Project overview
Will Dorahy, Head of Business Operations & Sales at Oratos Consult:
"Oratos Consult initially engaged Trendspek by recognising the potential for partnership with an advanced digital drone technology solution.
We identified an opportunity to leverage our expertise while offering a value-added service that delivers a safe, effective, and efficient asset condition assessment solution to our clients."
Oratos Consult now uses Trendspek's 3D to efficiently perform:
- Due Diligence Assessment
- Hard Technical Services and Building Fabric Condition Assessment
- High Precision Asset Data Collection
- Building Roof Safety and Compliance
- Thermal inspections
Using advanced drone photogrammetry, Oratos Consult conducted an aerial external asset assessment across three large facilities leveraging Trendspek's Preferred Capture Provider network.
This data was generated by Trendspek into high-fidelity, detailed 3D models of the structure, Precision Reality Twins, enabling stakeholders to perform virtual condition assessments of the facilities without the need for manual inspection in high-risk areas.
With millimetre detail of the PRT models and layering of thermal imagery, they successfully analysed all external building elements and equipment, including:
Roof Coverings, Cladding, Gutters, Down Pipes, Walls, Windows, Doors, HVAC, Electrical Infrastructure, PV and Safety Services.
This allowed Oratos Consult to streamline building audits, identify potential safety issues ahead of time and enhance both operational and capital financial planning through targeted investigations.
Services
Precision Reality Twins (PRT), Precision Asset Intelligence (PAI), Data Acquisition (Drones), Reporting and Project Management.
Project team
Key outcomes
6 hours
Capture time per asset
vs. the traditional capture time of weeks
24 hours
3D model creation
vs. traditional “no model, photos only”
60%+
More efficient
vs. performing a physical assessment.
Interactive
High-res model output
vs. the traditional output of photos and report
50%+
Time savings
vs. time spent on traditional data capture
Low risk
Safety
vs. traditional high-risk manual rope inspection
Measure roof deflection directly from 3D models
The integration of drones and 3D modelling significantly enhanced the speed and accuracy of Oratos Consult’s audits.
Key platform features, such as the ability to measure roof deflection directly from the 3D models and layer thermal imagery, enabled thorough inspections of the facade and additional elements such as HVAC systems, while allowing for direct markups and annotations of any concerns or defects within the Trendspek platform.
Wil Dorahy says:
“Trendspek’s solution provides a safe and efficient digital asset model that enables both our asset specialists and customers to virtually assess and manage assets more effectively.”
Zero-touch capture to reduce hazards
Leveraging aerial drone capture alongside 3D modeling for routine audits has provided Oratos Consult numerous advantages when compared to traditional methods.
“Where physical inspections would take several days and require specialist personnel, Trendspek’s digital-led solution enabled asset data collection and conditional assessment on the building’s roof to be completed up to 50% faster and with an overall 60% more efficiency than performing a physical assessment," says Will Dorahy.
"Drones can access hard-to-reach areas, providing a comprehensive view of the infrastructure. With 3D modelling, precise measurements and detailed structural assessments can be conducted remotely, reducing the need for manual inspections, and minimising potential risks to personnel.
This integrated approach boosts the efficiency of auditing processes, promptly identifies issues, and contributes to the overall safety and reliability of critical infrastructure."
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"In critical infrastructure and industrial sectors, conducting physical assessments on building rooftops are time-consuming and can present hazards. Leveraging technology to streamline this process not only saves time, but enhances efficiency and overall outcomes for clients."
Will Dorahy
HEAD OF BUSINESS OPERATIONS & SALES
20/20 vision of potential risks
The integration of Trendspek’s software allowed for a comprehensive assessment of assets and their operating environments in accessible, secure digital form.
Combining this with age assessment and other installation factors viewed within the digital platform provides a holistic understanding of asset longevity, that can be readily shared with stakeholders for effective maintenance planning and quality assurance.
“The use of aerial drone capture and 3D modeling with Trendspek enhances the decision-making processes by providing a safe and efficient solution for complex-built environments that require induction and safety protocols that restrict the ability to move freely around site.
The platform also expedites outcomes by complementing the asset lifecycle and condition reporting process, and facilitates both operational and capital planning decision-making,” says Will Dorahy.
Powerful visualisations for desktop audits
While their clients have typically been exposed to typical drone and photo solutions before, Oratos Consult offer Trendspek as their solution of choice due to its high-quality 3D models, digital workflows and scalability.
“The model is super attractive in critical infrastructure and industrial sectors because of accessibility, safety and a number of different factors including operations - you just can’t go up walking on the roof every day."
"The process was very efficient, we had one workshop with Trendspek’s product team to gain insights on how to navigate around the various large facilities that we carried out our asset condition assessments on," says Will Dorahy.
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