To maintain optimal water quality,  a regular tank inspection and cleaning is a necessity. Unfortunately, traditional tank operations can come with numerous costs and problems, such as hiring divers, draining tanks and suspending service.Om de waterkwaliteit optimaal te houden, zijn regelmatige tankinspecties en -reinigingen een noodzaak. Helaas kunnen de traditionele tankbewerkingen gepaard gaan met tal van kosten en problemen, zoals het inhuren van duikers, het aftappen van tanks en het opschorten van de service.

Deep Trekker‘s underwater drones allow users to perform precise inspections from above – without draining tanks or taking them out of service. In addition, the use of robots keeps divers away from unnecessary risks and complications.

By using the ROV camera’s live video feed, pilots can complete the inspection while recording everything the ROV sees. Simultaneously, photos or videos can be taken and voice notes can be recorded with the video for archiving and review purposes. With Deep Trekker, consistent and accurate inspections can be performed with a minimum of time and financial interference. Impact on drinking water and nature is therefore paramount, and keeping a drone clean is easier than a human!

The DT640 VAC  allows users to clean a tank floor. The suction head allows operators to effectively clean sediment and sludge through a pump and hose attached to the suction head. allows users to clean a tank floor. The suction head allows operators to effectively clean sediment and sludge through a pump and hose attached to the suction head.

The convenience of an underwater drone!

One of the biggest risks of putting divers in tanks is the risk of contamination from their equipment or personal bacteria if they don’t follow a strict procedure. There are many “corners” on a wetsuit that can contain bacteria and other potentially harmful substances for drinking water.

“It’s nice to save my divers from unnecessary climbing or entering a tank that was in good condition,” adds Jake Spaulding of Mountain West Commercial Diving, “It’s so much more fun to take the ROV to the top of a tower than to send a diver with equipment up a ladder of 22 meters. Now we only send divers if we know that it is necessary.”

Due to their ease of use, portability and ability to be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected, Deep Trekker underwater robots are ideal for inspecting and cleaning drinking water tanks, among other things. When working on drinking water tanks, there are specific procedures that must be followed to ensure the cleanliness and safety of the water. Not sure what a good procedure is for drinking water tanks or pipes? We’ve outlined the main steps for cleaning an ROV used by industry professionals below.

 

1.CHECK THAT THE EQUIPMENT IS INTENDED FOR DRINKING WATER USE ONLY.

It is imperative that the ROV and related equipment be used only for drinking water. Find a process that works for you and your company to control which vehicles are used exclusively for drinking water. It may also be helpful to have a system to track where and when each vehicle has been used to serve as further confirmation. Therefore, never use drones unnecessarily for different purposes, cleaning never gives 100% exclusion!

 

2. OBTAINING NEW (UNUSED) PLASTIC SHEETS.

Plastic sheets are necessary for thorough cleaning of the vehicle. The use of plastic sheets prevents the vehicle and associated equipment from being placed on the ground, and therefore, remains clean. Although these plates are disinfectible, it is important that these plastic plates are unused to further verify cleanliness.

The vehicle and cable, as well as any cords, ropes or additional equipment, will later be spread out on these plates for cleaning

 

3.OBTAINING A DISINFECTANT SOLUTION.

Disinfectant is essential for properly cleaning and keeping the drone clean. There are several guidelines that this must meet, and this can vary from authority to authority. A chlorine solution is often the most commonly chosen solution, and also recommended by us.

 

4. DISINFECT PLASTIC SHEETS USING THE DISINFECTANT SOLUTION..

By using an approved disinfectant solution, the plastic sheets should be thoroughly cleaned. Unused disposable protective gloves and clothing are required during this procedure to protect the personnel involved.

5. VEHICLE AND CABLE ARE PLACED ON A CLEAN AND DISINFECTED GROUND SHEET AND SPRAYED WITH DISINFECTANT.

Place the vehicle and cable on a clean and disinfected ground sheet. Spray the material thoroughly with the disinfectant.

All plastic ropes and cables, used for example to hoist a vehicle, are treated in the same way. All disinfected cords, cables and equipment are placed on clean, disinfected ground sheets while other parts are treated.

 

**Attention: these procedures are guidelines only and do not follow official regulations. Regulations vary somewhat from region to region, so it is important to consult with your local authorities about best practices. We provide you with guidelines here, which can be taken into account.

 

From inspection to action!

Effective inspection and cleaning is critical to good water maintenance. In water storage tanks, water sits virtually still. Over time, sediment sinks to the bottom. Even your drinking water has some particles and minerals in it. Small amounts of sediment do not affect the quality of the water or the health of those who drink it, it also has almost no impact on the structural integrity of the storage tank.

But as this sediment builds up over time and mixes into thicker sludge material, it can affect the quality of the water and the structure of the tank. Every tank manufacturer recommends regular inspection of the water tower and subsequent cleaning of the tanks to ensure long-term integrity.

With a robot, such as the DT640, you can perform tank cleaning efficiently and at regular intervals to prevent sediment or sludge from accumulating over time. The low cost of the vehicle makes it realistic to have an ongoing water storage tank maintenance program, either as a service provider or as the municipality itself.

Benefits of a ROV

Without an ROV, the inspection and cleaning of water tanks is usually performed by commercial divers. This involves using a team of divers and spotters to enter the confined space. This can be both risky and expensive.

In addition, placing a human diver in drinking water is not the most sanitary option. It is difficult and expensive to sanitize an entire diving suit, which may also have been used in non-potable water applications before entering the tank.

Options that apply to drinking water tanks often also apply to protected natural areas. Here, of course, no negative effects may appear on aquaculture. By cleaning and maintaining an underwater drone, these negative effects do not apply, and inspections can be done safely and easily. This gives unique opportunities because not everyone is allowed to inspect in protected areas without proof that there are no negative side effects.

Bron: Hydro-international.com

Even under a layer of ice, our drones are ‘just’ usable. It is easy and you are spared most of the cold! In these areas where humans hardly ever visit, it is important that the impact is brought to a minimum.

 

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Watertank inspection by using an underwater ROV or underwater drone. Cities, municipalities and contractors use these underwater cameras to document the condition of the tanks and to be able to intervene quickly in case of security problems.

 

INSPECTIONS OF WATER TANKS FOR SAFE DRINKING WATER

Safe and clean drinking water may be something we take for granted here in Western-Europe, but what we don’t realise is that behind the scenes a lot of time and money goes into making sure it continues. Reservoirs, water towers and pipelines all play a major role in the water that comes out of the tap. These systems all need to be inspected regularly to make sure that no harmful bacteria make their way into our homes.

 

CONVENTIONAL WATER TANK INSPECTION

In the past, divers were required to complete inspections – but with diver safety being a major priority, regular inspection of these tanks is too expensive and not really realistic anymore. This is one of the reasons to switch to a micro ROV like the DTG3 for your inspections!

 

ROV WATER TANK INSPECTION

There is a lot involved in the inspection of water tanks for drinking water. Many different things need to be taken into account and mistakes can have major consequences for public health.

To get you started, we have listed a few things to keep in mind during your inspections.

 

HYGIENIC CONDITIONS:

The construction of water towers and water storage facilities are designed to minimise the risk of contaminants entering the water. Even with these protocols in place, it is essential to first investigate the sanitary conditions of the tank and resolve any problems as quickly as possible.

Ensure that no insects, etc. have fallen into the storage area.

The use of the grab arm can help remove objects from the tanks.

Inspect the roof and sidewalls to ensure they are watertight and have no gaps. Inspect the brackets that connect the overflow pipe to the structure to make sure that they are securely attached to both the structure and the overflow pipe and that they have not been damaged by corrosion (rust).

Using the 270-degree rotation of the camera, quick sweeps of the roof and walls of the tank can be made with ease.

• Roofaccess hatches should be checked to ensure proper functioning and fit, that the roofs are well drained and do not tend to retain water.Checking the outside of the tank is just as important as the inside. Fortunately, looking at the outside of the tanks is quite easy while you can use our drones on the inside and stay dry outside.
• Check whether sludge is collecting at the bottom of a tank, and how much. Deposits should be removed periodically to prevent microbial growth, minimise corrosion and prevent debris from entering the distribution system.Many tanks will develop sludge at the bottom, what is important is to ensure that the sludge does not build up to mix with the water. By using new and advanced systems on the drone, it can be ensured that the sludge remains on the bottom. This can be done even if you are hovering just above the silt, which prevents the silt from mixing with the clean water.

Inspection of the construction:

This is where the DTG3 ROV shines. With its small dimensions, it fits into areas that are too small or too dangerous for divers to enter. The 270-degree rotating camera with LED spotlights can efficiently inspect all areas of the interior and intricate areas of the tank. Below is a short list of areas you can thoroughly inspect with the DTG3 underwater drone:

• Inspect the entire structure for water leaks, including all hatches, risers and tower legs.

The high definition and bright LED spotlight illuminates your survey areas, even in dark water tanks. Efficiently check the integrity of the entire system, with optional thickness gauge or laser scaler.

• Check that the anchor bolts have not corroded to drastically reduce their strength. Check that no dirt, grass or weeds have accumulated on the anchor bolts.

• Check all welds and seams for cracks.

The laser scaler is an ideal tool for estimating the size of cracks, rust and sediment. Two lasers are positioned 25 mm apart above the camera and are displayed on your handheld controller. With these reference points, you can document the severity of cracks or rust. The difference between a 10-centimetre or 20-centimetre crack can be crucial when repairing the tank.

• Check all bolts and rivets for corrosion and leaks.

Coating system conditions:

Examining the coating (paint and finish layer on the inside of the water tank) is an extremely important step in inspecting your water storage facility. The regulations and certification surrounding coating inspections are much more specific than general water tank inspections. Therefore, we have outlined here just a few areas that you can inspect with the underwater drones or ROVs.

• If there is continuous rusting, approximate the percentage of the rusted area and determine the character of the areas (loose paint, spotty, general corrosion, no paint). Determine the size, nature and depth of the pits.

Another example where the camera and laser scalers come in handy. With the digital video recorder all this evidence can easily be attached to your reports.

• Concrete structures should be inspected for signs of concrete deterioration (colour difference, crack formation, leakage, etc.).
• Structures with a glass coating should be inspected for cracking, corrosion and other signs of coating deterioration.

 

SAFETY CONDITIONS:

With the DTG3 ROV, no overhead power supply is required, so you can perform your entire inspection from the top of the water tower if you wish. Often these water tanks are very high – your safety is extremely important.

• Check the ladder brackets to make sure there is enough, that they are not damaged by corrosion and that they are secured to the structure as well as to the ladders.
• Check the condition of all landings and catwalks (bridges) to ensure they are clean, have good drainage and are not damaged by corrosion.

 

SAFETY ISSUES:

Access to waterstorage structures should be restricted to authorised personnel.

• Check that safety gates are sound and that gates and locks are in good working order, external ladders should extend at least 2.5 metres above the ground.
• Check that all doors and access hatches are locked.

 

Why carry out a water tank inspection with an underwater drone?

Underwater robots have the potential to improve the traditional approach to water tank inspections. Our team has experienced the following benefits of using ROVs over traditional methods (deploying a dive team without underwater drones):

 

1. The use of an ROV eliminates the risks associated with entering a confined space, which requires permits, planning and paperwork.
2. Water tanks do not need to be drained or refilled to carry out ROV inspections.
3. After a drone inspection, if remedial work is required, the images can be saved and used. This can help with better planning, saving time and money in the long run.
4. ROV imagery provides the kind of detailed, close-up images needed to inspect the internal condition of a tank.
5. Our underwater drones have enhanced features and attachments that can collect samples from the inside of a tank and measure wall thickness.

 

Easily take the drone to the top of the tower or hoist it up the side. Without the need for a generator, you can do all your inspections from the launch pad on top of the tower – or still remotely from your inspection vehicle if you prefer. The digital video recorder will document your entire dive, including depth, water temperature and course, to give directly to your client or include as documentation with your final report.

Each municipality or region may have different requirements for proper water tank inspection, we hope our blog will give you a starting point for understanding how to ensure proper and safe inspection of our water storage facilities. Whether you are a municipality, a private inspection company, someone who wants to start an inspection company, or just someone who is interested in investigating underwater drone provide unparalleled manoeuvrability and will save you time and money. All this combined with good and accurate data processing gives excellent tools for inspecting drinking water facilities.

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Homa Kheyrollah Pour and Wilfrid Laurier, two pioneers in the field of climate research, conducted research in the Northwest Territories of Canada. This research focused on global warming using the DTG3 with its team, the Remote Sensing of Environmental Change Research Group (ReSEC Lab).

They were sent to Délı̨nę, within the International Biosphere Reserve in the Northwest Territories of Canada. They set out to collect information on the effects of climate change on the ice of the Arctic Ocean. Global warming is particularly relevant to northern Canada, as reports have suggested that northern Canada is warming at least twice as fast as the rest of the world. What happens here also has consequences for Western-Europe! This is also shown by data from KNMI! (Dutch science researchers specialised on climate, meteorology and seismology)

(Image from KNMI*, made by NASA) This is a graph about the total ice surface found on the sea.

Wilfrid Laurier has a long-term research partnership with the Government of the Northwest Territories through their Centre for Cold Regions and Water Science. Using the DTG3, Kheyrollah Pour and her team set out to understand the phenology (recurring phenomena) and thickness of ice in the Arctic and to study the interplay between the variability of ice conditions and lake water properties and productivity.

 

Here you can see the preparation for the climate research.

 

PROFOUND RESEARCH

The DTG3, nicknamed Dory by the ReSEC team, was used in numerous ways to investigate the area. Kheyrollah Pour noted that investigating the ice layers gives researchers valuable insight into how the ice formed and how it grew over time on a large lake like the Great Bear Lake.

 

“When there is no or little snow on the ice, the ice grows from the bottom of the ice sheet. The underwater drone allowed us to actually look under the ice to easily see the topography and the ice water interface,” said Kheyrollah Pour. Using the 4k camera on the DTG3-> (nicknamed: Dory), the team was able to view the ice from below to gather valuable insights.

Kheyrollah Pour explained that as the duration of the seasonal ice cover of the lake across Canada decreases, the duration of the open water season will increase, which has numerous impacts on the lake’s environment and ecosystem. By monitoring winter ice cover conditions and the quality of the water under the ice cover, now the ReSEC team can learn more about these changes going forward.

Using the Dory the underwater drone, the ReSEC team also took important water and sediment samples. “Without the ROV, we could not collect water samples under the ice at various depths up to 45 metres,” shared Kheyrollah Pour. The temperature sensor on the ROV allowed the researchers to collect data on changing water temperatures at numerous depths and locations. Because land loses heat faster than water, Kheyrollah Pour said, obtaining these temperatures was crucial to her research.

Watching algal blooms also provided important information for the ReSEC team. “We used the Deep Trekker drone to sample from different depths and to take sediment samples from the bottom,” said Kheyrollah Pour. Taking samples from different depths and locations gave the team a complete picture of the environment.

INTERACTION WITH THE LOCAL COMMUNITY

Using the DTG3 also provided a great opportunity for learning in the local community. “It was so interesting for the community,” exclaimed Kheyrollah Pour. “They see the Great Bear Lake as a person.” The local community helps the ReSEC team.

Kheyrollah Pour explained that “we had two community members with us, they were interested and curious about the research! They loved seeing the bottom of the lake and we were able to show them the life of the fish and plankton under the ice”.

By using a drone that can be cleaned 100% hygienically, there are also no negative effects on the biodiversity and water quality of the Great Bear Lake. This is another advantage of using an underwater drone!

 

USE OF THE DTG3

Kheyrollah Pour noted that the durability and reliability of the DTG3 was crucial to their research. According to her, the research went surprisingly smoothly. Despite the Arctic conditions, the DTG3 battery lasted all day, allowing the team to make the most of their time up north. “We were impressed by how long it took in such cold conditions,” said Kheyrollah Pour.

The team used Wilfrid Laurier’s swimming pool to practice before their mission. The advance training allowed the team to be confident in their piloting abilities before operating the vehicle under the ice. It was also good for them to fully master the controls of the underwater drone before moving on to harsh conditions.

Deep Trekker and H2O Drones sincerely thank Kheyrollah Pour and her team for their time. You can learn more about their research in their Laurel spotlight and keep up to date with the ReSEC Lab on their website.

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Should divers or ROVs be used for inspections of an underwater dam, embankment and quay?

When carrying out underwater inspections for offshore infrastructure, dam owners should aim to use both ROVs and divers to ensure safe, efficient and affordable operations.

Underwater drones (ROVs) inspecting an underwater dam

All those managing dams, dykes and embankments understand the critical importance of regular (dam) inspections. There is growing concern about dam safety worldwide. Fewer new dams are being built and many existing dams are ageing and starting to show signs of wear.

Especially in the Netherlands and Belgium, the countries of water and water works, it is crucial to maintain dams (and dikes) properly. When they are in bad shape, the consequences can be disastrous. Fortunately, this does not happen often, but when something goes wrong it has major consequences, for everything in the immediate vicinity. This must be prevented, of course, through regular maintenance and inspections.

Dam inspections can cover many areas, but perhaps the most difficult to carry out are those which focus on the surface of the dam below the waterline. Underwater inspections are not only crucial for checking existing dam walls for cracks and signs of ageing, but they are also necessary during the construction of new dams.

Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) are used for underwater inspections in various industries, and the offshore industry is becoming increasingly aware of their usefulness.

The REVOLUTION underwater drone is capable of operating at depths of up to 300 metres and can perform various tasks such as video and photo documentation. In addition, it has built-in sensors for water temperature, (auto)compass direction and (auto)depth. It also has a patented pitching system that provides accurate rotation and manoeuvrability up to 180 degrees for easy sideways movement.

Read more: hydroelectric dam inspection

 

DAMS, DIKES AND QUAYS

As countries with large coastal areas and many rivers and other waterways, it is important that the battle against water is not lost. Dams and sluices protect the inland areas from the water from rivers, and regulate water flow with great techniques. Some of these structures are used so much every year that they cannot be stopped. But on the other hand, because of this large use, it is important to keep the construction as good as possible, and to monitor it well.

When people think of dikes, they often think of the dikes along the coast and around rivers. However, these are the dikes on land, and there are also plenty of dikes in or on water (such as the Afsluitdijk). These also require a lot of maintenance due to the large flow and pressure of water and often also traffic. Because of the large impact the Afsluitdijk has on the economic and ecological area of the Netherlands, it has to be maintained well, and this can only be done through accurate data and continuous research.

Quays, come in all forms, shapes and sizes… From harbours to city canals. In Amsterdam, not everything is allowed over the quays for fear of collapsing. Earlier this year, a quay collapsed, with major consequences for traffic both on land and in the water. Inspections of quays can prevent situations like this, which would save a lot of money. But you don’t want to put people’s lives at risk in potentially unstable situations, do you?

(Photo from NOS.nl)

ROVS (DRONES) OR DIVERS? INTEGRATE, NOT REPLACE!?

Not everyone is convinced that underwater drones and underwater robots are the way of the future. However, underwater inspections require both ROVs and divers for safe, efficient and cost-effective offshore inspections. Currently, dive safety requirements stipulate that there must be three qualified divers for each dive, plus supervisors on the surface. It is therefore very expensive to maintain a diving team.

ROVs can and should be used with the divers to visually indicate the underwater structure. ROVs are particularly useful when the depth is greater and the safety of the divers may be compromised. Deep Trekker ROVs can operate for up to 8 hours underwater using on-board batteries. It is small enough to be transported to dive sites and does not require a large team to operate. In this respect, an ROV is more cost-effective.

When divers are needed in the water for repairs or inspections, underwater drones provide security by being an extra set of eyes in the water for the safety, security and guidance of divers.

“We were able to save valuable dive time by using an underwater drone to pinpoint the exact locations we wanted to focus on.” – Frank Hauser

Whether companies want to embark on the advances in underwater inspections remains to be seen. One thing is clear, however: ROVs are not meant to replace divers, but to reduce the risks of their profession. H2O drones believes that the use of an underwater drone (ROV) in combination with divers makes it possible to carry out inspections better, faster and more effectively – in terms of safety, efficiency and affordability.

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Underwater drones and underwater robots (ROVs) are suitable and versatile tools that can be used to relieve commercial diving teams and make their work safer. For example, the underwater drone can be very helpful in performing inspections in confined spaces, including tanks, pipes and inlet structures, but also in open water applications, such as hull inspections or salvage operations or bottom scans.

Underwater drones and commercial divers really are the best team for performing underwater tasks. Combining the strengths of both divers and underwater drones creates a rock-solid team.

Commercial divers play a major role in everything that happens underwater in infrastructure, ecology, the maritime world and salvage operations. Whenever something leaks, crashes, sinks or catches fire in the maritime world, commercial salvage teams, for example, are called in to prevent and resolve problems. Without divers, underwater incidents can have serious detrimental effects on the surrounding ecosystems and even human health.

In addition, many underwater inspections are carried out by commercial divers. A lot of objects, read Assets, are in the water and need to be inspected periodically to get a grip on the asset management process. and what about all those water related assets that our industry has? Think of water tanks for fire extinguishing systems, think of the installations that are used to bring our drinking water to us, or think of nuclear reactors where the cooling water system plays an important role.

All assets that must be periodically tested or inspected to guarantee the safety of the installations.

So there is a lot of work to be done by divers. Unfortunately, this work all too often leads to dangerous situations in which divers are in danger of losing their lives. By deploying an underwater drone, underwater robot or ROV, we remove or even eliminate a significant part of these dangers.

 

 

Here is a video of the Revolution in action!

1. PRE DIVE CHECK – Last minute Risk Analysis (LMRA)

Diving is always dangerous, no matter what the situation. Human safety is paramount in any mission or situation. Before sending a human underwater, an underwater drone , underwater robot or ROV can perform a safety survey to ensure that the underwater environment is safe for a diver.

With the help of the underwater drone , underwater robot or ROV, the underwater working environment can be accurately and efficiently checked for risks that could endanger the professional diver. Risks are identified using the Last Minute Risk Analysis (LMRA). Based on the identification, management measures are taken to remove the risks so that the diver can do his or her job safely.

In addition, the LMRA provides users with an assessment of the general situation as a check beforehand. Work in spaces that are difficult or unsafe to access can even be carried out entirely by the underwater drone, underwater robot or ROV.  Divers will also be able to orient themselves better before entering the water.

The entire team within the operation benefits from the deployment of the underwater drone, underwater robot or ROV. This benefits the final project result! DeepTrekker’s battery powered and easily deployable underwater drone , underwater robot or ROV are quick and easy to use – providing dive teams with a reliable way to ensure the safety of their mission.

 

2. Costs control and safety measurements.

An LMRA or pre-check with an underwater drone, underwater robot or ROV enables the diving team to fully investigate and prepare for the upcoming mission in advance. Before a diver even dips a toe into the water, the ROV can be used to identify the area to be explored. By deploying the underwater drone, underwater robot or ROV, the diving team is able to prepare and plan adequately.

Now that risks are identified in advance, project costs can be controlled considerably better and safety is guaranteed!

3. DIVE MONITORING

Diver safety can also be optimised during the dive using an underwater drone, underwater robot or ROV. By monitoring divers from above, operators can ensure the safety and security of divers. The operator provides visual support and can instruct the diver live video observation allows for immediate detection of any problems with immediate emergency response if required. Whether in open water or confined spaces, live monitoring is incredibly beneficial to the safety of diving.

4. EVALUATION AFTER THE DIVE

Operating an underwater robot from the top also makes it possible to accurately record the dive for later review. Recording underwater diving operations in 4K UHD provides value to both the divers and their customers.

Commercial diving companies can show the video to their customers to demonstrate their valuable and important work. Recorded video also provides concrete evidence of the work performed, work that can otherwise be difficult to demonstrate. Add value to your business by providing high quality service reports.

Divers can also evaluate dives to determine where work and efficiency can be improved to maximise their work performance. Recorded videos can be used for training purposes at both dive centres and commercial diving companies to demonstrate specific diving procedures to students.

Companies can also use recorded video from the underwater drone to create a historical record of dive content for marketing, documentation and assessment purposes.

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Underwaterdrones- and robots:

We from H2O-drones are the exclusive reseller of Deep Trekker in the Netherlands and Belgium! So we offer the drones, robots and accessories of Deep Trekker, as well as service and expertise in your area.

DeepTrekker has two underwater ROV models: the DTG3 and the REVOLUTION. The DeepTrekker ROVs are designed for maximum portability and manoeuvrability. The compact size and onboard battery allow access to remote and confined locations.

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Use an underwater drone for your ship inspection. No longer dependent on professional divers and shipyards for propeller, rudder or surface inspections. The Subsea Drone Revolution ROV, equipped with the Imaging Sonar of Blueprint Subsea is very suitable for carrying out ship inspections while the ship is still in the water. With the imaging sonar, the entire ship under water is visualised. We are working with a forward looking sonar. With the help of the rotating head, images can be taken from all sides of the boat. This allows for a precise picture. However, the drones are also equipped with a camera. The 4k video camera, clear under water images are made that provide direct insight into the condition of the ship under water without the ship having to be taken to a shipyard or to a dry dock.

The ship does not have to be taken out of service. By performing wet inspections below the waterline with an ROV, the ship owner saves a lot of money. Inspection of the propeller, rudder or bottom, it was never so easy!

 

 

 

 

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Underwater drones can be used for many purposes within the infra branch.

In order to make this demonstrable what our drones can do, we are currently in the process of performing a test program, together with the Ministry of Waterways and Public Works, where the underwater drone is used for various applications, under diverse circumstances. For example your assets can be inspected under water in a safe and durable way without the need to make used of divers.

For example piers, fendering and dam walls can be inspected easily. And what about wet lines, pumping stations and sumps under ground level that can now be inspected effortlessly by use of the underwater drone without needing to pump them dry?

With an underwater drone, stretches of pipelines larger than 250 mm can be inspected without taking them out of the production process.

The underwater drone has been applied relatively recently in the infra world. As such, the product is still relatively unknown. As a result, some clients are still a bit reluctant towards the underwater drone. Our partners in the Infra are struggling with the question for which purposes the underwater drone can be sensibly deployed.

These test results will provide a clear under water image of the usability of the underwater drone within the Infra. The results of this test program are expected to be published, bundled in a report by the end of 2020.

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