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Transform your surveying operations with drone technology

Published by Jack Harkins on 25 June, 2024, updated on 25 June, 2024.

Transform your surveying operations with drone technology

Embrace efficiency, accuracy, and safety with Sphere Drones

Drones are set to transform the surveying landscape, making the process faster, more cost-effective, and safer. According to a report by Air Services Australia, commercial drone usage is projected to reach 60 million flights per year in Australia by 2043.

Now is the time to integrate this cutting-edge technology into your surveying operations.

Why choose drones for surveying?

Aspect Traditional methods Using drone solutions Improvements
Time 1-2 weeks for large areas 1-2 days for large areas 85-90% faster
Cost $10,000 to $30,000 per survey $1,000 to $5,000 per survey 70-80% cost reduction
Safety High risk due to working at heights Low-risk, remote operation 75-80% reduction in safety incidents
Data accuracy Subject to human error, limited perspectives High precision with advanced sensors 20-30% more accurate data

Key benefits of drone surveying

1. Efficiency and Speed

  • Drones: Complete surveys in a fraction of the time, allowing projects to progress faster.
  • Traditional Methods: Time-consuming and labour-intensive, often leading to project delays.

2. Cost-Effectiveness

  • Drones: Significantly reduce costs by cutting down on manpower and equipment needs.
  • Traditional Methods: High expenses due to extensive labour and equipment requirements.

3. Enhanced Safety

  • Drones: Survey challenging terrains or even hazardous areas without risking the safety of workers.
  • Traditional Methods: Expose workers to hazardous conditions and potential accidents or simply unable to access certain areas.

4. Accurate and Reliable Data

  • Drones: Capture high-resolution images and detailed reports, providing comprehensive data.
  • Traditional Methods: More prone to human error and limited in perspective.

5. Versatility and Accessibility

  • Drones: Easily access hard-to-reach areas, providing flexibility in various environments.
  • Traditional Methods: Limited by physical constraints and accessibility issues.

6. Instant Insights

  • Drones: Deliver real-time data, enabling immediate decision-making.
  • Traditional Methods: Delays in data collection and analysis, slowing down the response time.

    Overcoming traditional surveying challenges

    Traditional surveying methods can be slow, expensive, and pose significant risks to personnel. Labour-intensive processes, high equipment costs, and hazardous working conditions often hinder efficiency and safety. Drones offer a transformative solution, addressing these challenges with speed, cost savings, enhanced safety, and superior data accuracy.

    Transform your industry with drone technology

    Discover how our cutting-edge drone technology has enhanced surveying across various industries, from water utilities to mining. By adopting drone solutions, your business can achieve new levels of efficiency, accuracy, and safety.

    If you are interested in learning more about our drone solutions on offer, fill out the form below, or call us on 1800 119 111.

    The statistics presented are based on industry research, safety reports, internal analysis, and case studies from Air Services Australia.

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