It was not too many years ago that using laser scanners to capture space measurements was something that many organizations thought was out of their reach. Although the technology produces extremely accurate images, the costs associated with procuring the equipment were prohibitive, even through renting or leasing. Thanks to ever-improving efficiencies in the technology, ground-based… Read More

It is becoming more common for municipal Sanitation Departments and private solid waste facilities to process yard wastes for beneficial reuse as mulch or compost, keeping these materials from ending up in landfills. One Long Island solid waste management facility (SWMF) stores such waste in a 20,000 square foot building prior to processing. This sanitation… Read More

Drones are still a nascent technology, and the market is still maturing. Hardware quickly becomes obsolete and the laws governing drone use are continually changing. By utilizing firms that have experience in navigating the complex regulatory and technical challenges of the drone industry, a site manager can reap the benefits of this technology while avoiding… Read More

Drones have an exceptional ability to get into hard to reach and tight locations easily. Whether it is the rooftop on a water treatment plant or the envelope of an elevated water tank, drones combined with high powered zoom lenses are able to quickly inspect issues close-up. In the photo below, a drone was able… Read More