Crane Hub Magazine - Issue 1

REPORT TECHNOLOGY

Benefits of Choosing Drones For Part of Your Crane Inspection Team

This is just a tiny example of how drone technology can save you time and money and make your life easier. Drones are now being used for site inspections, and the latest drone technology is equipped with LIDAR, which will give you an accurate site survey and layout, making your CAD drawings more effective, precise, and less time-consuming. Brian Kelly, based in Scotland, had the vision early on to see the potential in this new technology and has been using it to its full ever since. As an Industry, we heavily rely on cranes, which are essential for various sectors, including industrial construction and the efficient functioning of our ports. These powerful machines are crucial to the logistics and infrastructure that underpin our industrial society.

62 CRANE HUB MAGAZINE In addition to the significant role cranes play, it is imperative to conduct regular inspections to ensure their safe and effective operation. There are innovative methods to streamline these inspections, enhancing both speed and safety, which is excellent news for the crane inspection industry. Whether you are an in-house inspector or part of an inspection service company, integrating modern technology and safety protocols into your crane inspection programs is both feasible and beneficial.

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