Drone stockpile volume management

Periodic Stock Management: Digital Inventory of Bulk Materials in Beringen

For a long-term client in Beringen, Droneview.be provides regular monitoring of their bulk material stocks. By periodically mapping the site with drones, the client always has an up-to-date digital inventory and an exact overview of available volumes in cubic meters (m³).

The Challenge: Manual Measurement vs. Digital Precision

Visually estimating or manually measuring large piles of sand, gravel, or aggregates is error-prone and time-consuming. Our client needed a system that offered:

  • Speed: Measuring the entire stock without disrupting site operations.
  • Reliability: Accurate volume calculations directly usable for accounting and logistical planning.
  • Reporting: A clear overview per material type in an easy-to-read report.

Our Solution: Drone Photogrammetry & Volumetrics

During each measurement cycle, we generate a detailed 3D reconstruction of the stockpiles. Using advanced software, we calculate each volume with centimeter-level precision.

Stockpile volume measurement Beringen

 

  • Data Acquisition: Fast drone flight over storage zones.
  • Analysis: Calculation of ‘cut & fill’ volumes based on a digital surface model.
  • Output: A detailed PDF report and CSV export with the exact m³ per stockpile.

Direct Impact for the Client

Thanks to our reporting, the client knows exactly how much material is available. This prevents shortages, optimizes purchasing, and ensures flawless internal inventory management. It is the ultimate combination of technology and practical site management.

Project Details (Stock Management)

Feature Description
Location Beringen, Belgium
Frequency Periodic monitoring
Technology High-res aerial photogrammetry
Output Volume reports (m³), Orthophoto & CSV data