Commissioned by EFI Global, Droneview.be performed a detailed drone inspection and volume measurement in Beersel. This project highlights the vital role of drone data in technical surveying and insurance claims, where precision and objective evidence are paramount.

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The Challenge: Accurate Data for Loss Adjusting

In technical surveys, capturing the actual site conditions flawlessly is essential. For this case, EFI Global required:

• High-Resolution Baseline: A detailed site overview with a GSD of 0.83 cm/pixel.
• Objective Volumetrics: Exact m³ determination of specific stockpiles for damage or inventory assessment.
• Digital Reconstruction: A point cloud exceeding 16 million points for further analysis.

Project Details (Survey Mapping)

Feature	Specification
Client	EFI Global
Location	Beersel, Belgium
Technology	Matrice 30T & Droneview Engine 4.2.0
Point Cloud	16,464,132 points

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).

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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.

 

• 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.

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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

Industrial Inspection at INEOS: Drone-Assisted Maintenance of Silos and Installations

For the production site of INEOS in Geel, Droneview.be conducted an intensive inspection day. Using advanced zoom technology, we mapped critical components of silos, towers, and complex industrial installations without the need for scaffolding or aerial work platforms.

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The Challenge: Safety and Speed in Maintenance

In a high-tech environment like INEOS, preventive maintenance is crucial. The challenge with traditional inspections is the accessibility of installations at significant heights.

• Safety: No human risks associated with working at heights.
• Efficiency: Inspecting multiple installations in a single day.
• Detail: Detecting minute defects such as early-stage corrosion (rust), hairline cracks, or loose bolts from a great distance.

Our Approach: Live Interaction and High-Power Zoom

During this mission, we deployed the DJI M30T. The strength of this drone lies in the combination of mobility and its powerful zoom camera.

• Real-time collaboration: The maintenance manager could follow the inspection live on a large screen in our mobile command post (van).

• Targeted inspection: Guided by the engineer, we could immediately zoom in on specific flanges, welds, or support points.
• Data capture: Every finding was directly recorded in high resolution for further analysis in the maintenance plan.

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Direct Impact for the Client

The live interaction between the drone pilot and the maintenance manager allowed for on-site decision-making. The drone functioned as the engineer’s “eyes in the sky,” resulting in enormous time savings and a complete overview of the technical state of the site.

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Project Details (Industrial RVI)

Feature	Description
Location	INEOS, Geel
Inspection Type	Remote Visual Inspection (RVI) at height
Equipment	DJI M30T (High-res Zoom & Thermal)
Special Feature	Live-view monitoring in mobile station

Thermal Building Analysis: Detecting Heat Loss in Woluwe-Saint-Pierre

For a residence in Woluwe-Saint-Pierre, Droneview.be conducted a comprehensive thermal insulation audit. By deploying both a thermal drone and a handheld thermal imaging camera indoors, we accurately mapped where the building loses energy and where the insulation falls short.

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The Challenge: Increasing Comfort and Reducing Energy Costs

The owner wanted an objective view of the energy status of the home. The focus was on:

• Identifying thermal bridges and insulation defects.
• Detecting heat loss at the roof and around windows.
• Detecting potential moisture-related issues invisible to the naked eye.

Our Methodology: Dual Thermal Inspection

For a 100% reliable result, we combined two techniques:

1. Aerial Analysis (Drone): Using the DJI M210T, we inspected the roof shell and the upper floors. This revealed clear leaks at the roof ridge and around the Velux skylight.
2. Interior Inspection (Handheld): Using a manual thermal camera, we checked the interior. This confirmed thermal bridges above the windows that were less visible from the outside.

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Key Findings

The inspection provided crucial insights for renovation planning:

• Roof Insulation: Significant heat leakage along the entire ridge line.
• Glazing: The thermal signature confirmed the presence of double glazing but also showed that an upgrade to high-efficiency glass would have a major impact on comfort.
• Moisture Detection: Thermal anomalies were found indicating moisture accumulation, extending beyond the already visible spots on the wall.

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Project Details (Residential Inspection)

Feature	Description
Location	Woluwe-Saint-Pierre
Inspection Type	Thermal insulation check (Interior + Exterior)
Equipment	DJI M210T & Handheld IR Camera
Result	Detailed report with renovation advice

Rapid Fault Detection in PV Systems: Preventing Yield Loss in Le Roeulx

During the final commissioning of a brand-new installation in Le Roeulx, an error message was detected on the inverter. Instead of the installer having to manually measure each of the 54 panels on the roof, Droneview.be completed the job from the air in just a few minutes.

This is a brilliant example of the direct return-on-investment (ROI) that a drone inspection provides.

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The Challenge: A Needle in a Haystack

When a new solar panel installation shows a defect, the installer faces a time-consuming task. To find the faulty panel, all panels often have to be disconnected and measured one by one. This means:

• Hours of work on a pitched roof.
• High labor costs and safety risks.
• Prolonged yield loss for the end customer.

Our Solution: Real-Time Thermal Detection

Using the DJI M210 and the radiometric Zenmuse XT2 camera, we flew over the installation under optimal sun conditions.

• Speed: The entire field was scanned within a single flight of a few minutes.
• Result: One specific panel (3rd from the right on the top row) showed an anomalous thermal pattern, indicating a full short circuit or a faulty bypass diode.
• Visual Verification: Thanks to simultaneous RGB recording, we could confirm there was no visible damage (such as glass breakage), pointing to an internal technical defect.

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Major Savings for the Contractor

Thanks to the exact localization, the technician from Ecochauffage could head straight to the correct panel. What could have normally been a day’s work was reduced to a quick 30-minute intervention.

Project Details (Quick Scan)

Feature	Description
Location	Le Roeulx
Client	Ecochauffage SRL
Installation	54 panels (Residential/SME)
Findings	1 fully defective panel localized

Thermal Inspection of Large-Scale Solar Panel Installations in Mechelen

For contractor Noven, Droneview.be conducted a detailed thermal audit on an extensive PV installation in Mechelen. This project focused on detecting production errors and installation damage to ensure the maximum yield of the new installation.

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The Challenge: Detecting Defects in New Installations

Even with brand-new solar parks, invisible defects can be present due to transport, placement, or manufacturing errors. For Noven, it was essential to:

• Perform a baseline measurement (zero-point) after installation.
• Locate specific hotspots and defective bypass diodes that are invisible to the naked eye.
• Prepare a technical evidence file for potential warranty claims with the manufacturer.

Our Methodology: High-Res Thermography & Zoom

For this assignment, we deployed the DJI M210, equipped with a dual-camera system:

• Zenmuse XT2 Thermal Camera: For capturing accurate temperature differences across the entire PV field.
• Zenmuse Z30 Zoom Camera: For extremely detailed visual inspection of individual cells without having to step onto the roof.
• Analysis: The installation was divided into zones (A to F) to report anomalies exactly to the installer.

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Results & Findings

During the inspection, several critical points were uncovered:

• Production Errors: Repeated hotspots on the same cell lines indicated serial defects.
• Installation Damage: Specific defects pointing to pressure points during transport or assembly.
• Yield Advice: Thanks to rapid detection, defective panels could be replaced specifically before significant yield loss occurred.

Project Details (Thermal Audit)

Feature	Description
Location	Mechelen
Client	Noven
Equipment	DJI M210 + Zenmuse XT2 & Z30
Application	Commissioning Inspection & Yield Control