Surveying & Construction

Drones have become a recognisable and everyday part of our modern society and can be used in a range of different ways. From capturing unique photographs of previously inaccessible scenes, gathering sensitive audio and visual information and data, to simply enjoying exploring the skies around a location. Drones have a variety of uses. They are […]

Aerial photogrammetry has so many applications, especially when it comes to survey practices. However, it has traditionally been limited to expensive manned aerial photogrammetry, however drones have changed that! The affordability of aerial photogrammetry unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have opened up the possibilities for many companies to use this technology to great advantage… but what makes a […]

Arcadis – Civil Engineering At Coptrz, we know that challenging terrain comes with the territory of surveying, and more often than not access and measuring points are difficult to reach and require time heavy and meticulous planning and operations. Let’s take a look at a case study using drones for surveying… The recent introduction of […]

The Drones in Surveying Summit 2021 Aerial photogrammetry and surveying are not a new combination, manned aircraft have long been the reliable yet expensive choice for surveyors in the collation of big data sets across large areas. Yet the media coverage and advancements in technologies like battery capacity have brought drones into the spotlight for […]

LiDAR vs photogrammetry. Which is best, which is more accurate, which tech will give the best results?  Over the last few years, one of the most commonly searched terms (when it comes to surveying equipment) has been LiDAR Vs Photogrammetry. In today’s blog, we have debunked the myths and will talk you through the pros […]

Fixed Wing VS Multirotor: Who wins? The use of drones for surveying and mapping has expanded in recent years as geospatial and construction companies realise the benefits that these systems provide. Today’s drones can collect much more detailed data than traditional survey methods allowing 3D maps to be created and shared easily online. But these […]

Drones for Marine Surveying Drones have the potential to revolutionise maritime business, reducing the time, cost & danger of many operations, whilst improving the value of the data captured. Using drones for marine surveying is set to change the way we carry out surveys in the very near future. We know that drones can take […]

Do you want to find out how you can use drones for industrial inspection? Our industry experts George Burne and Steve Blair are holding a webinar where they will take an in-depth look at using drones for industrial inspection and site mapping with co-host Duncan Turner, Drone Team Lead for Severn Trent Water. The webinar […]

Drones for Utilities: Panton McLeod Panton McLeod provides water quality products and industrial services. They have worked with all of the UK’s major water companies plus many tier 1 suppliers. Panton McLeod has recently introduced drones for utilities into their operations to ensure they are carried out as safely as possible. Their main services include […]

Incorporating Drones At Your Next Event Commercial drones have a lot to offer to the event industry and they are certainly becoming more popular year on year – UAVs are one of the biggest technology trends at the moment. Drones have quickly propelled and become accessible for all gadget lovers to get their hands on […]

Drone survey unveils signs of a previously undiscovered Native American settlement in Kansas A recent aerial drone survey utilising thermal cameras has led to some new discoveries and theories about Native American settlements in Kansas. A huge site has been discovered buried under cattle pasture in Kansas. While it is difficult to believe that such […]

Mind the Gap: The UK Military project providing funding for Innovation in Drones Nothing gets us more excited at Coptrz than seeing drones used in new and innovative ways, particularly where businesses in the industry are granted funding to work on research and development projects. Government funding for drone innovation is essential in moving the […]