Chemical plants operate under strict regulatory frameworks, requiring frequent and precise inspections of critical assets such as tanks, pipelines, chimneys, and distillation columns. These inspections are often complex, time-consuming, and costly—especially when conducted in confined or hazardous environments. The Batwing X1 drone is designed to streamline this process by significantly reducing inspection time and operational costs while maintaining high data quality in line with industry standards.

With the Batwing X1, inspectors can complete close-up visual and ultrasonic thickness (UT) spot inspections in a fraction of the time—often within just a few hours—without the need to send personnel into confined spaces. This enhances safety while enabling more efficient maintenance planning and minimizing reliance on scaffolding, rope access, or shutdowns.

Equipped with a high-precision UT payload, the Batwing X1 delivers accurate thickness measurements across a wide range of assets, including storage tanks, pipelines, and process equipment. Its advanced LiDAR mapping capability further enhances inspection value by precisely localizing each measurement within a detailed 3D digital model of the asset.

This integration allows for better defect tracking, historical comparison, and streamlined post-inspection analysis and reporting—empowering operators to make faster, data-driven decisions while ensuring compliance and asset integrity.