Equipment designed to improve workplace safety and monitoring is advancing rapidly, thanks to the integration of drones.
Oil and gas refineries are among the early adopters of practical drone use, recognizing the immense versatility of drones, which enhance inspection efficiency, streamline maintenance processes, and significantly mitigate risks for workers, especially in challenging inspection scenarios.
This innovative approach fosters a robust safety culture and encourages ongoing improvement in operational practices.
The application of drones for refinery inspections has been a significant leap forward in safety and operational efficiency for major corporations like Shell, Chevron, BP, and others. Soaring is at the forefront of this transformation, facilitating safer inspections and enabling early problem detection.
During full-scale shutdowns, refineries face tight time constraints for regular maintenance.
Drones expand the scope and oversight of workers during these shutdowns, enabling thorough inspections within these limited windows.
They provide unparalleled access to storage tanks, pipelines, and other essential components that are often difficult to reach. Recording capabilities for drones also enable workers to record useful footage from their inspections.
In terms of safety, potential hazards within refineries, including dangerous fumes and fire risks, make drones an invaluable asset.
By utilizing drones for inspections, the risk of accidents in circumstances where human participation was previously required is drastically reduced.
Soaring specializes in cutting-edge drone solutions tailored to industrial needs.
Our drones are equipped with high-resolution cameras and various sensors to provide aerial surveys of refinery infrastructure, identifying structural weaknesses, corrosion, and other hidden failures that may escape ground-level inspection. Swift identification of potential issues empowers refineries to proactively address them, ensuring uninterrupted operations while safeguarding personnel and the environment.
Soaring’s drones dramatically shorten inspection durations while enhancing worker safety, ultimately driving improved refinery productivity.
This data-driven approach enables informed decision-making regarding asset management, prioritizing critical maintenance tasks, and consistently upholding safety standards.
Additionally, Soaring’s technology assures refineries adhere to rigorous regulatory compliance.
With strict safety standards in place to protect workers, the environment, and nearby communities, regular inspections are essential.
Manual inspections often require added PPE (personal protective equipment), as well as ladders and cranes. In response, Soaring’s drones present a sustainable alternative that eliminates the need for added equipment, also providing savings.
As drone technology continues to progress, Soaring’s contributions will redefine how refineries approach safety and operational excellence, benefiting the commercial and recreational sectors alike.
