalised Differential Vegetation Index)can monitor and inspect large areas with focussed coverage that yields faster and more precise results and data.
Introducing drones into your business
At Iprosurv we understand that taking on new technology can be daunting especially when there is so much to consider, types of drone, applications, software outputs, regulation and training. it easy to understand why some businesses just decide to avoid implementing drones into their workflow.
That’s why we run advice, guidance, and consultancy service, to offer businesses the opportunity to explore the use of drones without the cost, see our page on “Drones in your business, advice, guidance, consultancy”. to see if you would like to explore any of the services we offer whether that be, a house managed service, Iprosurv managed service or, expanding on your current drone operations.
The future of forestry
With the speed of deployment and the addition of multiple data outputs, GIS integration, health and safety mitigation, area coverage, and not forgetting cost as opposed to more traditional methods drones have to be a consideration within your forestry management workflow.
Redefining the elements of forestry, drone technology entails merits towards the progress and advancement of the forest ecosystems. Drones, in this realm, push the boundaries of forest cultivation and maintenance, redeeming wildlife and vegetation, while also monitoring risks to prevent the felling of trees. With the adoption of drones, forestry can witness a high cascade of improvement and growth, like never before!
Drone technology continues building on solid foundations in construction.
Managing a construction project is no small task. From tracking site progress and monitoring safety, overseeing subcontractors and, keeping stakeholders informed, there is almost no end to the level of coordination required on any given day.
It’s no wonder project managers on job sites of all sizes are turning to drones for support. The construction industry has been one of the earliest and most enthusiastic adopters of drone technology. In the last year alone, the commercial drone industry has grown 240% and much of that growth is driven by the construction industry.
Aerial photos, maps, and 3D models have the power to transform your workflow.
Not only can drones save your construction projects money and resources, but they also give your team a technical set of data for more informed communication and decision making.
Sites can be monitored at any time interval to allow new data on the progress of the site to maintain an efficient workflow and site monitoring.
MAPPING AND 3D MODELING
Alongside surveys, innovation in drone software systems allows accurate contour maps and 3D models to be produced, based on footage and data gathered.
The process of high-resolution aerial imagery 3D modeling comes in
various formats but essentially enables images of the whole project area to be captured and merged into a comprehensive model of the area.
2D images can also be generated based on mapping technology.
Whilst 3D imagery offers full model benefits, 2D images allow accurate measurements and adjustment.
ONE DATA SET – MULTIPLE OUTPUTS
In most cases a single data set can be used in multiple outputs producing an Orth mosaic 2D image to look at the whole site in minute detail allowing you to assess site progress, safety issues and anything else you need to monitor.
As a 2d data set this is taking imagery in NADIR (camera facing straight down), it is very hard to understand levels and relief on the ground.
Using the same data set a DTM (Digital Terrain Model) can be produced at the same time, allowing site managers and planners to understand the elevation of the site, heights, and levels.
CUT AND FILL AND VOLUMETRIC CALCULATIONS INSTANTLY
During the early stages of the project, drones can play an important role in the levelling of the prospective site. due to the Geo tagged images and onboard sensors the drone can take land level calculations it can then through specific software calculate cut and fill amounts and locations. Stockpiles can also be monitored to ensure safety and compliance.
All this can be converted into a site-specific report for all stakeholders.
PROGRESS MONITORING
Many of the latest drone systems incorporate advanced situational and positional awareness for enhanced security and in-the-moment evaluation, response, and planning. Drones make the production of weekly progress maps far quicker, easier, and less costly than traditional methods. They also facilitate greater and easier information exchanges between construction companies and their clients, boosting overall efficiency, transparency, and communication.
SECURITY, MAINTENANCE, SAFETY
Security must be one of the main contributing factors to site safety using drones can allow site managers and stakeholders to quickly assess the installation and maintenance of security measures such as fencing, on-site cameras, equipment security and storage etc.
Using thermal cameras can give added security to help monitor and detect site activity during silent hours.
Due to the height of operations of the drone, a unique data aspect can be obtained to identify further risks such as proximity issues of waste and storage or other materials which could cause fire hazards and other issues.
Where areas are completely inaccessible, drones can be used and where there’s uncertainty about safety issues, drone technology can be used to save time as well as minimize risk. For example, drones can analyze roof structures from above, and with the use of a specialist internal drone which can be used in internal structures to gather data.
RISK AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT
Any areas considered too risky for sending in personnel, such as dangerous structures, areas where hazardous materials are leaking or where there’s risk of fire from flammable materials, mean using a drone presents a safer option as the drone operator can remain at a safe distance.
Specialist drones can be employed where access is restricted with onboard thermal, RGB cameras, and high-intensity spotlights all housed in a collision-proof cage to avoid damage.
SUPPLIED OR IN-HOUSE DRONE SOLUTION?
We know that one size never fits all, so we tailor our services to your needs. We can provide a full service of the pilot, equipment, data collection and, delivery.
Or if you want to add drones to your workflow, we can help you manage your drone proposition, source pilots and we’ll take care of all aspects of the drone management down to licensing and provide a white-labeled case management system for the delivery and monitoring of your data.
Established in 2014, Iprosurv provides companies with the in-house capability of drone and data/media delivery services. Our CAMERA system and optimum drone operator platform provides bespoke services be that an on-demand, fully managed service to independent data/media delivery services.
Iprosurv is a pioneer in the provision of drone technology across a range of industries. Its current network of pilots, covering the entirety of the UK, use a proprietary system to record, store and deliver drone data to clients in a fast and secure way. From building surveys to flood response to assisting emergency services, Iprosurv continues to push the boundaries of how drones can be used in business.
A lack of awareness or willingness to explore the benefits of drone technology in insurance could be holding back the development of the sector, according to new research.
A survey of nearly 100 insurers and brokers across the UK, conducted by Research in Insurance in Evolution of Claims conjunction with Iprosurv, found that despite drone technology being identified as one of the top five pieces of technology insurance practitioners want to see used more, the majority of the market still doesn’t employ them.
When asked what kind of technology they would like to see used more in the industry, drones proved to be the fifth most popular behind automated claims processing, claims portals, greater use of videos and cameras, and the introduction of claims apps, out of a total of 20 choices.
Despite this appetite for adoption, of those surveyed, 60% of insurers and 89% of brokers said they weren’t currently using drones.
Lack Of Awareness
Nearly a third of insurers (32%) and 28% of brokers admitted that they just don’t understand the tech with 11% of insurers and 30% of brokers saying they don’t see a need.
However, it does seem that there is an appetite to use drones within organisations with 29% of insurers and 9% of brokers blaming a lack of appetite in the organisation for their absence. This is highest (30%) among those working at a support level of the business.
However, when asked if they would use drones if they reduced the claims life cycle, not one insurer said that they wouldn’t use them with only 6% of brokers ruling the idea out.
Nearly half of insurers (46%) and 35% of brokers said they definitely would use them but again, there appears to be resistance to drones at certain levels in some organisations with 54% of respondents saying they didn’t have the influence to introduce them to their business.
Rebecca Jones CEO Iprosurv
“It’s remarkable that drones can be one of the most eagerly anticipated pieces of technology in insurance, yet the majority of organisations aren’t currently using them,” said Rebecca Jones, CEO and co-founder of Iprosurv, one of the UK’s leading drone services providers.
“We know from working with a growing number of insurers, brokers and loss adjusters over the last seven years that drones significantly reduce the amount of time it takes to assess a claim and do so at a fraction of the cost of traditional approaches.
“The industry is telling us that this is exactly what they want, and these services are available from a number of organisations across the country, yet the industry as a whole just doesn’t seem to be able to properly explore the opportunities presented.”
Drones played a key role in many organisations’ ability to manage claims at the height of the pandemic with loss adjusters and insurers using drones to conduct remote assessments while their people were confined to their homes.
And the benefits of that approach appear in the research with 40% of insurers and 33% of brokers reporting a positive impact of adjusters employing remote technology to manage claims.
Tech in the Pandemic
Conversely, adjusters not embracing remote technology during the pandemic appears to have had an impact on service levels with nearly half of insurers (47%) and brokers alike (49%) saying they had seen a negative impact from adjusters not being able to get out during lockdown.
“Over the last seven years, we have seen more and more insurers, adjusters and now brokers switch on to what drones can do for their businesses and their clients and it appears that these early adopters continue to enjoy a competitive advantage.
“It is clear from the research that the appetite for increased drone use is there – it’s up to us and the rest of the commercial drone sector to keep showcasing what drones can do until the majority of the market is employing them to transform the way we manage claims.”
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Iprosurv is a pioneer in the provision of drone technology across a range of industries. Its current network of pilots, covering the entirety of the UK, use a proprietary system to record, store and deliver drone data to clients in a fast and secure way. From building surveys to flood response to assisting emergency services, Iprosurv continues to push the boundaries of how drones can be used in business.
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