Enhancing Safety and Efficiency with Drone Surveying
In addition to 3D scanning using Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) technology to accurately measure and record precise locations, we also offer drone surveying for bridge formwork and coper projects. This provides an efficient, safe, and high-quality solution for construction, inspection, and maintenance.
Drones (or unmanned aerial vehicles, UAVs) enable us to access difficult-to-reach areas, removing the need for risky scaffolding or heavy machinery. They allow us to survey large areas quickly, significantly reducing the time required compared to traditional surveying methods. By using drones, Mekina can also work closely with you to monitor project progress, helping to identify potential issues early and prevent costly delays.
Delivering High-Resolution Data for Precision Projects
Equipped with high-resolution cameras, our drones capture a wealth of data. By taking multiple overlapping images, our Design team uses specialised software to stitch them together into a 3D mesh, which is then used to generate a point cloud. This point cloud—a collection of coordinates—reveals the contours of various assets within the site. The resulting data can be used to create site plans, floor layouts, site models, and any other documentation required for the project, with measurements accurate to within a few centimetres.
In sensitive areas, our drones allow us to survey surrounding vegetation, waterways, and wildlife habitats without causing disruption, ensuring full compliance with any environmental regulations you may encounter on your bridge project.
Certified Expertise in Drone Operation for Safe, Efficient Surveys
Our drone operators, employed by our sister company Dura Composites, hold the A2 Certificate of Competency (A2 CofC) as well as the new General Visual Line of Sight (GVC) certificate, both of which are required by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).
Let us help you keep your projects on track with our advanced drone surveying technology.
