Transmission & Distribution
Overhead power lines are an important part of our society, providing electricity to homes and businesses. However, these lines can also be dangerous if not properly maintained. Every year, there are reports of people being injured by power lines. To prevent these accidents, it is important to conduct regular inspections of the lines.
Manned aerial power line inspections are expensive and time-consuming; that’s why MM Superior Solutions offers a more effective method using premium drone equipment.
Why Use Drones?
Efficiency
Drones are the perfect tool for transmission and distribution line inspection. They are quick, efficient, and safe. With a drone, you can get a complete view of the entire line in just a few minutes. This allows you to identify any potential problems quickly and fix them before they become dangerous.
Safety
Drones can also be used to inspect lines that are difficult or dangerous to reach. This can save time and money, and it is much safer than sending someone up to do manual inspections of pylons where terrain often presents challenges.
Inspections that require a human presence can often be dangerous, time-consuming, and costly.
Cost-effective
Drones are also a cost-effective solution for power line inspections. They are cheaper to operate than manned aerial power line inspections, and they can be used to inspect lines that would otherwise be inaccessible.
Our Drone Technology
The D-RTK-GNSS system that MM Superior Solutions uses allows for approximately half an inch of accuracy and immunity to magnetic interference, which is important when inspecting lines near power generators.
We use high-quality cameras on our drones to give outstanding picture quality for remote visual testing. Their rapid deployment and ability to inspect a wide area all at once make them ideal for critical inspections and surveys.
Superior Detection Methods
Using a dual stream from both a thermal and visible spectrum camera, our drone operators can detect faults in power lines that may otherwise have been invisible to the naked eye.
High impedances in defect areas produce far more heat than the surrounding sections, therefore thermal imaging can be used to detect a wide range of issues, including:
- Loose connectors
- Broken wires
- Wet insulation
- Corrosion
- Hot spots
Thermal imaging can also help you save time and money by detecting problems before they become dangerous.
Superior Detection Methods
Using a dual stream from both a thermal and visible spectrum camera, our drone operators can detect faults in power lines that may otherwise have been invisible to the naked eye.
High impedances in defect areas produce far more heat than the surrounding sections, therefore thermal imaging can be used to detect a wide range of issues, including:
- Loose connectors
- Broken wires
- Wet insulation
- Corrosion
- Hot spots
Thermal imaging can also help you save time and money by detecting problems before they become dangerous.
Extensive Reports and Thorough Analysis
MM Superior Solutions’ service is ideal for organizations that need to have a solution in place quickly. Frequent data updates, as well as continuous analysis of previous findings and new developments, allow this process to complete thorough reports.
If you are looking for a safe and efficient way to conduct power line inspections, then drones are the solution for you. Contact MM Superior Solutions today to learn more about our drone services.
