drone – Drone Imagery | Professional Aerial Photography & Drone Surveys Norfolk https://drone-imagery.co.uk Remote Camera Systems Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:33:08 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 Autel’s Evo Mavic 2 Pro’s Rival https://drone-imagery.co.uk/autels-evo-mavic-2-pro-rival/ Wed, 08 Jan 2020 14:57:14 +0000 https://drone-imagery.co.uk/?p=8776 From the archive: this article records news or equipment information from its original publication period. Product details, prices and operating guidance may have changed since then. Autel’s Evo Mavic 2 Pro’s Rival Autel’s Evo (referred to in this review as “the Mavic Killer”) is already a tool of choice for many applications, including first response and ... Read more

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Autel’s Evo Mavic 2 Pro’s Rival

Autel’s Evo (referred to in this review as “the Mavic Killer”) is already a tool of choice for many applications, including first response and other commercial missions.  Obstacle avoidance, a flight endurance of about 30 minutes, and a great price point combine with excellent image capabilities.  “Equipped on the front EVO offers a powerful camera on a 3-axis stabilize gimbal that records video at 4k resolution up to 60 frames per second and a recording speed up to 100mbps in an H.264 or H.265 codec,” says the company description.

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In their next release, Autel has even bigger things planned.   With sensors on all sides its sense and avoid capabilities should be impressive.  An if Autel is able to introduce the first drone to market with 8k, it will represent a technology step for the industry – and while it may take a little while for industry verticals to get a handle on how they might take best advantage of 8k, it could soon become a major market advantage.

The Evolution of flight has arrived. EVO is a compact folding unit designed to go wherever your adventure takes you. Equipped on the front EVO offers a powerful camera on a 3-axis stabilize gimbal that records video at 4k resolution up to 60 frames per second and a recording speed up to 100mbps in an H.264 or H.265 codec. Using real-glass optics EVO captures stunning photos at 12 megapixels with a wide dynamic range for more details and color. Integrated advanced computer vision systems provide forward obstacle avoidance, rear obstacle detection and bottom sensors for more accurate landings and stable indoor flights.  EVO boasts flight times up to 30 minutes with a range of 4.3 miles (7KM). Additionally, EVO offers failsafe features letting you know when the battery is low and it’s time to return to home. EVO includes a remote controller which houses a 3.3-inch OLED screen providing you with critical flight information or a live 720p HD video feed letting you see the camera view without the need for a mobile device. Download the free Autel Explorer app available for Apple iOS or Android devices and connect to the remote controller and gain access to more advanced settings and autonomous flight features like Dynamic Track, Viewpoint, Orbit, VR first person view and Waypoint mission planning. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Drone-Imagery CAA licensed?
Ask us for the current operational and insurance documentation relevant to your project. Requirements depend on the proposed flight and location, which are assessed before work is confirmed.

What areas does Drone-Imagery cover?
Based in Norfolk, covering all of East Anglia (Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Cambridgeshire) as standard, with nationwide UK coverage for larger projects.

How do I get a quote?
Email info@drone-imagery.co.uk with your site address and project brief — we will respond with a clear plan, pricing and realistic turnaround times.

Are you fully insured?
Ask for current insurance details and any documentation your venue, site manager or project team requires before booking.

Can you fly in all weather conditions?
Flights depend on suitable weather, site conditions and the requirements of the proposed operation. Tell us if you need night-time imagery so we can assess the brief and discuss suitable arrangements.

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]]> Building Inspection Surveys Private Rental Homes https://drone-imagery.co.uk/inspection-surveys-private-rental-homes/ Mon, 22 Apr 2019 12:13:11 +0000 https://drone-imagery.co.uk/?page_id=7808 Using drone imagery to manage rental properties Landlords and letting businesses may need photographs for two different purposes: maintenance and marketing. Defining the purpose first helps ensure the resulting images answer the right questions. Maintenance photographs For a maintenance brief, identify visible concerns such as damaged roof coverings, chimneys or gutters. Aerial records can help ... Read more

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Using drone imagery to manage rental properties

Landlords and letting businesses may need photographs for two different purposes: maintenance and marketing. Defining the purpose first helps ensure the resulting images answer the right questions.

Maintenance photographs

For a maintenance brief, identify visible concerns such as damaged roof coverings, chimneys or gutters. Aerial records can help an appointed contractor decide where closer investigation is needed.

Marketing a rental or holiday home

For a letting brief, prioritise the accommodation, grounds and setting. Combine suitable aerial views with interior and exterior photographs so guests or tenants can understand the property before a visit.

Prepare access and delivery requirements

Coordinate access with occupants and tell us how the images will be used. Agree the timing, formats and scope before the visit. Flying depends on suitable site and weather conditions.

Choose the right service

See our rental property inspection service or enquire about property marketing photography.

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]]> A Guide To Flying Drone’s Safely https://drone-imagery.co.uk/a-guide-to-flying-drones-safely/ Thu, 27 Dec 2018 20:54:46 +0000 https://drone-imagery.co.uk/?p=7458 A guide to planning drone flights safely Planning starts with the location and the purpose of the flight. Whether you are commissioning photographs or considering your own drone use, check current requirements before making arrangements. Use current guidance Requirements change and depend on the drone and operation. Start with the CAA drone guidance and use ... Read more

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Planning starts with the location and the purpose of the flight. Whether you are commissioning photographs or considering your own drone use, check current requirements before making arrangements.

Use current guidance

Requirements change and depend on the drone and operation. Start with the CAA drone guidance and use the relevant current instructions for your proposed flight.

Prepare the location information

For a commissioned project, send the address, access arrangements, surrounding activity and the images you need. Tell the operator about restrictions and people who may be affected.

Discuss practical limits

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Weather, airspace and site conditions can change the plan. Agree how scheduling and any necessary rescheduling will be handled before the visit.

Arrange professional imagery

Send the site address, preferred dates and the images or data you need through our project enquiry form. We will confirm the scope, availability, deliverables and price before you book.

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]]> Stockpile Volume Measurements Using Drones https://drone-imagery.co.uk/stockpile-volume-measurements-using-drones/ Fri, 16 Nov 2018 09:26:29 +0000 https://drone-imagery.co.uk/?p=7400 Many may still see drones as a hobbyist photographer’s toy, yet as seen in our numerous case studies, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) are breaking new ground when it comes to helping businesses to gain critical operational intelligence. One of the earliest adopters of drone technology has been the mining sector – an industry fraught with safety and accessibility challenges. Mining is also an industry which is often slow to adopt cutting-edge technology yet in a report two years ago, PWC found that nearly half of the world’s biggest mining companies were using drones for stockpile volume measurements.
<h4>Remotely Monitoring Stockpiles</h4>
One of the reasons many mining companies have been quick to embrace drone technology is down to ROI. Even the most basic of drone set-ups will almost always include a camera, meaning that many companies have been able to test out the technology without a large capital expenditure. When sites span hundreds of metres, it can be almost impossible to keep a watchful eye on every face, wall and access road on a daily basis. Drones provide site managers and health and safety teams with on-demand surveillance without having to spend huge amounts on static equipment. Yet it’s a drone’s data capture capabilities that have had the biggest impact on the profitability of many mine sites.
A drone’s camera doesn’t merely act as a method of capturing imagery. It can also be used for creating 2D and 3D images of environments and objects. It’s this process, known as photogrammetry, which allows for the accurate measurement of stockpiles and volumes to be carried out remotely.

Photogrammetry relies on waypoint navigation technology which allows for overlapping photos to be captured over a large target area. These photos, also known as orthophoto mosaics, have been shown to be capable of providing automated stockpile measurements which are accurate down to around 2-5%. It’s this level of detail that can mean the difference between tonnes of material being miscalculated which can have a huge impact on a company’s balance sheet.

There are a number of drones and payloads that are ideal for photogrammetry. One such drone is the Phantom 4 RTK, a drone that has been tailored made for photogrammetry. The 1 inch, 20 megapixel CMOS sensing system in the Phantom 4 RTK can achieve a Ground Sample Distance (GSD) of 2.74cm at 100m altitude. You can also use the Matrice 200 series of drones alongside the LiDAR series. With the Matrice 210, and Matrice 210 RTK’s ability to have dual payloads, you can capture two data sources at the same time.
<h4>Safer Stockpile Monitoring</h4>
Having an accurate inventory record isn’t just about stock shortages or excesses. It can also be safety critical in any environment dealing with large quantities of heavy or loose materials. Stockpile collapses cost companies dearly in terms of production and delivery delays, not to mention the severe consequences if an operative is injured. Using drones, site operators can gain a better perspective of ever-changing size and form of a stockpile to ensure that ‘tipping point’ is never reached, without having to expose workers to the heavy machinery and constant stream of vehicles found in a stockyard.
It’s not only stockpiles and inventory management which benefit from drone mapping on an extractives site. Waste dumps and safety berms can also be remotely measured and monitored to ensure that structural integrity remains sound and uncompromised.
<h4>Stockpile Volume Measurements Using LiDAR</h4>
A drone isn’t a one-trick-pony. Thanks to ever-increasing payload capacities drones can now be used with additional sensors to allow for even more in-depth surveys to be carried out. Although requiring a larger capital investment, drone mounted LiDAR systems can measure volumes and quantities down to millimetre accuracy in minutes. When you’re talking about hundreds or thousands of tonnes of materials, a millimetre can mean a large amount of missed revenue.
Using drones for stockpile volume measurements can greatly improve inventory management for extra ctives operations such as mines and quarries as well as in other industrial environments where bulk and loose materials are handled, such as recycling and waste plants.

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Stock control is one of the most important tasks for any logistics coordinator. Knowing how much inventory you have is critical to any business, whether you’re part of the supply chain or the end-user of a product. Automated stock control systems have been commonplace since IBM first developed the first EPoS systems for McDonald’s in 1974. Swiftly followed by the introduction of the bar code scanner, these systems revolutionized the way that retailers managed sales and stock levels. Yet, when it comes to bulk and loose materials many industries still rely on manual measurements and estimations. So, how can drones help?

Drone Imagery Ltd. provides aerial imaging and inspection services using unmanned aerial vehicles (Drones). By providing safe, on-demand drone services that are tailored to individual business needs, Drone Imagery Ltd. is simplifying the complicated process of drone implementation for commercial use and delivering solutions that are cutting costs, innovating business procedures and making work safer.

Stockpile volume measurement using drone surveys

Aerial survey data can support stockpile measurement and inventory planning when the capture method and accuracy requirements are defined in advance. Start with how your team will use the measurements.

Agree the measurement brief

Provide the site boundary, material types, stockpile layout and intended reporting format. Explain whether you need a one-off survey or repeat measurements for comparison.

Understand the survey requirements

Measurement work may require survey control, suitable base-surface information and defined processing methods. Accuracy and limitations should be agreed before capture; ordinary marketing photographs are not a substitute for a measured survey.

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Plan repeat observations

If you need changes over time, agree a consistent approach to capture and reporting. Site access, machinery movements and practical flight conditions must be considered for each visit.

Discuss the required outputs

Send the site address, preferred dates and the images or data you need through our project enquiry form. We will confirm the scope, availability, deliverables and price before you book.

Stockpile surveys across East Anglia and the UK

We arrange drone stockpile surveys across Norfolk, Suffolk and East Anglia, with nationwide UK projects by arrangement. For a quarry, construction site or materials yard, send the location, stockpile types and measurement requirements. We can discuss a one-off survey or repeat capture for inventory comparisons, with accuracy and reporting agreed for the site.

Frequently asked questions

What information do you need for a stockpile survey?

Send the site address, stockpile types, site boundary and the measurements you need. We agree access, required accuracy and reporting formats before the visit.

Can you measure stockpiles repeatedly?

We can discuss repeat capture for inventory comparisons. Agree a consistent capture and reporting method so results can be compared over time.

Where do you provide stockpile surveys?

We cover Norfolk, Suffolk and East Anglia, with wider UK projects by arrangement. Send the site location so we can confirm availability and travel.

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