Industrial Stack & Structural Surveys

Industrial Stack & Structural Surveys – High-resolution drone surveys for assessing cracks, corrosion, and structural integrity in stacks — safely and efficiently, even at extreme heights.

Overview

Industrial chimneys, stacks, silos, and tall structures require routine inspection to prevent structural failures, environmental violations, and safety risks. Traditional inspection methods are slow, dangerous, and costly.

At Cosmo Technologies, we use drones equipped with high-resolution cameras, thermal sensors, and 3D mapping tools to perform non-contact, detailed inspections — safely, quickly, and with zero disruption to operations.

What We Inspect

Surface Integrity

Cracks, corrosion, scaling, deformation

Vertical Alignment & Lean

Structural lean and tilt analysis

Cladding, Ladders & Lightning Protection

Condition of external fixtures

Gas Leakage Points (visible indicators)
Thermal Signatures (optional)

 Internal heat escape or damage indicators

Our Process

Site Assessment & Flight Planning
We assess operational conditions, GPS interference zones, and no-fly risks
Aerial Data Collection
Close-range inspection using vertical flight paths and orbiting techniques
Image Analysis & Measurement
Defect tagging, alignment checks, and thermal hotspot identification
Reporting & Recommendations
Annotated visuals, structural observations, and maintenance suggestions
Optional 3D Modeling
Generate a photogrammetry-based 3D model for further structural analysis

What You Receive

1

Geotagged Defect Reports

2

Structural Condition Summaries

3

Zoomed-in Annotated Images

4

PDF/Excel Deliverables for O&M Teams

5

Optional 3D Model Files (OBJ/PLY)

Why Choose Cosmo

No scaffolding, no shutdowns

Safer, faster, and far more detailed than manual inspection

Proven success across industrial zones, refineries, and urban sites

Inspect Without Compromise

Contact us to schedule a stack inspection or view a demo report.