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Case Study: How Mount Construction Leverages Drones for Documenting Beach Nourishment

In the dynamic realities of coastal land management, the delicate balance between preserving natural beauty and fortifying the landscape against environmental threats is a constant challenge. In this article we will look at a case study in coastal renourishment: How Mount Construction leverages cutting-edge drone technology to document and enhance beach renourishment initiatives in Avalon, NJ. We will explore the powerful use of drone technology combined with environmental stewardship, and community resilience. All of which will showcase the pivotal role drones play in shaping coastal management.

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Case Study: How Asphalt Contractor Earle Verifies Stockpile Quantities with Drones

Ditch third-party, airplane-based photogrammetry in favor of drone technology! With a shorter lead time and quicker turnaround, stockpile volumes can be verified and documented in a matter of hours. Drone service providers contribute the expertise needed to navigate and measure these yards within FAA-restricted airspace.

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New Jersey Governor Signs Bill to Accelerate Community Solar Program

New Jersey’s community solar program is set to expand following the signing of a new law by Governor Phil Murphy. Governor Murphy signed a bill in January 2024 to bolster New Jersey’s community solar program, with the aim of expanding its overall size and ensuring greater access for low- and moderate-income (LMI) residents.

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A Linemen’s Guide: Drone Inspections of Transmission Line Components

In the ever-evolving realm of utility power line inspections, a groundbreaking shift is underway, propelled by the integration of drone technology. Emerging as the new gold standard, promising a safer, more efficient, and cost-effective approach. This article delves into the nuances of overhead transmission lines, exploring common defects in towers and components while underscoring the precision and agility that drones bring to the inspection process.

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Case Study: How FCL Builders Leverage Drone Flights to Document Site Progress

In order to keep stakeholders informed and better integrate clients into the construction lifecycle, FCL Builders hired The Drone Life to visually document site progress. Biweekly drone flights gave offsite project owners and subcontractors insight into daily work, and ensured that the project was completed on-time and within budget. For on-site workers, drone imagery centralized project information and kept cross-functional teams up-to-date.

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Top 5 Challenges Facing General Contractors & How Drones Will Solve Them

Construction is consistently ranked as one of the most stressful careers in the world — but it doesn’t have to be. Using readily-available drone technology, workers can address long-held frustrations and on-site challenges that frequently plague the industry. In this article, learn how drones can be used for better reporting, conflict resolution, site planning, and overall project management.

Wildflowers Monitoring Solar Farm Wildlife Health Using Drones

Monitoring Solar Farm Wildflower Health Using Drones

In the dynamic landscape of renewable energy, solar farms have emerged as a vital component in the transition towards a greener future. Recognizing the pivotal role wildflowers can play in the solar industry, it is important to ensure they can thrive on new and existing solar farms. Drones have stepped in to offer highly detailed, fast, and accurate evaluation of wildflower health. In this article we will explore the intricate relationship between wildflowers and solar farms and the urgency for effective post-planting assessments.