Diocese of Sheffield

The Diocese of Sheffield's Church Buildings Team is responsible for supporting churches with maintenance, building upkeep, community use, legal permissions, and repairs. Many church buildings are historically significant and maintaining them on small budgets is challenging. The introduction of drone technology has revolutionised their maintenance processes, reducing costs by mitigating the need for scaffolding for routine inspections.

Cost Savings
Enhanced Efficiency
Improved Safety

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Learn how the Diocese of Sheffield is using drone technology to inspect and maintain churches.

Reduced Scaffolding Costs

Quick Identification of Maintenance Issues

Hardware

DJI Mavic 3 Thermal

The DJI Mavic 3 Thermal (M3T) is a compact, portable commercial drone designed for quick and easy aerial inspections. It features 48MP wide, 12MP 56x hybrid zoom, and 640 x 512 thermal cameras, allowing users to see the unseen with ease. The 56x zoom capability allows for clear imagery at a distance, which is essential for detailed inspections of high and hard-to-reach areas. The 640 x 512px thermal camera helps detect heat anomalies and potential faults in infrastructure, such as cracks, leaks, and damp spots. With a 45-minute flight time, the M3T can perform long-duration inspections efficiently, reducing the need for frequent recharges and maximising operational time on site.

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Software and Training

Coptrz delivered a thermography course to the Diocese team, ensuring they could effectively operate the drone and interpret thermal images accurately. Continuous support from Coptrz has ensured that the Diocese could maximise the drone's potential, addressing any issues promptly. The DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise drone offers high-resolution imagery and thermal scanning, enabling detailed inspections without the need for scaffolding.

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