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One year ago, Flyability introduced its groundbreaking drone, the Elios 2. Since then, we've been eager to understand how this innovation has been received by users and what impact it has had on industrial operations.
In this article, we take a closer look at the progress made in drone technology for industrial inspections in 2019 and share initial feedback from industries, users, and pilots who have been using the Elios 2 in real-world settings over the past year.
2019 – A Turning Point for Robotics in Industrial Inspections
Looking back, 2019 was a pivotal year for the adoption of robotics in inspection processes. Major industrial companies began to integrate drones into their workflows, transforming how inspections are conducted. According to a 2019 Bloomberg report titled *Drones Do Deadly Work So You Don’t Have To*, companies like Dow, At&T, BASF, and Shell are using drones to reduce risks for workers while significantly cutting down inspection costs. Among these developments, one of the most exciting areas has been the use of drones in confined space inspections. For example, Dow reported eliminating 1,000 confined space entries through the use of robotic solutions, and LafargeHolcim incorporated drones into its “Plants of Tomorrow†initiative. For Flyability, 2019 marked the launch of the Elios 2 — a drone designed for a wide range of indoor applications. It was built with input from inspectors across various industries, ensuring that features like oblique lighting, distance lock, and ease of use were tailored to real-world needs.2020 and Beyond – How Drones Are Shaping Inspections Today
Over the past year, we’ve heard countless success stories from our customers, showcasing how the Elios 2 is making a real difference in the field. Here are some standout examples:Oil & Gas / Maritime
Bureau Veritas France used the Elios 2 to inspect a ballast tank for Total. The results were impressive: a faster and safer process with high-quality HD images captured post-flight.Power Generation
Exelon Clearsight used the Elios 2 to conduct inspections in hazardous, radioactive environments. The drone reduced inspection time from two days to just four hours. Another project involved a coal power station, where the drone completed an inspection in 8 hours instead of the traditional 120 hours.Maritime
MFE Rentals, a U.S. partner, performed a ballast tank inspection with the Elios 2 using just one pilot and three short flights. Traditionally, this would require multiple inspectors with extensive safety gear. The drone’s collision resistance and onboard lighting made the task much more efficient.Indoor Photogrammetry – Mining & Beyond
UAS Inc., a mining inspection company, used the Elios 2 for underground photogrammetry. The drone’s ability to operate in dark and GPS-denied environments has been widely praised by users.Drone Usage and Development
Our survey of 250 Elios 1 and 2 users revealed that many are already seeing a strong return on investment. About 45% conduct 2–5 missions per month, while 41% do fewer than two. Despite this, 85% of respondents expect to increase their use of indoor drone inspections in the next five years, and 73% plan to expand their drone fleets during the same period. The Elios 2 continues to prove itself as a game-changer in industrial inspections, offering reliability, efficiency, and safety in even the most challenging environments. As we move forward, we’re excited to see how this technology will continue to evolve and transform the future of inspection work.Cl- Winding Machine,Wire Winding Machine,Automatic Winding Machine,Automatic Coil Winding Machine
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