Thermal Drone Inspections
Thermal drone inspections capture infrared radiation using radiometric thermal cameras to reveal invisible anomalies: hot spots, insulation losses and electrical faults. With RTK, we obtain georeferenced, comparable captures that turn data into predictive maintenance decisions.
We operate DJI M300 RTK platforms with FLIR / XT2 / H20T sensors, adjusting calibration and emissivity to each scenario. We deliver georeferenced reports with IR/RGB evidence, severity levels and recommendations, reducing risk, accelerating O&M and improving ROI through objective, repeatable and traceable diagnostics.
What DoesThermal Drone Inspection Involve?
Thermal drone inspection captures infrared radiation using radiometric thermal cameras to reveal hot spots, insulation losses and hidden electrical faults. With RTK, we record georeferenced, repeatable data, adjusting emissivity and environmental conditions to ensure consistent measurements and reliable predictive maintenance.
We correlate IR/RGB data and apply IEC 62446 criteria with consistent thermal thresholds. Control of calibration, distance, humidity and wind ensures metrological quality. The result is accurate thermal maps and comparable evidence that enables prioritisation of cleaning, repair, replacement or monitoring without compromising safety or operational continuity.
We deliver georeferenced reports including thermal maps, IR/RGB images, severity classification and recommendations. Annual traceability by component builds an objective history for O&M, reduces false positives, supports outage planning, improves ROI and documents compliance with demanding technical audits and standards.
Benefits of Thermal Camera Inspections with Drones
Thermal drone inspections quickly locate hot spots and energy losses. Using radiometric thermal cameras and RTK, we deliver comparable data, clear reports and action plans that reduce downtime and improve maintenance efficiency.
Early detection of electrical and thermal faults.
Safety: fewer working-at-height operations and reduced risk.
Fast coverage of large areas.
Radiometric data comparable between campaigns.
Reports prioritised by severity.
Reduced downtime and improved O&M.
The georeferenced report classifies anomalies by severity and cost, with IR/RGB evidence and precise location. Annual traceability optimises predictive maintenance, reduces losses and improves asset ROI.
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Types of Defects Detected with Thermal Drone Inspection
Thermal cameras reveal hot spots, insulation losses, loose connections, faulty diodes and friction-related overheating in equipment. With RTK, we fix exact positions to repeat captures and measure evolution over time, providing objective evidence to safely prioritise repairs.
Why Choose SG solutions drones
We combine sector expertise with high-performance thermography (DJI XT2/H20T, FLIR) on Matrice 300 RTK platforms. We deliver auditable reports in under 48 hours, with repeatable radiometric data that supports safe, cost-effective decisions.
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Accurate and safe thermal diagnostics. We convert radiometric captures into actionable reports that reduce risk, anticipate failures and increase availability.
Speak with a specialist and request a sample report. We will propose a plan with timelines, calibration and deliverables ready for predictive maintenance and SCADA/CMMS integration.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thermal Drone Inspections
A radiometric image is a thermal image where each pixel contains a temperature value. It enables quantitative measurements and comparison between campaigns for predictive maintenance.
We operate DJI Matrice 300 RTK platforms equipped with DJI XT2 / H20T cameras and FLIR technology, delivering high-resolution radiometric images.
Yes. A properly calibrated thermal camera improves accuracy and repeatability. We adjust parameters according to emissivity and environmental conditions.
Photovoltaic plants, electrical lines, wind farms, antennas and industrial processes. We detect hot spots, thermal losses and electrical faults across critical assets.
A georeferenced report including IR/RGB evidence, severity classification, recommended actions and files exportable to SCADA/CMMS.
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