Solar panels being inspected by a drone

Solar Farm Inspection Maximise energy production and minimise maintenance costs. Detect energy malfunctions faster, safer and more efficiently

Inspection is key to a high return on investment

A single faulty cell in a solar panel can affect the overall output of your system — wasting both energy and money. Drone inspections make it easy to spot these issues early. They cover large areas quickly and collect thermal and high-resolution data, helping you improve performance and get the most out of your investment.

Locate IrregularitiesRemote MonitoringGreater DetailKeep a Safe DistanceReduce Downtime

Locate Irregularities

Drones equipped with thermal imaging cameras allow you to accurately assess the condition of a solar farm. Infrared photographs can be used to detect extreme temperature differences that can locate otherwise unseen issues, such as concealed moisture damage and heat leakage.

A thermal image of solar panels on a solar farm

Remote Monitoring

The use of drone 3D modelling technologies gives you the opportunity to inspect a digital twin of a solar farm from the comfort of your office. This detailed replica can be inspected at a minute level, allowing you to make a record of any areas that are in need of attention. Issues such as poorly executed repairs, general damage and other potential weaknesses can be shared with your employees, suppliers and other shareholders at the click of a button.

A row of solar panels on a solar farm as seen from overhead

Greater Detail

In comparison to traditional solar farm inspections, drones provide a higher degree of detail. High-definition cameras and cutting-edge zoom lenses pick up the tiny details that may otherwise go unnoticed, such as missing connections, rust, or damaged insulators, while at the same time keeping personnel safe and on the ground.

A close up image of solar panels

Details from a Safe Distance

Our drones can capture the minute details of any object, without having to touch or even get close to it. Objects that once had to be shut down, climbed and traversed can now be inspected and monitored in real time more quickly, and with zero risk to personnel.

A solar farm battery storage station

Reduce/Negate Asset Downtime

Drone inspections do not need scaffolding, equipment and other structures to be erected. This leads to less downtime and higher productivity. Complying with appropriate health and safety regulations without sacrificing production time, allows for significant financial savings.

A partially completed solar farm under construction

Why use a drone for your solar farm inspection?

Quick turnaround

We understand that you need answers fast. We can deliver a plain-English report with clear-cut conclusions in days. Then, you can take the steps you need to and get back to doing what you do best.

Safety

The safety of your personnel and our own is paramount, and we place it at the forefront of our company culture. Ask us about our HSSE systems and practices.

Greater Accuracy

Drones capture high-quality, impartial information that gives you an exact assessment of the status and needs of your asset.

No risk to your assets

Our equipment won't touch or even go close to your assets. Our high-resolution cameras use optical zoom to give extreme close-up views while staying a safe distance away.

Detect hidden problems

We use cutting-edge technologies to detect problems that would otherwise be invisible. These include 4K ultra-HD photography/video, LIDAR and thermal imaging.

Cost-efficient

Drone inspections take up less of your manhours and resources than traditional inspections, giving you a faster and more budget-friendly return on your investment.

Real-time consulting

Sometimes the brief can change even in real-time. If need be, you can be stood there right next to the drone operator, directing them as the situation develops.

Keeping your operations running smoothly

Solar farm inspections can be slow and expensive. Our drones speed things up — capturing thermal and high-res data quickly, without the need for large teams on site. You get the insights you need to spot faults early, cut downtime, and keep your system performing at its best.

Solar panels being inspected by a drone
Get closer without risk  or delay

More efficient data collection

We collect accurate data on panel performance without sending teams up on rooftops or into the field. Early fault detection means quicker decisions, faster fixes, and fewer site visits. If panels are under warranty, we help you get replacements sorted before issues escalate — saving time and money.

Biological growth on a solar array as seen by a drone

We can help identify issues such as:

  • Manufacturing defects
  • Cell failure and degradation
  • Cracks
  • Soiling
  • Faulty inter-connectors
  • Defective bypass diodes
  • Delamination
  • Temporary shadowing

A thermal image of solar panels on a solar farm

Advantages of using drones equipped with thermal imaging camera:

  • Identify anomalies invisible to the naked eye
  • Fast and easy scan of solar panels during normal operations
  • Cover large area in a short amount of time
  • Geotagging - locate faulty modules easily
  • Detect defects and get them repaired quickly

The solar industry is constantly expanding. Solar panels can be expected to last 20 years. That means that maintenance and quality assurance are fundamental. A failure-free operation guarantees efficient power production, the long life of solar panels, and high ROI.

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